Quote Originally Posted by MED View Post
My latest problem is evacuation: what do I do about my freezer if I am forced to evacuate. My sister, who is a rancher, just dropped off a full cow that I have in my chest freezer. If I am forced to evacuate during a fire, my gasoline generator won't last very long so I would lose hundreds of pounds of beef. So, I am looking at possibly setting up a solar system just to power my freezer, which I am now putting in my office/reloading room so I can use the power on other items as well. Eventually, I would like to get a wind turbine and natural gas or propane fired generator.
Start making jerky and salting it. You more concerned about that free cow or you and your family?

PRIORITIES. it was discussed how to deal with pets / cats (IIRC) when you need to get out now. Hey they're part of the family, but realistically, you gonna spend 10+ MINUTES looking for your cat or get everyone to safety? Only you can make that choice, Me, good by side of beef, hello safe area.

No one can prepare for any "disaster" natural or man made. BUT, if you have the basics to get you to Plan B you're better off then 40-60% of everyone else.
Until it's time to GO we're staying put. If and when the GO signal is up what ever is in the trucks and trailers is coming along.