It's a Disaster! ...And What Are YOU Gonna Do About It?

by Bill Liebsch; Janet Liebsch, Janet Liebsch

Fedhealth’s new 4th Edition was expanded 32 pages to accommodate many new topics and enhancements. Some changes - Expanded NUCLEAR POWER PLANT EMERGENCY / NUCLEAR INCIDENT (new statistics, explain detonation, fallout, EMP, etc.); - Moved the District of Columbia Emergency Management Agency’s contributed 8-page “Terrorist Threat Advisory System” up from Appendix A into TERRORISM topic (Each color-code has tips for families, businesses, and federal agencies); - Expanded TERRORISM (added data + more web links on Cyber Attacks, National Security, etc.); - Added new INFECTIOUS DISEASES topic under Basic First Aid (moved SARS into I.D. with flu, avian flu, and staph); - Added ½-page overview of NATIONAL RESPONSE PLAN; - Appendix A now CITIZEN CORPS / CERT (explains programs + how citizens can get involved); - Appendix B new BUSINESS CONTINUITY topic (9-page overview for businesses includes tips for writing Business Plan, protecting employees, assets & computers + resources to find more data); Added more "Additional Resources & Web sites" with specific ones flagged for Educators, Kids & Parents, etc.; - Expanded INDEX so easier to use and reference (was 12 pages – now 18 pages). The more the public is prepared for a disaster, the less strain it places on North American First Responders. This manual helps families and individuals "be aware... be prepared... and have a plan" for most types of emergencies, first aid needs, and natural or man-made disasters before they strike. It provides an excellent easy-to-use resource for all family members … from children to seniors.

268 pages, Paperback

First published May 1, 2005

Reviews

[BookHobo · Rating 4 out of 5]

One thing's for sure I'm not disappointed in this book.

At first, the simple wordings and added definitions kind of bothered me as a decent literate, but I realized the book can be read for general audiences, which means even kids can learn how to stay safe with whatever disaster occurs. In fact, the content can be a go-to guidelines for drills and safety measures in school.

I appreciated how breezy to read and understand it, so I can apply the methods and preparations needed right after a couple of days.

Sure, there are some lacking details when it comes to situational scenarios and some instructions can be too simplistic- such as checking the pulse on the softest spot of the neck- but it had the basics down pat.

I'm not in US, but it speaks enough volume as a disaster guide everywhere for me, which I am thankfully grateful.

Anyone who needs to know where to get started for the before, during, and after disasters are all compiled right in this book.

[Morto · Rating 3 out of 5]

„IT’S A DISASTER! …and what are YOU gonna do about it?“ by Bill & Janet Liebsch is a very informative book considering pretty much every terrible scenario or as the title puts it „disaster“ that might occur to you. It covers everything from which events might occur to what your best bets in these situations are. While most of these situations and dangers (hopefully) will never be really relevant in my life, I could still gain some valueable information from the book. On one hand, that we can’t ultimatively stop disasters from happening, but we can prepare for them and act in the best possible way, but also some relevant medical information for emergencies that I think should be common knowledge, since in the end it’s about the health status of individuals. With that being said, I can really recommend the book and only pray for you, that you’ll never have to face most of these situations.

[KG Gardner · Rating 5 out of 5]

Comprehensive, easy to follow instruction for every disaster.
Everyone and anyone would benefit by having this book in their disaster supply kit. In the event of any disaster, natural or man made, here is an excellent source to help stay calm and to take informed action. If you've had first aid training, store a week or two's worth of canned and packaged food, and keep a first aid kit, you're ahead of the game and would appreciate this thorough book as part of your strategy in the event of disaster. If you have never made a plan for yourself or your family, this is the book you need.
Take a look at its table of contents and see for yourself what every. It's worth reading the book in its entirety to be familiar with all the resources it offers.
I have the .pdf stored on my phone in case I run into problems outside my home.