It seems seems way too early to be thinking about snowstorms, but in case of one, or a microburst, or anything that could knock us off the grid for a couple of days, the Mt. Lebanon Fire Department is offering emergency preparedness kits. The kits, which cost $89.99, contain:
• Basic first aid kit
• Emergency power station
(flashlight/radio/cell phone charger
• Glow stick/whistle)
• 7 ready-to-eat meals
• Duct tape
• 4 protective masks
• 5 pairs latex gloves
• 10 disinfectant wipes
• Multipurpose tool
• Heavy duty garbage bags
• Backpack
You can pick one up at the Mt. Lebanon Fire Station, 555 Washington Road, or by calling 412-531-5366. For more information about emergency preparedness, check out the Emergency Management section of the fire department’s website, www.mtlfd.org [1].