Good question from you, and good replies from the others. Here are my two cents: I noticed that your profile said that you are a corporate exec....do you work in a tall building? Think about your dangers there....granted, the incidents from last week will have everyone thinking about that, but fires happen in tall buildings daily. Assemble a kit for your workplace with some water, food, flashlight, first-aid kit, radio, etc. (there are dozens of posts around here with suggestions). I also want to point out the hoods as mentioned in this forum that are designed to temporarily protect you from the fumes and gasses from a fire. Check Brigade Quartermaster...I know that they did have them.<br>You have certainly found a great place on the web for a lot of good information from not only Doug, but all of the members of this forum. By being aware of the need for preparedness and marching in that direction, you are better off than most of the population....sad to say. Good luck, and God bless.<br><br>