Thanks, BWS, for posting that article. Cash is a vital prep. Important that the stash include a significant amount in small bills.

The only time I don't have cash is when I'm walking my dog around the block. Longer walks, even in DC, cash is a must - at least $40-50 for a cab to rush me and my dog to the veterinary hospital if necessary (had that situation once while walking several miles from home where my car was -- ran in front of a cab while carrying my dog so that I could rush her to a vet).

Car (and SUV) -- cash stashed in a couple places, including a thick wad of one-dollar bills.

Purses and wallet -- all have cash in them.

In the winter, nearly all my coats will have cash stashed.

If going out of town, I always have a substantial amount in cash (not inclined to get too specific but at least a few hundred dollars strikes me as wise for anyone, especially if you're going to be in a position that you could be stranded away from home, friends or family).


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