Disaster is a fact of life. More than 68 disasters occur every day in the United States. These catastrophes range from hurricanes, tornadoes and earthquakes to train wrecks and neighborhood fires. All people face these and many other kinds of disasters, both natural and man-made. Air and water pollution, industrial accidents, and the possibility of attack on this country are other hazards that are constantly with us. This book is an attempt to help the reader live safely in this increasingly complex, cluttered and dangerous world. Personal safety is the first objective. As more people become knowledgeable about civil preparedness, there will be more safety for all. (Author/FC)