"If a natural disaster or other emergency event happened right now, how prepared would you be? How would you fare? And for how long? Emergency events such as storms, earthquakes, floods and infrastructure failure can happen unexpectedly, putting lives at risk and causing widespread disruption and destruction. Your first and best defence, for yourself and your family, is to be as prepared as possible. Prepare (& Survive!) profiles the risks we face in New Zealand and the action you can take before, during and after these events occur. Full of details and advice on planning and preparation, this book will help you and your loved ones be ready for almost anything. Put together a plan now before an emergency occurs."