This handbook is intended to offer general guidance relating to disaster preparedness. It is provided with the understanding that every effort was made to provide the most current and accurate information. However, errors and omissions are still possible. Any use or misuse of the information contained herein are solely the responsibility of the user, and the authors and publisher make no warranties or claims as to the truth or validity of the information. The authors and publisher shall have neither liability nor responsibility to any person or entity with respect to any loss or damage caused, or alleged to have been caused, directly or indirectly, by the information contained in this handbook. This handbook is not intended to give professional dietary, financial, or medical advice.