[A knight without armor]

That is good advice. I'm going to begin accumulating supplies. I have often thought of preparing a knapsack with emergency items like money, clothing, toiletries, extra cell phone, etc. and keeping it right by the door in case of fire. You could just run the heck out and grab that without stopping.

[GoldCountryRedneck]

Disaster preparedness, and post-survival, should be a part of that "Individual Responsibility" which differentiates us from the DUmmies of the world.

Here is one Survivalist site which I've found fascinatingly useful...

(Simple Survival)

Even if one doesn't live in an area prone to disaster, knowing what you have and what to do with it will leave you with peace of mind and confidence should the unlikely event occur.

[Stand Watch Listen]

I have often thought of preparing a knapsack with emergency items like money, clothing, toiletries, extra cell phone, etc. and keeping it right by the door in case of fire.

...knapsake with emergency items...commonly referred to as B.O.B. (bug out bag). Google the term and you'll locate much useful information.