Jane Grieg had a very useful article in Wednesday’s Austin American-Statesman
about how to properly prepare for a disaster. It includes important
details on food, water, supplies (who knew you would need a whistle in
a disaster?) finances, family contacts, and first aid.

Yet, this thorough story did not address one obvious contingency: how to prepare and respond to looting, lawlessness and the varigated thuggery we so tragically saw in New Orleans over the last few weeks. So, I sent Ms. Grieg the following email:

Ms. Greig,
Thanks for your disaster preparedness article in the Statesman this morning. I noticed a few items on the list you presented that I have not yet procured, but am working to get now.

However, I did not see any mention of how people should prepare to safeguard their families, lives, and property against the threat of looting, lawlessness, and violence. Unfortunately, as we saw in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, the criminal element of society took advantage of the situation to victimize law-abiding citizens.

Can you recommend any ways for your readers to protect themselves from this side effect of disasters?

So far, I’ve heard nothing from Ms. Grieg on this key question. What are law-abiding citizens supposed to do when confronted by post-disaster looters and thugs?

Thankfully, have a hunch about how to protect myself and my home against
a breakdown in law and order. I currently own a Kimber Custom II .45 caliber 1911A pistol and a Winchester 1200 pump action shotgun,
with 100 rounds each. Should home invaders pay a visit to my house or
otherwise threaten me or those I love, I think I would know how to put
these tools to good use.

BTW: Check out what the Bible has to say on armed self-defense:
Nehemiah 4:13-18
Luke 22:36-38

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