Skip to main content

Action Cards Explained

Action Cards are step-by-step guides for handling specific emergencies. They're designed to be usable under stress—when you need to act, not think.

What's in an Action Card?

Each card includes:

  • Warning Signs — How to recognize the emergency
  • Immediate Actions — First steps to take
  • What NOT to Do — Common mistakes to avoid
  • Supplies Needed — What you'll need
  • Recovery Steps — What to do after

Card Categories

Natural Disasters

Earthquake, wildfire, flood, tornado, hurricane, winter storm, and more.

Infrastructure Failures

Power outage, water main break, gas leak, house fire, grid-down scenarios.

Medical Emergencies

CPR, choking, severe bleeding, heart attack, stroke, allergic reactions.

Security Situations

Home invasion, civil unrest, active shooter, missing person.

Catastrophic Events

Nuclear fallout, EMP, pandemic, supply chain collapse.

Personalized Selection

Your dossier includes cards based on:

  1. Your location — Wildfire cards if you're in a fire zone
  2. Your household — Child-specific cards if you have kids
  3. Your risks — Cards for hazards you've identified

Starter vs. Paid Tiers

  • Starter (Free) — 2 essential cards (Power Outage, Evacuation Checklist)
  • Digital Complete & above — Full card set based on your risks

Still have questions?

Contact us at support@hardcopy.com and we'll get back to you within 24 hours.

Contact Support

We use cookies to understand how you use our site and improve your experience. Privacy Policy