DISASTER SUPPLIES KIT
 

One of the most important tools for emergency preparedness is the Disaster Supplies Kit. Below are the most important items. Stock up today and store in a water-resistant container! Replenish as necessary, especially at the beginning of hurricane season by June 1st.

¨ Two weeks supply of prescription medicines

¨ Two weeks supply of non-perishable/special dietary foods

¨ Drinking water & containers: 1 gallon / per person / per day for two weeks

¨ Flashlights and batteries for each member of the family

¨ Portable radio and additional sets of batteries

¨ First aid book and kit including bandages, antiseptic, tape, compresses,

       non-aspirin pain reliever, anti-diarrhea medication

¨ Mosquito repellent & citronella candles

¨ Two coolers (one to keep food; the other to go get ice)

¨ Plastic tarp for roof / window repair, screening, tools, nails, etc.

¨ Water purification kit (tablets, chlorine (plain) and iodine)

¨ Infant necessities (medicine, sterile water, diapers, ready formula, bottles)

¨ Clean up supplies (mop, buckets, towels, disinfectant)

¨ Camera and film

¨ Non electric can opener

¨ Extra batteries for camera, portable TV & flashlights, etc.

¨ Plastic trash bags

¨ Toilet paper, paper towels and pre-moistened towelettes

If you evacuate you also should take:
 

¨ Pillows, blankets, sleeping bags or air mattress

¨ Extra clothing, shoes, eyeglasses, etc.

¨ Folding chairs, lawn chairs or cots

¨ Personal hygiene items (toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, etc.)

¨ Quiet games, books, playing cards and favorite toys for children

¨ Important papers (driver’s license, special medical information, insurance

       policies and property inventories)

Precious commodities before and after a storm:
 

¨ Cash (with no power, banks may be closed, checks and credit cards
       unaccepted, and ATMs may not be operational).

¨ Charcoal, wooden matches and grill

¨ Ice