Since our Official Hurricane Season started on June 1st, the following is something that you might want to think about:
Suggested items for your family’s emergency preparedness kit:
- Water – one gallon per person per day, for drinking and sanitation
- Food – at least a three-day supply of non-perishable food
- Battery-powered radio and extra batteries
- Flashlight and extra batteries
- First aid kit
- Whistle to signal for help
- Filter mask or cotton T-shirt, to help filter the air
- Moist towelettes for sanitation
- Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities
- Manual can opener for food (if kit contains canned food)
- Plastic sheeting and duct tape to shelter in place
- Garbage bags and plastic ties for personal sanitation
- Unique family needs, such as daily prescription medications, infant formula or diapers, pet food, and important family documents
