Hurricane Preparedness
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What to put
in the Emergency Supply Kit:
The kit should be customized to meet the needs of the
family or individual, but should
include the following:
nA crank or a battery powered radio;
nAt least one flashlight (battery or non-battery
powered);
nBatteries;
nA first aid kit;
nFood and water for a minimum of three days;
nEating utensils, a manual can opener and paper
towels;
nPrescription medications, formula, diapers, pet food and
other items that your family
would specifically require;
nA warm blanket or sleeping bag for each person;
nAt least one complete change of clothing for each
person;
nCash, checks and bank cards;
nPersonal hygiene products like a toothbrush and
toothpaste;
nAt least one telephone that does not need electricity
(wall plug, cellular);
nWet wipes, Garbage bags and plastic bags for personal
sanitation;
nDust masks for each member of the family in case of air
pollution;
nRope, a shovel, a hammer and nails & other tools.