Prepare ahead of time - don't wait till the last hour
If a hurricane is approaching, it's a good
idea to have these items available:
Cash. Remember if power is lost, automatic teller machines, banks, and other businesses
may be closed. Businesses which do open during power outages often will not accept checks
or credit cards without means of verifying them.
Three to Four week supply of medications.
Drinking water - figure one gallon per day per family member (don't forget to calculate in
any pets)
If you are on a special diet, stock up at least two week's worth of non perishable items
to cover it.
First aid kit including bandages, mosquito repellant, antiseptic, compresses, pain relief
and other medications.
Charcoal and ice if available.
Home repair items such as nails, hammer, plastic tarps, screening, etc.
Garbage bags
Infant necessities
Clean up supplies (mops, buckets, disinfectants, towels, etc)
Non-electric can opener
Batteries for flashlights, radios, portable TV's.
Portable radio
Toilet paper!
Note: if you have to purchase items after a storm, keep the receipts. Many insurance
policies offer allowances for reimbursement for emergency food, ice, medications, etc. |
