□ Plylox and plywood for easily boarding up windows
□ Water - at least 1 gallon daily per person for 3 to 7 days
□ Food - at least enough for 3 to 7 days
- non-perishable packaged or canned food / juices
- any special foods needed for infants or the elderly
- snack foods
- think about foods that are ready to eat
- foods that are easy to prepare with out electricity
□ Non-electric can opener
□ Cooking tools and fuel – camp stoves, gas grills work well after the storm if the power is out
□ Paper Plates and plastic utensils
□ Ice – make extra ice in your freezer prior to the Hurricane in big blocks. Use zip lock bags or plastic containers for this.
□ Ice chests – Can be easier to keep cold than your entire refrigerator. Can use ice blocks from above to help keep things cold.
□ First Aid Kit
□ Medicines / Prescription Drugs – refill all prescription drugs. Make sure you have at least a 7 day supply on hand.
□ Special Items - for babies and the elderly
□ Flashlight / Extra Batteries
□ Radio - Battery operated
□ Battery powered lights
□ Battery powered fan
□ Telephones - Fully charged cell phone with extra battery and a traditional (not cordless) telephone set
□ Cash and Credit Cards - Banks and ATMs may not be available for extended periods
□ Important documents - in a waterproof container or watertight resealable plastic bag
- insurance medical records, bank account numbers, Social Security Card
□ Tools - keep a set with you during the storm
□ Vehicle fuel tanks filled
□ Infant formula and diapers – at least enough for 3 to 7 days
□ Pet food and extra water for your pet
□ Fire Extinguisher
□ Matches - in a waterproof container
□ Local Map
□ Duct Tape – for repairs
□ Plastic Sheeting – for repairs
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