Making a Disaster Supply Kit

The most important tool for emergency preparedness is a Disaster Supply Kit. Below are some of the basic items to have in the kit. Store the items in a water-resistant container and replenish as necessary. Check and replenish as necessary the out-dated items

Prescription medicines
Non-perishable/special dietary foods
Drinking water: 3 gal/per person/per day for 2 weeks
Flashlights and batteries for each member of the family
Portable radio and batteries
First aid book and kit
- bandages
- antiseptic
- tape
- compresses
- non-aspirin pain reliever
- anti-diarrhea medication
Mosquito repellent and citronella candles
Coolers (one for food and the other for ice)
Plastic tarp for roof/window repair, screening, tools, nails
Water purification kit (tablets, plain chlorine and iodine)
Infant necessities (medicine, sterile water, diapers, ready formula, bottles)
Clean up supplies (mop, buckets, towels, disinfectant)
Non-electric can opener
Extra batteries for portable TV, lamps
Plastic trash bags
Toilet paper, paper towels, pre-moistened towelettes

If you evacuate, you should take:

Pillows, blankets, sleeping bags or air mattresses
Extra clothing, shoes, eyeglasses
Personal hygiene items (toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, etc)
Quiet games, books, playing cards and favorite toys for children
Food and water for shelter
Important papers (driver’s license, special medication information, insurance policies and property inventories)

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