One way to be prepared for a storm is by assembling a disaster supply kit.
Once disaster strikes, it is too late to shop or search for supplies. With supplies gathered in advance, families can endure an evacuation or home confinement.
Here are a few checklists to consider while preparing for this upcoming hurricane season:
On the road
· Cash | Credit cards
· Important documents
· Road maps
· Jumper cables
· Tire repair kit
· Flashlight | Batteries
· Battery operated radio
· Fire extinguisher
· Blankets | Sleeping bags
· Pillows
· Toiletries
· Medications
· First aid kit
· Extra baby supplies
· Non-perishable foods
· Drinking water
· Games | Books
At home
· Non-perishable foods
· Drinking water
· First aid kit
· Medications
· Cash | Credit cards
· Flashlight | Batteries
· Battery operated radio
· Manual can opener
· Extra baby supplies
· Games | Books
· Fire extinguisher
· Phone | Non-portable
· Fill tub with water for sanitation
· Porta-Pot | Well water users
At the shelter
· Three-day supply of water
· Three-day supply of non-perishable foods
· Medications | Specialized supplies
· Diabetic's on Insulin | Small cooler for Insulin
· Toiletries
· Flashlight | Batteries
· Pillows | Blankets
· Sleeping bag | Egg crate mattress
· Cot | Lawn chair
· Important papers | Identification
· Extra Clothing
· Books | Magazines | Cards, etc.
· Caregiver — If you have special needs
