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Getting
Ready For A Hurricane
Your
Home, What To Do Before Hurricane Season
Hurricane
Watch Planning
Hurricane
Warning Planning
Hurricane
Protection Products
During
A Hurricane
Other
Hurricane Information
After
The Hurricane Passes
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A hurricane supply kit should be put together long before a hurricane threatens your area. The following are procedures that should be followed for Y2K-related emergencies:
1. HURRICANE SUPPLY KIT CHECKLIST
Have a TWO WEEKS supply of each item for each person in your home.
2. WATER
- Seven gallons of water per person (1/2 gallon for drinking and 2 gallon for bathing, tooth brushing, etc.).
- Store water in clean, plastic containers.
3. FOOD
Purchase foods that require no refrigeration and little preparation such as:
- Canned juices, milk, soup (if powdered, store extra water)
- Soft drinks, instant coffee and tea.
- Lots of ice (You can freeze your water supply.)
4. BABY
- Formula, bottles, powdered milk, jarred baby foods
- Diapers, moist towelettes and special medications
5. PETS
- Newspapers or cat litter for your pet's sanitary needs
- Moist canned foods in order to preserve water
- Plastic sheets to cover the floor of pet's room
6. MEDICINE
- First aid kit, rubbing alcohol
- Aspirin, non-aspirin pain reliever and antacid
- Extra prescription medication (especially for those with heart problems and diabetics)
- Ask your physician or pharmacist how to store prescription medication.
7. PERSONAL ITEMS
- Toilet paper, towels, soap, shampoo
- Personal and feminine hygiene products
- Denture needs, contact lenses and an extra pair of eye glasses
- Sun protection, insect repellent
8. OTHER SUPPLIES
- Battery-operated radio, flashlights, non-electric can opener, extra batteries
- Charcoal, waterproof matches, extra propane for gas grills (Use grills outside only.)**
- ABC-rated fire extinguisher in a small canister
- Plenty of absorbent towels, plastic trash bags
- Wind-up or battery-operated clock
- Tarp or sheet plastic, duct tape, hammer and nails (for temporary roof repairs)
- Cleaning supplies such as chlorine bleach
- Aluminum foil, paper napkins and plates, plastic cups.
- Can of spray paint (can be used to identify your home for insurance adjusters in case it's damaged)**
- ** These items can cause fires and shouldn't be stored inside the house.
9. CLOTHING/BEDDING
- At least one change of clothing per person, sturdy shoes, hat and work gloves
- Blankets and pillows or sleeping bags
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