When a HURRICANE strikes are you ready. basic Emergency Supply Kit,and then some

When a HURRICANE strikes are you ready. basic Emergency Supply Kit, and then some.

Below is a list of items FEMA has prepared for you. You will also find their website in the event of an emergency and where to turn.

                      Recommended Items to Include in a Basic Emergency Supply Kit:

• Water, one gallon of water per person per day for at least three days, for drinking and sanitation
• Food, at least a three-day supply of non-perishable food
• Battery-powered or hand crank radio and a NOAA Weather Radio with tone alert and extra batteries for both
• Flashlight and extra batteries
• First aid kit
• Whistle to signal for help
• Dust mask, to help filter contaminated air and plastic sheeting and duct tape to shelter-in-place
• Moist towelettes, garbage bags and plastic ties for personal sanitation
• Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities
• Can opener for food (if kit contains canned food)
• Local maps
• Cell phone with chargers, inverter or solar charger

                             For more information and tips for your families safety go to

                                         http://www.fema.gov/plan/index.shtm