Build A Kit

If disaster strikes our community, you might not have access to food, water, or electricity for some time. By taking time now to prepare emergency water supplies, food supplies and disaster supplies kit, you can provide for yourself and your family.

Even though it is unlikely that an emergency would cut off your food supplies for two weeks, consider maintaining a supply that will last that long.

You may not need to go out and buy foods to prepare an emergency food supply. You can use the canned goods, dry mixes, and other staples on your cupboard shelves.

Having an ample supply of clean water is a top priority in an emergency. A normally active person needs to drink at least 2 quarts (a half gallon) of water each day. You will also need water for food preparation and hygiene. Store at least an additional half-gallon per person, per day for this.

Store at least a 3-day supply and consider storing a two-week supply of water for each member of your family. If you are unable to store this much, store as much as you can. You can reduce the amount of water your body needs by reducing activity and staying cool.

And don’t forget to take your pets and service animals into account!

Building Your Kit

At a minimum, have the basic supplies listed below. Keep supplies in an easy­ to ­carry emergency preparedness kit that you can use at home or take with you in case you must evacuate.

  • Water—one gallon per person, per day (3­day supply for evacuation, 2week supply for home)
  • Food—non­perishable, easy­ to­ prepare items (3­day supply for evacuation, 2­week supply for home)
  • Flashlight
  • Battery­powered or hand­crank radio (NOAA Weather Radio, if possible)
  • Extra batteries
  • First aid kit
  • Medications (7­day supply) and medical items
  • Multi­purpose tool
  • Sanitation and personal hygiene items
  • Copies of personal documents (medication list and pertinent medical information, proof of address, deed/lease to home, passports, birth certificates, insurance policies)
  • Cell phone with chargers
  • Family and emergency contact information
  • Extra cash
  • Emergency blanket
  • Map(s) of the area

Winter Weather Car Kit

Does your vehicle have a winter weather emergency kit? Here are some items to have in your vehicle.

  • Jumper Cables
  • Ice Scrapper
  • Cat Litter or sand (for tire traction)
  • Flashlight & Batteries
  • Tire Chains or cables
  • Blanket(s)
  • Shovel
  • First Aid Kit
  • Food & Water
  • Warm Clothing
  • AM/FM/Weather Radio
  • Filled Gas Tank

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