Create an emergency preparedness plan.
After a emergency, you may need to survive on your own for several days. A basic emergency supply kit includes,
- Water – one gallon per person for drinking and sanitation
- Food – at least a several day supply of non-perishable foods
- Battery powered or hand crank radio for weather alerts
- Flashlights
- First aid kit
- Extra batteries
- Whistles to signal for help
- Dust masks to help filter contaminated air
- Plastic sheeting and duct tape to shelter in place
- Local maps (physical maps)
- Back-up batteries to change cell phones
You can add soap, hand sanitizer and disinfectant wipes. Prescription medication, and nonprescription medications.
Infant formula, bottles, diapers if you have babies in the house.
Pet food and extra water for pets
Put family documents and insurance policies, and bank account information in a waterproof portable container.
Blankets or sleeping bags
Match’s kept in a waterproof container in case you need to build a fire.
Make sure you have a established place to meet family members in case you get separated.
This is a basic plan you can prepare in advance it can kept in at home, work or in a vehicle.
It never hurts to be prepared for the unexpected.
Be prepared and stay safe.
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