It’s possible that electricity, telephone and water may be cut off for days.
__ 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
__ Manual can opener for food
__ Battery-powered or hand crank radio and a NOAA Weather Radio with tone alert and extra batteries for both
__ Flashlight and extra batteries (avoid candles)
__ First aid kit
__ Medication and other special need items
__ 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
__ Local maps
__ Cell phone with chargers, inverter or solar charger
__ Fire extinguisher
__ Infant formula and diapers if you have a baby
__ Pet supplies
__ Cash or traveler’s checks and change
__ Fuel for Cars/Boats and Emergency Generators
__ Complete change of clothing including a long sleeved shirt, long pants, jacket and sturdy shoes.
__ Personal hygiene items
__ Tools
__ Matches in a waterproof container
__ Paper and Pencil
__ Books, games, puzzles or other activities for children
__ Important family documents such as copies of insurance policies, identification and bank account records in a waterproof, portable container.