Thursday, September 07, 2006

DISASTER READY

Being Prepared Ahead of Time

A disaster supplies kit should be an essential part of your family's mergency plan. Here are some things you should have on hand in case of disaster.

Clothing and bedding
  • At least one change of clothes and footwear per person
  • rain gear
  • Blankets and sleeping bags
  • Hat and gloves

Tools and Supplies

  • Flashlight and extra batteries
  • paper cups, plate and plastic utensils
  • Cash, traveler's checks and change
  • matches in Waterproos container
  • non-electric can opener and utility knife
  • battery operated radia and extra batteries

Sanitation

  • Toilet paper towelettes
  • Soap and liquid detergent
  • Feminine suppkies
  • Disinfectant , hand sanitizer and bleach

Food and Water

  • Ready to eat canned meat, fruits, vegetables, jucie, milk and soup
  • One gallon water per person per day

Special Items

  • Medications - prescriptions and non prescriptions
  • Documents like a lease, bank information and identifications (copies in a ziploc bag)
  • Inventory of valuable
  • Special Supplies for ederly and infants
  • Also don't forget about your PETS

This is just a beginning. Customize this to your needs.

DON"T PROCRASTINATE!

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