-Decide now who will be responsible for your water supply. You do not need bottled water from the supermarket. Have containers on hand to hold tap water.
-You'll need enough for drinking, bathing and to flush the toilet. The bathtub is a good place to hold nondrinking water. Use caulking to seal the drain.
-Sterilize your containers for drinking water with a little bleach (nonflavored) and water. Slosh it around, rinse the container and fill it from the tap. Do not end up in line for water after a hurricane.
-For cooking, supplies include:
- sterno
- portable camp stove or grill
- stove fuel or charcoal and lighter fluid
- disposable plates, cups and eating utensils
- napkins and paper towels
- aluminum foil
- oven mitts
-For non-perishable foods, supplies include:
- canned meats, fruits, vegetables
- bread in moisture-proof packaging
- cookies, candy, dried fruit
- canned soups and milk
- powdered or single-serve drinks
- cereal bars
- condiments
- instant coffee and tea
-For equipment, supplies include:
- manual can opener
- flashlight
- portable battery powered lanterns
- glass enclosed candles
- battery powered radio or TV
- battery operated alarm clock
- extra batteries, including hearing aids
- ice chest and ice
- first aid kit, including aspirin, antibiotic cream and antacids
- mosquito repellent
- sun screen (SPF 45 recommended)
- waterproof matches/butane lighter
- money
- bleach or water purification tablets
- maps of the area with landmarks
- disposable diapers and moist towelettes for babies
- formula, food and medication for babies
- photo copies of prescriptions
- photo identification
- proof of residence (utility bills)
- medical history
- waterproof container for document storage
- back up discs of your home computer files
- camera and film
- prescriptions (one month supply)
- toilet paper
- soap, shampoo and detergent
- toiletries and feminine hygiene products
- changes of clothing - extra glasses or contacts
- bedding: pillows, sleeping bags
- rain ponchos and work gloves
- entertainment: books, magazines, card games, etc.
- tools: hammer, wrenches, screw drivers, nails, saw
- trash bags (lots of them)
- cleaning supplies
- plastic drop cloth
- mosquito netting
- ABC rated fire extinguisher
- masking or duct tape
- outdoor extension cords
- spray paint
- rope
- one gallon of water per person per day (half for drinking, half for bathing etc.) Store water in clean, plastic containers such as soft drink bottles or milk jugs.
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