HURRICANE KIT
ITEMS TO HAVE ON HAND FOR AN EMERGENCY
FIRST AID/HYGIENE
First aid kit (band aids, antibiotic cream, pain relievers, gauze bandages with medical tape, alcohol prep pads, peroxide)
Moist towelettes, garbage bags, plastic ties
Refill prescriptions before (2 week supply)
Additional medical supplies (syringes, saline, etc)
Disposable nitrile gloves
Toiletries (soap, hand sanitizer, toothbrush, toothpaste)
HOME
Water (one gallon per person per day for several dates, for drinking, medical supplies, and sanitation)
Food (at least 3-day supply of non-perishable food)
Baby supplies (diapers, wipes, diaper cream, infant formula, infant medications)
Paper plates, plastic utensils, paper towels
Bleach (with no additives) & medicine dropper (bleach can be diluted 9 parts water to 1 part bleed to be used as a disinfectant/ 16drops bleach per gallon of water to treat water in an emergency)
Grocery store plastic bags
Tide individual cleaning packs for clothing
PETS
Pet food (for 2 weeks)
Can opener if needed for canned food
Paperwork of vaccinations, microchip info, etc
Bottled water/water jug
Leash & collar with tags
Portable dog bowls
Chew toys
Security blanket
OUTDOOR/ UTILITY
Battery- powered or hand crank radio/ NOAA Weather radio
Flashlight
Extra batteries
Cell phone charger (solar charger)
Battery operated clock
Grille or camp stove (charcoal or propane)
Thermos/coolers
Trash bags (contractor and regular)
Gasoline for car/generator stored in proper containers and proper locations
Fire extinguisher
Utility gloves
Waterproof matches (preferred), butane lighter and Candles
Dust mask/surgical mask (contaminated air/ pandemic requirements depending on state)
Plastic sheeting and duct tape
Whistle (to signal for help)
SAFETY/ TRAVEL/ EVACUATION
Local map
Cash
Copy of important documents in a waterproof container
Blanket for each person
Clothing for 3-4 days
Books, games, puzzles
Favorite stuffed animal or security blanket