Emergency Supply Kit |
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Maintaining an emergency supply kit is a good idea for any emergency. Individuals and organizations should be prepared to be without assistance for a minimum of 72 hours. • Battery-powered radio, flashlights, batteries. • Whistle • First aid kit and manual • Hard hats • Duct tape • Fluorescent tape to rope off dangerous areas • Water • Food (canned, no-cook, packaged snacks) • Manual can opener • Cash and credit cards • Change of clothing, rain gear, and sturdy shoes • Blankets or sleeping bags • Fire extinguisher (A-B-C) type • Infant and feminine hygiene supplies • Names, addresses, and telephone number of doctors and pharmacist • Food and water for pets • Large plastic bags for trash, waste, water protection • Toilet paper and paper towels • Charcoal grill or camp stove for outdoor cooking The following are some recommended ready-to-eat foods for your family should there be a three-day power failure. Multiply these quantities for the number of people in your family. • 1 box of dry milk envelopes • 2 boxes of cookies • 1 box of crackers • 1 or 2 six-pack juice • 2 packages powdered lemonade or tea mix • 1 box instant chocolate or breakfast drink • 1 box dry cereal (sugar packets if needed) • 1 or 2 packages dry fruit • 1 package pudding ready to eat (snak-pak) • 6 cans non-perishable meats (vienna sausage/meat spread/tuna/pork & beans) • 1 small jar peanut butter • 1 loaf of bread (mayonnaise/ketchup/mustard packets) • 1 or 2 gallons fresh water • 2 or 3 cans canned fruits, if desired |
Additional EMA Info
Hurricane Season 2012 |
The 2012 hurricane season begins on June 1st. A little preparation now will save time and reduce stress later. Develop, review or update your family emergency plan. Assemble or restock your disaster supply kit. Resolve to be ready for whatever the season may bring. For more information go to www.msema.org. |