Hurricane season is upon us once again, and with it comes the threat of storm damage and panic. The most common types of natural disasters in North Carolina are: hurricanes, tornadoes, nor'easters, drought, and flooding. It's good to have a plan of action just in case some type of storm or natural disasters occurs around you.
First off, it’s important to have an emergency kit around the house just in case the worst does happen. Your kit should have enough supplier to last everyone at least three days, although longer is better. All of your supplies should be in the same place, and be able to move and be portable if that time comes. Rubbermaid containers work really well, since they are plastic, come in different sizes, have lids and easy carrying handles. Clean garbage cans also work well.
The kit should have:
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A Minimum of 1 gallon of water per person per day.
o Refresh your supply every 6 months
o It’s also helpful to keep more for non-drinking purposes
· Canned foods are a good choice to have.
o Canned or boxed juices, milk, soup, & powdered milk.
o Peanut butter is a good source of protein
o Instant Coffee and tea
o A manual can opener!
o Date everything & refresh every 6 months
· First Aid kit
o First aid manual, scissors, sterile bandages, gauze pads, cotton balls, safety pins, gloves
o Antibiotic ointment, hydrogen peroxide or other cleansing agents, moistened toweletts
o Needles, thread, tweezers , thermometer
o Aspirin, anti-diarrhea medication, antacids, vitamins, ipecac
· Essential Tools and Supplies
o Battery-powered radio and extra batteries
o Flashlight/lantern with extra batteries
o Matches in a waterproof container
o Candles
o Wrench, pliers, shovel, hammer, other tools
o Duct tape & plastic sheeting
o Fire extinguisher
o Paper, pens, pencils
o Disposable plates, cups, and utensils
o Plastic trash bags
o Hand sanitizer, liquid detergent, soap, toilet paper, paper towels
o Bleach & other disinfectant cleaners
o Household documents, contact numbers, copies of important documents
o Blankets, bedding, sleeping bags
o Extra clothes and shoes
o Supplies for pets
o Things to kill time: games, toys, books
· Car Supplies
o Emergency backpack of clothes, food, first aid
o Store food and water in the car
o Keep you car supplied with car items: jumper cables, flares, salt, chains, other seasonal items
o Keep your tank filled.
It’s an easy thing to do with things around your house, and it will help you out in case of an emergency.
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