SURVIVAL SUPPLIES


Here’s what Homeland Security recommends in a basic emergency supply kit:


Water—one gallon per person per day, for at least three days, for drinking and sanitation


Food—at least a three-day supply of nonperishables ABSOLUTE ESSENTIALS


If you have to leave your home in a hurry because of a tornado, fl ood, fi re or other disaster, it’s important to take fi nancial and legal documents along with other must-have items. Remember: If you become homeless, important documents can make it easier to apply for benefi ts and relocate or rebuild. Start with these emergency evacuation essentials:


Prescription medications


Insurance policies—originals or copies of homeowners or renters policies and policies for vehicles, life and other coverage. Make sure you have your insurance agent contact information.


Photos of all family members and pets, in case you become separated


Medical records detailing health conditions and immunizations


Legal documents, including copies or originals of passports, birth certifi cates, wills, powers of attorney and medical directives


Financial information, including account numbers and contact information for investment and banking accounts


The key to your safe-deposit box, plus proof of ownership


You can create an emergency evacuation kit by compiling necessary items and storing them in a self-sealing plastic bag. Keep the bag in a fi reproof box that is readily accessible and easy to carry in an emergency.


The U.S. Department of Homeland Security recommends that you always have supplies on hand to survive for at least three days in an emergency. The department says in addition to a full kit at home, people should consider smaller, portable kits in their workplaces, vehicles or other places they spend time.


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Radios—a battery-powered or hand-crank radio, a NOAA Weather Radio with tone alert and extra batteries for both Flashlight and extra batteries First-aid kit


Whistle to signal for help


Dust mask, plastic sheeting and duct tape—to help block contaminated air


Garbage bags with ties, moist towelettes for personal sanitation Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities Can opener (if kit contains canned food) Local maps


Prescription medications and eyeglasses Cell phone with inverter or solar charger


EMERGENCY EXTRAS


In addition Homeland Security recommends these items to consider in an emergency supply kit:


Infant formula and diapers Pet food and extra water for your pet Emergency reference material such as a fi rst-aid book A sleeping bag or warm blanket for each person A complete change of clothing Chlorine bleach and a medicine dropper, for disinfecting Fire extinguisher


Matches in a waterproof container Personal hygiene items


Mess kits, cups, plates, utensils, paper towels Paper and pencils


Books, games, puzzles and other activities for children Cash or traveler’s checks and change


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