The time for Florida families to plan is TODAY.
Now is a great opportunity for your family to stock your disaster supply kits with vital supplies like a first aid kit, a radio, flashlights, batteries and other necessities. Your kit should also include 7 days’ worth of food and water, prescription medications, and any important documents. See attached flyer.
Before a Storm
- Prepare an evacuation plan & make sure everyone in your home knows the plan.
- Stock up on emergency supplies, including:
- Water – You will need water for drinking, cooking, and sanitation purposes. Pack a minimum of 1 gallon daily per person for 7 days.
- Food – You will need enough food for a minimum of 7 days:
- Non-perishable packaged or canned food and juices
- Manual can opener.
- Foods for individuals with dietary restrictions (i.e., infants, elderly, etc.)
- Snack foods
- Cooking tools and fuel
- Paper plates and plastic utensils
- Non-perishable packaged or canned food and juices
- Flashlight, Extra Batteries, and Cell Phone Battery Power Device
- Pillows, Blankets and/or Sleeping Bags
- Clothing – Include a complete change of clothes suitable for your area’s climate. Be sure to include sturdy shoes to protect you from debris or other sharp objects you may encounter outdoors post-storm
- First Aid Kit, Prescription Medication and Other Medicines
- Radio – Battery operated and NOAA weather radio
- Toiletries
- Cleaning Supplies – Include garbage bags, moisture wipes, and other items you may need to sanitize your home or surrounding post-disaster
- Special Items – Assess the needs of all family members. Consider other items needed for infants, elderly, and individuals with access and functional needs (i.e., medical items, baby bottles, etc.)
- Cash – Banks and ATMs may not be open or available for extended periods following a disaster
- Toys, Books and Games
- Important Documents – Consider storing all critical documents in a waterproof container, as well as saving them electronically. These items can include, but are not limited to, insurance, medical records, bank account numbers, Social Security card, etc.
- Tools
- Pet Care Items
- Proper identification/ immunization records
- Ample supply of food and water
- Carrier or cage
- Medications
- Muzzle and leash
- Photo of you and your pet(s) – in the event that you are separated from your pet, having an updated photo with your pet will help validate pet ownership
- If you have been told to evacuate, EVACUATE. Don’t stay behind. We can rebuild a home, but we can’t rebuild a life.
See Printable or Downloadable Hurricane Flyer Here
