Stocking up now on emergency supplies can add to your safety and comfort during and after a hurricane. Store enough supplies for at least 72 hours.

Survival
[ ] Water-2 quarts to 1 gallon per person per day
[ ] First aid kit-freshly stocked
[ ] First aid book
[ ] Food (packaged, canned, no-cook, baby food, and for special diets)
[ ] Can opener (nonelectric)
[ ] Blankets or sleeping bags
[ ] Portable radio, flashlight and spare batteries
[ ] Essential medication and glasses
[ ] Fire extinguisher-A-B-C type
[ ] Food and water for pets
[ ] Money (cash)


Sanitation Supplies
[ ] Large plastic trash bags for trash, waste, water protection
[ ] Large trash cans
[ ] Bar soap and liquid detergent
[ ] Shampoo
[ ] Toothpaste and toothbrushes
[ ] Feminine and infant supplies
[ ] Toilet paper
[ ] Household bleach
[ ] Newspaper-to wrap garbage & waste

Safety and Comfort
[ ] Sturdy shoes
[ ] Heavy gloves for clearing debris
[ ] Candles and matches
[ ] Change of clothing
[ ] Knife or razor blades
[ ] Garden hose-for siphoning and fire fighting
[ ] Tent


Cooking
[ ] Barbecue, camp stove, chafing dish
[ ] Fuel for cooking (charcoal, camp stove fuel, etc.)
[ ] Plastic knives, forks, spoons
[ ] Paper plates and cups
[ ] Paper towels
[ ] Heavy-duty aluminum foil


Tools and Supplies
[ ] Axe, shovel, broom
[ ] Crescent wrench for turning off gas
[ ] Screwdriver, pliers, hammer
[ ] Coil of 1/2" rope
[ ] Plastic tape and sheeting
[ ] Toys for children