Start with an easy to carry, water tight container - a large plastic trash can will do, or line a sturdy cardboard box with a couple of trash bags. Next gather up the following items and place them in your kit:
- Water - 1 gallon per person per day
- Water purification kit or bleach (use 8 drops of regular bleach per gallon of water)
- First aid kit and first aid book ¡¤ Pre-cooked, non-perishable foods, such as canned meats, granola bars, instant soup & cereals, etc.
- Baby supplies: formula, bottle, pacifier, soap, baby powder, clothing, blankets, baby wipes, disposable diapers, canned food and juices
- Food, water, leash and carrier for pets
- Non-electric can opener
- Anti-bacterial hand wipes or gel
- Blanket or sleeping bag per person
- Portable radio or portable TV and extra batteries
- Flashlight and extra batteries ¡¤ Essential medications
- Extra pair of eyeglasses
- Extra house and car keys
- Fire extinguisher - ABC-type
- Cash and change
- Seasonal change of clothing, including sturdy shoes
- Sanitation Supplies
- Large plastic trash bags for waste, tarps and rain ponchos
- Large trash cans
- Bar soap and liquid detergent
- Shampoo
- Toothpaste and toothbrushes
- Feminine hygiene supplies
- Toilet paper
- Household bleach for cleaning
- Rubber gloves
Fourteen-day Supply Kit
The experiences of Hurricanes Hugo, Bertha and Fran have taught North Carolinians to be prepared to live without utilities and basic services for up to two weeks or more. In addition to the three-day supply kit, these supplies will be helpful for 14 days without electricity or running water:
- Disposable plates, cups, utensils
- Plastic garbage bags
- Mosquito repellent
- Cooler
- Ice
- Toiletries
- Detergent for dishes and clothes
- Clothesline and pins
- Games such as cards & quiet toys
- Duct and masking tape
- Rolls of plastic
- Lantern & fuel (not candles)
- Gloves & goggles
- Small tools
- Cleaning supplies
- Brooms & mops
- Pails and buckets
- Ladders
- Plywood & nails
- Rakes & shovels
- Chain saw, gas & oil
- Wheelbarrow
- Battery operated clock
- Butane lighter or matches
- Axes, hatchets, pruners
- Rope
It is also important to fuel all vehicles before a storm hits, get to the ATM or bank and secure some cash since banks will probably be closed for some time after a severe storm, and keep a photo I.D. that shows your home address.
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