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Hurricane Checklist
These items are suggested but not necessarily all-inclusive of everything your

family needs to prepare for a Hurricane or other severe storm situation.

General:

Flashlight(s)
Extra Batteries
Manual Can Opener
Sterno, Small Grill Or Camp Stove
Fire Extinguisher(s)
Extra Prescription Medications
Tarpaulins
Garbage Bags
Disposable Diapers & Wipes For Baby
Mosquito Repellant
Portable Radio(s)
Candles & Lantern
Wooden Kitchen Matches in Plastic Container
Duct Tape
100 Feet of Rope or Heavy Cord
Address Book With Important Phone Numbers
Toilet Tissue & Paper Towels in Plastic Bags
Pet Food & Cat Litter for Pets
Bleach for cleaning and purifying water
(8 drops per gallon)

Sterile Adhesive Bandages, Gauze Pads and Rolls
Scissors
Hydrogen Peroxide
Aspirin & Antacid Tablets
Snake Bite Kit
Hypoallergenic Adhesive Tape
Tweezers
Antiseptic Spray
Ointments for Burns and Cuts
Latex Gloves

Non-Perishable Food Items
(replace every 6 months)

Bottled Water
(1-3 Gallons per person per day)
Powdered or Evaporated Milk
Powdered Drink Mixes & Soda
Canned Meats, Fish, Fruits, Vegetables
and Soups
Instant Coffee, Tea & Cocoa
Prepackaged Snacks

Storm Safety Tips

• If someone in your home is dependent on medical equipment requiring electricity, make arrangements in advance for an alternative power source for emergencies.
• If rising water threatens your home, turn off the power at the circuit breaker or fuse box before water enters your home. Have an electrician inspect your system before turning power back on after flooding.
• Never replace a fuse or circuit breaker with wet hands, or while standing on a wet or damp surface.
• If you see a downed power line, call the electric company to report its location.
• Avoid driving over downed power lines. Avoid puddles near downed power lines.
• Plug only individual appliances into portable generators. Never connect generators to wall outlets, building wiring or your home's electrical system.
• If your power goes out, wait at least five minutes before reporting it to your local electric company.
• Listen to OLDIES 104.7 and your local TV stations for weather updates.