Emergency Checklist

1. Keep enough supplies in your home to meet your needs for at least three days. Assemble a Disaster Supplies Kit with items you may need in an evacuation. Store these supplies in sturdy, easy-to-carry containers such as backpacks, duffel bags or covered trash containers. Be sure to include:

• A 3-day supply of water (1 gallon per person, per day) and food that won't spoil
• One change of clothing and footwear per person, and one blanket or sleeping bag per person
• A first aid kit that includes your family's prescription medications
• Emergency tools including a battery-powered radio, flashlight and plenty of extra batteries
• An extra set of car keys and a credit card, cash or traveler's checks
• Sanitary supplies
• Special items for infant, elderly or disabled family members
• An extra pair of glasses
• Books and games

2. Keep important family documents in a waterproof container

3. Have a plan for your animals…they are not allowed inside emergency shelters due to health regulations

4. Take a basic first aid and CPR class

5. Make sure your car has a full tank of gas