Emergency Supply, can't have a storm without it!

IT'S THAT TIME!! In less then 24 hours we will be officially in storm season! To those who have lived through more seasons then you can count, your emergency supply kit is most likely already stocked. For those who don't have one... Every home, condo, apartment and business should have an emergency supply kit. The contents of each supply kit may vary, but there are necessities that no kit should be without. Checking the stock and expiration of your supply kit is best not to wait until you are under warning or even a watch. No matter when you build your kit, make sure it is enough for each member of your family and be prepared for at minimum 5 days. If you have pets, don't forget to include their needs in your kit.

For you & your family □ Water: one gallon per person per day for 7-14 days for personal and sanitary purpose (fill tubs in home with water before storm)                               □ Food: Non perishable packaged or canned food 7-14 days □ Cooler for ice and food storage     (Gel packs, Freeze water in zip-loc bags & 2 liter jugs, fill coolers to preserve food)  □ Extra formula & diapers for babies □ Flashlights with extra batteries         □ Battery or solar powered lanterns □ Radio, battery powered or hand crank □ Solar or cell phone charger □ Corded land line phone   □ AC adapter                      □ Grill or camping stove with extra  propane or charcoal □ Waterproof matches  □ Sandbags- important if you live near any body of water                                                  □ Paper plates & plastic utensils □ Trash bags □ Manual can opener                                □ Non-scented bleach or water purification tablets                                                  □ Duct tape & extension cord                   □ Basic tool kit with shovel & ax  □ Utility knife                                              □ Fire extinguisher  □ Blue tarps to cover entire roof, in case of damage □ Sturdy shoes (post storm)   □ First Aid Kit including gloves □ Sunscreen & bug repellent              □ Personal Hygiene                                    □ Important documents & contacts   □ Local maps                                         □ Waterproof container with all important documents and paperwork  □ generator & extra fuel (in proper fuel container)  □ CASH! For your pets □ Non-perishable food □ Water                                                     □ Medications                                           □ License & Documentation     □ Pet carrier For fun: □ Board games □ playing cards □ coloring books & crayons □ books & magazines If you are evacuating your home during the storm, you will want to add a few items to the list □ Clothing  □ Sleeping bags □ Extra set of house/car keys Tips: If in doubt of what else you may need to keep you and your family comfortable...pack like you are going camping. It is also wise to have a mini-supply kit in your vehicle.  Helpful Apps: