Being in the thick of an active hurricane season in the Pacific (June to November), here's a thread to share what you have or have yet to get as part of your household Emergency Preparedness Kit.
As a good starting point, NOAA recommends the following:
• Water - at least 1 gallon daily per person for 3 to 7 days
• Food - at least enough for 3 to 7 days:
— non-perishable packaged or canned food / juices
— foods for infants or the elderly
— snack foods
— non-electric can opener
— cooking tools / fuel
— paper plates / plastic utensils
• Blankets / Pillows, etc.
• Clothing - seasonal / rain gear/ sturdy shoes
• First Aid Kit / Medicines / Prescription Drugs
• Special Items - for babies and the elderly
• Toiletries / Hygiene items / Moisture wipes
• Flashlight / Batteries
• Radio - Battery operated and NOAA weather radio
• Telephones - Fully charged cell phone with extra battery and a traditional (not cordless) telephone set
• Cash (with some small bills) and Credit Cards - Banks and ATMs may not be available for extended periods
• Keys
• Toys, Books and Games
• Important documents - in a waterproof container or watertight resealable plastic bag:
— insurance, medical records, bank account numbers, Social Security card, etc.
• Tools - keep a set with you during the storm
• Vehicle fuel tanks filled
• Pet care items:
— proper identification / immunization records / medications
— ample supply of food and water
— a carrier or cage
— muzzle and leash
Yet there's probably a few other things you might add to that list. Like oh, say, booze? lol Or how about that fully-charged Nintendo DS or PSP? Better yet, how about a portable generator?
What non-perishable foods do you personally like to have ready in case of an emergency? In Hawaii, the #1 sellers' gotta' be SPAM, Pork and Beans, Vienna Sausage and saimin (ramen). lol
There's a really neat and what I think ESSENTIAL new product I heard about from a recent news broadcast with Red Cross Hawaii. I'll share that one in another post.
Another great resource for emergency tips is this Emergency Preparedness Handbook from HECO. (<---download the PDF of the entire handbook at that link)
As a good starting point, NOAA recommends the following:
• Water - at least 1 gallon daily per person for 3 to 7 days
• Food - at least enough for 3 to 7 days:
— non-perishable packaged or canned food / juices
— foods for infants or the elderly
— snack foods
— non-electric can opener
— cooking tools / fuel
— paper plates / plastic utensils
• Blankets / Pillows, etc.
• Clothing - seasonal / rain gear/ sturdy shoes
• First Aid Kit / Medicines / Prescription Drugs
• Special Items - for babies and the elderly
• Toiletries / Hygiene items / Moisture wipes
• Flashlight / Batteries
• Radio - Battery operated and NOAA weather radio
• Telephones - Fully charged cell phone with extra battery and a traditional (not cordless) telephone set
• Cash (with some small bills) and Credit Cards - Banks and ATMs may not be available for extended periods
• Keys
• Toys, Books and Games
• Important documents - in a waterproof container or watertight resealable plastic bag:
— insurance, medical records, bank account numbers, Social Security card, etc.
• Tools - keep a set with you during the storm
• Vehicle fuel tanks filled
• Pet care items:
— proper identification / immunization records / medications
— ample supply of food and water
— a carrier or cage
— muzzle and leash
Yet there's probably a few other things you might add to that list. Like oh, say, booze? lol Or how about that fully-charged Nintendo DS or PSP? Better yet, how about a portable generator?
What non-perishable foods do you personally like to have ready in case of an emergency? In Hawaii, the #1 sellers' gotta' be SPAM, Pork and Beans, Vienna Sausage and saimin (ramen). lol
There's a really neat and what I think ESSENTIAL new product I heard about from a recent news broadcast with Red Cross Hawaii. I'll share that one in another post.
Another great resource for emergency tips is this Emergency Preparedness Handbook from HECO. (<---download the PDF of the entire handbook at that link)
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