Recommended Long List of Storm Emergency Kit Items

8/18/2020 (Permalink)

With the number of names storms twice the number they were at this time last year – we revisit the importance of preparedness.

• Backpack or storage tub to hold your supplies
• Bottled Water
  • 1 gallon per person is recommended
• Non-Perishable food
  • If including canned foods, you must include a can opener
• Flashlight with extra batteries
• First Aid Supplies
  • Bandages
  • Ointment
  • Disinfectant wipes
• Tissues
• Toilet paper and bags with ties for personal sanitation
• Paper and pen or pencil(to take notes, play games, etc)
• Sleeping bag or warm blanket(recommend one for each person in your home)
• Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities
• Personal hygiene items (travel size deodorant, cotton swabs, feminine items, etc)
• Whistle to Signal for help
• Important documents (identification, insurance information, banking information, wills, etc)
• Emergency reference materials such as a first aid book
• Battery powered radio and a NOAA Weather radio
• Formula and diapers (if there is an infant in the house)
• Extra pet food (if there are pets in the house)
• Dust mask or cotton t-shirt, to help filter the air
• Plastic sheeting and duct tape to shelter-in-place
• Can opener for food (if kit contains canned food)
• Cups and utensils
• A change of clothes for each person in your home (if you live in a cooler climate make sure the clothes are warm!)
  • Also include a jacket, hat, gloves and closed toe shoes for walking (boots or sturdy sneakers are best)
• Rain gear
• Cash
• Paper towels
• Fire Extinguisher
• Cards or game (it is important to have something to do to take your mind off the situation for a few moments or alleviate stress if you will be in your shelter for an extended time)

 Call SERVPRO of Sussex County for any storm related damage at 302-856-9768 or visit our site at: https://www.SERVPROsussexcounty.com/