1.1 Emergency preparedness kits
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| Systems | Stuff |
|---|---|
| Household emergency supplies | |
Households can prepare emergency plans and emergency kits, as well as storing backup food and water supplies. Food and water will need to be refreshed on a regular basis. | Emergency Kit: keep this in your home Several days of water and non-perishable food, can opener Extra cell phone battery or charger Battery-powered or hand crank radio with NOAA weather tone alerts Flashlight and extra batteries First aid kit Whistle to signal for help Dust mask, to help filter contaminated air and plastic Sheeting and duct tape to shelter-in-place Personal sanitation supplies (incl. moist towelettes, garbage bags, and plastic ties) Non-sparking wrench or pliers to turn off utilities Local paper maps |
| Individual emergency supplies | |
Individuals in a household can prepare go bags, which are easy to grab in case you need to leave quickly. | Go Bag: Choose a sturdy and easy to carry bag. Medications 3 days of non-perishable food and cutlery Important documents (ID, insurance, copy of lease/deed, car registration) First aid kit Backup chargers and batteries Battery-powered/hand crank flashlight and radio Personal health items (toothbrush, glasses, cane, menstrual products) Physical map of area with exit routes marked Physical list of emergency contacts and addresses High quality respirator masks Cash in small bills Permanent marker Water bottles Space blanket |