Plan Prepare Pass It On
DESOTO COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT ALL HAZARDS GUIDE Plan Prepare Pass It On HURRICANE SUPPLY LIST “The first 72 hours is on you” Inside Water — at least 1 gallon daily per person for 3 to 7 days The Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Food — at least enough for 3 to 7 days, non-perishable packaged or canned food & juices, foods Wind Scale . .. 1 for infants,elderly or diabetics,snack foods,non-electric can opener, cooking tools, fuel, paper plates, plastic utensils Hurricane Hazards . 2 Bedding — blankets, pillows, cots, blow up mattress, etc. Plan! Prepare! Pass It On! . 3 Clothing — seasonal, rain gear, sturdy shoes, rubber boats, hat Prepare a Supply Kit . 4 First Aid Kit — Medicine, Prescription Drugs, extra oxygen, bandages, sting relief, ointments Preparing your Boat . 5 Special Items — for babies and the elderly Shelter Issues & Pets . 6 Toiletries — hygiene items, moisture wipes, razors, shaving cream, etc. Flashlight I with extra batteries Special Needs/Disabilities Radio — battery-operated and NOAA weather radio Information . 6 Cash — banks and ATMs may not be open or available for extended periods. Utility Tips . 7 Keys, toys, books and games, portable DVD player with movies, iPod — for kids and adults After the Storm . 8 Generator Safety . 9 Important Documents — in a waterproof container Storm Debris Cleanup . 10 Insurance — check your insurance policy to make sure you have adequate insurance coverage to Picking Up the Pieces . 11 replace your home, furnishing, clothing, food, appliances (things are more expensive today), check on flood insurance (you may need it due to wind driven rain — many insurance companies have Questions for ALF .
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