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Assemble a Disaster Supplies Kit
  A disaster supplies kit is a collection of basic items you would need to be comfortable during and after a disaster. These items should be stored in a portable container(s) as close as possible to the exit door. You may want to carry a smaller version of this disaster kit in your car as well.

Prepare to be without assistance for a minimum of three days. Check off the following items once you have added them to your disaster supplies kit.

 
Disaster Supplies Kit Checklist
____ Bottled water stored in sealed, unbreakable containers. Include at least 1 gallon per person per day. Water should be replaced every six months.
____ Unscented bleach or iodine tablets to disinfect water only if directed by health office. Also include an eyedropper to add bleach to the water.
____ Food that will not spoil and requires no cooking, such as canned food, dry cereals, and granola bars. Also include a manual can opener and eating utensils.
____ Portable battery-powered or wind-up radio.
____ First aid kit.
____ Whistle to signal for help.
____ Flashlight with fresh batteries.
____ Cash, coins, and a credit card.
____ Special needs items, such as prescription medications, extra eyeglasses, contact lenses, contact lens solution, sanitation hygiene items, and hearing aid batteries.
____ Extra clothing and blankets or sleeping bags.
____ Copies of your prescriptions, immunization records, and identification cards.
____ A multi-purpose dry chemical fire extinguisher.
____ Tools, a map of the local area, and any other items to meet your unique needs.
 

  Additional Items to Include for Pets and Service Animals:
 
____ Dry food.
____ Water.
____ Litter Pan.
____ Copies of important documents, such as vaccination and medical records, sealed in a waterproof plastic bag.
____ Pet carrier, leash/harness.
____ Needed medications.
____ Current photograph of each pet to prove ownership if you need to retrieve them from a pet shelter.
 

Disaster Supplies for a Chemical or Radiological Attack:
____ Soap.
____ Antibacterial gel.
____ Additional water for washing.
____ Rolls of duct tape and plastic sheeting to cover doors, windows, vents, and outlets in the room where you will take shelter. Pre- measure and cut your plastic sheeting in advance to save time during an emergency.
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Plastic bags and gloves.
 
   

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