Hurricanes are too often not thought about until they are about to bear down on us. We rush to buy our supplies and fill our vehicles with fuel to find empty shelves and long lines. You can avoid these issues by preparing a simple hurricane kit before early in the season and ensure these items are in your home before we are in a state of emergency. We want you to be prepared, so use the list below for your household and share with family and friends.
- Extra batteries
- Candles or lamps with fuel
- Matches and lighters
- Materials and tools for emergency home repairs
- Prescription drugs and medications
- A three-day supply of drinking water – minimum of 1 gallon per person
- A three-day supply of non-perishable food
- First aid supplies
- Copies of all personal documents
- A portable NOAA weather radio
- A wrench and other basic tools
- A flashlight
- Pet supplies and baby supplies, if applicable
