Prepare a Disaster Preparedness Kit

Prepare for at least three days. The best time to assemble a disaster supplies kit is well before you need it. Most of these items are already in your home, it is matter of assembling them before a disaster occurs.

Water – 1 gallon per person per day. Store water in unbreakable containers. Identify the storage date and replace every 6 months
Food – A supply of non-perishable packaged or canned foods with a manual can opener
Anti-bacterial hand wipes or gel
First Aid Kit- a first aid book and required prescription medications
Blankets or sleeping bags- at least one per person
Battery-powered radio, flashlight, and plenty of extra batteries
Fire extinguisher – ABC type
Credit cards and cash and change
An extra set of car and house keys
Extra pair of eyeglasses
Toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo and toilet paper
A list of family physicians
List of important family information; phone numbers
Special items for infants, elderly, or disabled family members

Sanitation Supplies:

Large plastic trash bags for waste, tarps and rain ponchos.
Large trash cans
Bar soap and liquid detergent
Household bleach
Rubber gloves

Stocking up now on emergency supplies can add to your family’s safety and comfort during and after a disaster. Store enough supplies for at least three days, preferably seven days.

Emergency Preaparedness Backpacks:

Emergency Preparedness Backpacks, which include many of the items listed above, can be purchased through Barton HealthCare System. Shop online at www.bartonhealth.org/shop for more information.