INC NEWS - Pre Disaster Plan for staying at home

[David Harris]

DISASTER SUPPLIES (if you will not be evacuated and are staying in your residence - items can be stored in a box or container such as a disinfected garbage can with a tight fitting lid and placed next to your Disaster Suitcase)
 
Flashlight and extra batteries (lanterns and candles are not recommended due to fire hazards). Check batteries every 6 months and replace as necessary.
 
Battery operated radio and extra batteries (to listen to newscasts and weather reports). Check batteries every 6 months and replace as necessary.
 
Back up oxygen tank should be kept full at all times, A three to four day supply of your current medications. Ask your physician or pharmacist how long each of the medications can be stored.
Ice - fill coolers with ice.
Water - water can be stored in empty containers and/or a bathtub that has been disinfected and the drain plugged. To disinfect the tub, use a 10% bleach solution (9 parts water and 1 part bleach) to clean the tub - then rinse well with plain water. Bottled water is another alternative.
 
Non-perishable foods that can be eaten at room temperature such as: ready to eat canned meats, fruits and vegetables; canned juices, milk, soups; staples such as sugar, salt, pepper; high energy foods - peanut butter, jelly, crackers, granola bars; comfort foods - cookies, hard candy, instant coffee and tea, tea bags, etc.; manual can opener; disposable plates, utensils, cups and bowls. (The foods put in your disaster supply kit should take into consideration any special dietary needs of the individual.) Rotate your stored food every six months.
O Due to health and safety dangers:
- Do not operate a generator inside the structure
- Do not cook or heat inside the structure with gas grills or charcoal
 
David Harris
919-906-2023
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