| Storms not only cause damage to your property, but | | | | - Fuel for your car and/or portable generator along |
| they also can destroy your peace of mind. To help | | | | with a funnel |
| you prepare for a flood, hurricane or other natural | | | | - Garbage bags |
| disaster, here is a list of key items that you should | | | | - Rope and hand tools |
| have readily available: | | | | - Insurance agency contact information and other |
| - Flashlights | | | | important documents in waterproof containers |
| - Battery-operated lanterns | | | | Additional storm preparations |
| - Battery-powered radio | | | | -Fill clean bath tubs with water for miscellaneous use |
| - Battery-operated fan | | | | and remember that pool water can be used to flush |
| - Extra batteries-you should have two extra sets for | | | | toilets. |
| each battery-operated item | | | | -Be sure that you have at least a 30-day supply of |
| - Special care items for infants or family members | | | | prescription medications or special care items, as well |
| with specific medial needs | | | | as a minimum of a three-day supply of food for each |
| - Prescription medication supply | | | | person and pet. |
| - First aid kit | | | | -Transfer perishable food items to an insulated cooler. |
| - Clean drinking water | | | | Try to eat your perishable foods before your canned |
| - Waterproof matches and lighters | | | | goods supply because of the potential for spoilage. |
| - Propane or gas grill/stove (for outdoor use only) | | | | -Cover windows and glass doors with hurricane |
| - Supply of canned/non-perishable foods | | | | shutters or storm panels. If these materials aren't |
| - Manual can opener | | | | readily available, board them up with plywood and |
| - Disposable utensils, plates and cups | | | | plastic sheeting to protect your property. |