How can you prepare?
3 Simple Steps


Go Bag

Essential items for your immediate safety and well-being should be kept in a backpack or another easy to carry container in case you have to evacuate quickly.  Prepare one Go-bag for each family member and make sure each has an identification tag.

 

  • Flashlight with extra batteries
     
  • Battery-operated radio with extra batteries
     
  • Water and non-perishable food
     
  • Hand cleaner/sanitizer or moist towelettes
  • First-aid kit
     
  • Pocket knife
     
  • Emergency cash in small denominations and coins for phone calls
     
  • Sturdy shoes, a change of appropriate clothes, and a hat
     
  • Local map
     
  • Permanent marker, paper and tape
     
  • List of emergency contacts’ phone numbers
     
  • Copy of health insurance, identification cards and other important documents in a waterproof container
     
  • Photos of family members and pets for re-identification purposes
     
  • Extra prescription eye glasses, hearing aids, denture supplies or other vital personal items
     
  • Prescription medications; also include a list detailing dosages and any allergies
     
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
     
  • Extra keys to your house and vehicle
     
  • Whistle
     
  • Dust mask
     
  • Any special-needs items for children, seniors, or persons with disabilities.  Don’t forget to make a Go-bag for your pets.
     

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