Keep these supplies at home throughout the year in preparation for major emergencies or disasters. We recommend that you keep them in a separate "Disaster Supply Kit" so they are easy to find when you need them. Identify a safe room for storage of the supply kit and where you can go if a hurricane hits. Don't forget to rotate and replace expired items throughout the year.

Family members should discuss and plan additional supplies that might be needed over an extended period of time. Be ready for the hurricane season. Some supplies will be required in the event you elect to stay in your home. Others may be required if you evacuate or relocate or go to a shelter. Place supplies so they are clearly accessible and identifiable. After a hurricane watch is issued, there may be a high demand and short supply of many items.

AM/FM radio (AC/DC battery operated)

Baby food, diapers, formula and other supplies

Backpack, duffel bag, portable cooler or other containers

Bleach (without lemon or any other additives)

Canned or packaged foods, milk and beverages (minimum 7-day non-perishable food supply for each family member)

Can opener (non-electric)

Changes of clothing, hard soled shoes and rain gear for each family member

Eating utensils and supplies

Emergency cooking facilities (camping equipment and supplies are great)

Extra prescription medications, glasses or hearing aids (see your doctor)

Fire extinguishers (checked and serviced annually)

First aid kit (adequate capacity and type for the size of your family)

Flashlights & extra batteries (size and type for flashlights, radios, etc.)

Food and water for pets

Important documents (driver's license, birth certificate, insurance documents, etc.)

Lanterns and fuel (stored in safe container & location)

Matches (stored in a safe and protective container)

Mosquito repellant

Non-perishable foods, milk and beverages (minimum 7-day supply for each family member)

Plywood boards ¾" to board up windows (cut & fit ahead of time)

Quiet games, toys, books and cards

Sleeping bag and blankets for each family member

Spare batteries for flashlights, radios, etc.

Spare keys for home, vehicles, boats, etc.

Toilet paper, soap, toothbrushes, toothpaste and other personal hygiene items

Water (1 gallon per person per day for drinking purposes)

Water purification procedures & tablets (check with your local health department)

Weather alert radio (AC/DC battery operated)

Other items preplanned by the family