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January 10, 2024

Disaster Preparedness Plan

It was a quite wind storm we had in North Carolina! It is important to make a disaster plan today. Know how you'll contact one another and reconnect if your family gets separated. Prepare for a disaster supplies kit so that you have basic items during the emergency.

There are a few useful and informative websites to prepare for disasters.

https://www.ready.gov/

https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies.html

https://www.fema.gov/pdf/areyouready/basic_preparedness.pdf

https://www.osha.gov/emergency-preparedness/getting-started

https://www.readync.gov/

Disaster Supplies Kit should include:

• Water (one gallon per person per day for several days, for drinking and sanitation)

• Food (at least a several-day supply of non-perishable food)

• Battery-powered or hand crank radio and a NOAA weather Radio with tone alert

• Flashlight

• First aid kit

• Extra batteries

• Whistle (to signal for help)

• Dust mask (to help filter contaminated air)

• Plastic sheeting and duct tape (to shelter in place)

• Moisture towelette, garbage bags and plastic ties (for personal sanitation)

• Wrench or pliers (to turn off utilities)

• Manual can opener (for food)

• Local maps

• Cell phone with chargers and a backup battery

• Soap, hand sanitizer and disinfecting wipes to disinfect surfaces

• Prescription medications and medications such as pain relievers, anti-diarrhea medication, antacids or laxatives

• Prescription eyeglasses and contact lens solution

• Infant formula, bottles, diapers, wipes, and diaper rash cream

• Pet food and extra water for your pet

• Cash or traveler's check

• Important family documents such as copies of insurance policies, ID, and bank account records saved electronically or in waterproof, portable container

• Sleeping bag or warm blanket for each person

• Complete change of clothing appropriate for your climate and sturdy shoes

• Fire extinguisher

• Matches in a waterproof container

• Feminine supplies and personal hygiene items

• Mess kits, paper cups, plates, paper towels and plastic utensils

• Paper and pencil

• Books, games, puzzles or other activities for children

(List from ready.gov)

FOR MORE SAFETY TIPS VISIT

READY.GOV

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