ARE YOU PREPARED? Here are a few things you can do before, during and after a storm:
AT HOME: • • • • • • • • • •
Trim dead tree branches and cut down dead trees on your property. Fasten down anything that can be blown around outside your home. Clear drains and gutters. Make sure generator is accessible. Gather your emergency supplies well in advance of any storm warnings. Make sure your home is properly insulated. Secure all doors and windows. Keep your cell phones charged. Tune your radio to a local station with regular weather reports. After a storm, use precaution near downed powerlines and other debris.
Home Emergency Kit Checklist: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Flashlights, batteries Water and non-perishable food Cell phone with wall & car charger Manual can opener Battery-powered or hand-crank radio First aid kit & blankets Personal care items Cash and coins Extra set of house and car keys Whistle (to signal for help) Candles and lighter or matches Pocket knife and/or multi-tool Dust masks Important personal documents Rain ponchos Pet supplies
ON THE ROAD: • • • •
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Keep your car’s gas tank full. Make sure your car battery, tires and windshield wipers are in good condition. Drive with your lights on. Inform someone of your destination beforehand. Keep cell phone full charged. NEVER text and drive.
Car Emergency Kit Checklist:
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Flashlight and batteries First aid kit with scissors Highway flares or warning light Water bottles Non-perishable food Booster/Jumper cables Matches and candles in a metal box or plastic bag Blankets or thermal blankets Warm clothing and spare boots Road maps Cell phone chargers
For more preparedness information and to find downloadable checklists, go to takewinterbystorm.org or ready.gov