Just thought I'd post a reference (for myself)--Hurricane Irene 2011 is a BIG one---for awhile she looked like she would make land fall right in Savannah/Hilton Head area; which for us would not be good. And although the Powers to Be appear to have (hopefully, can't really trust a hurricane) removed the big threat from our area; I have no doubt that we will be in for some nasty weather this weekend. This is also a great opportunity to be mentally prepared, should we have to evacuate, ever---or even this weekend, when we could potentially lose power for a day or several. So, I will post a good checklist that I will copy and paste, plus add in a few of my personal artifacts that would be coming with---should we ever have to evacuate. No need for my blog "fans" to be bored with these details; this mainly serves as a reference list for myself (this WI girl is fairly new to hurricanes--Lake Michigan didn't have too many:)
Disaster Supply Kit
Water - at least 1 gallon daily per person for 3 to 7 days.
Food - at least enough for 3 to 7 days.
• non-perishable packaged or canned food / juices.
• foods for infants or the elderly.
• snack foods.
• non-electric can opener.
• cooking tools / fuel.
• paper plates / plastic utensils.
Blankets / Pillows, etc.
Clothing - seasonal / rain gear/ sturdy shoes.
First Aid Kit / Medicines / Prescription Drugs
Special Items - for babies and the elderly.
Toiletries / Hygiene items / Moisture wipes
Flashlight / Batteries
Radio - Battery operated and NOAA weather radio.
Cash (with some small bills) - Banks and ATMs may not be open or available for extended periods.
Keys
Toys, Books and Games
Important documents - in a waterproof container or watertight resealable plastic bag.
• insurance, medical records, bank account numbers, Social Security card, etc.
Tools - keep a set with you during the storm.
Vehicle fuel tanks filled
Pet care items
• proper identification / immunization records / medications.
• ample supply of food and water.
• a carrier or cage.
• muzzle and leash.
USEFUL LINKS
This link is to the comprehensive 2011 Hurricane Guide from South Carolina Emergency Management Department:
http://www.scemd.org/News/publications/2011%20HG%20English/2011%20SC%20Hurricane%20Guide%20for%20Home.pdf.
South Carolina Online Hurricane Guide
A great resource compiled by the SC Emergency Management Division.
The Guide contains:
•Hurricane preparation tips.
•Evacuation routes & maps.
•Emergency and weather radio stations.
•Coastal evacuation zone maps.
•Phone numbers and websites.
•Evacuation shelter sites.
Water - at least 1 gallon daily per person for 3 to 7 days.
Food - at least enough for 3 to 7 days.
• non-perishable packaged or canned food / juices.
• foods for infants or the elderly.
• snack foods.
• non-electric can opener.
• cooking tools / fuel.
• paper plates / plastic utensils.
Blankets / Pillows, etc.
Clothing - seasonal / rain gear/ sturdy shoes.
First Aid Kit / Medicines / Prescription Drugs
Special Items - for babies and the elderly.
Toiletries / Hygiene items / Moisture wipes
Flashlight / Batteries
Radio - Battery operated and NOAA weather radio.
Cash (with some small bills) - Banks and ATMs may not be open or available for extended periods.
Keys
Toys, Books and Games
Important documents - in a waterproof container or watertight resealable plastic bag.
• insurance, medical records, bank account numbers, Social Security card, etc.
Tools - keep a set with you during the storm.
Vehicle fuel tanks filled
Pet care items
• proper identification / immunization records / medications.
• ample supply of food and water.
• a carrier or cage.
• muzzle and leash.
USEFUL LINKS
This link is to the comprehensive 2011 Hurricane Guide from South Carolina Emergency Management Department:
http://www.scemd.org/News/publications/2011%20HG%20English/2011%20SC%20Hurricane%20Guide%20for%20Home.pdf.
South Carolina Online Hurricane Guide
A great resource compiled by the SC Emergency Management Division.
The Guide contains:
•Hurricane preparation tips.
•Evacuation routes & maps.
•Emergency and weather radio stations.
•Coastal evacuation zone maps.
•Phone numbers and websites.
•Evacuation shelter sites.
My own notes: clarinets, computers and power cords, weather radio, backup discs, financial documentation, SS cards, purse, books, dvd and movie cases, cell phone charge, clothing, piper's food, pillows, leash, muzzle, bark collar, food, beverages, camper:), keys, cameras and camcorder, bud's stuff, bud's px, Tibetan bowls, a couple of coolers, meds, makeup jewelry, some crystals, insurance documentation, camera chargers, bathing products, some tools, first aid, flashlights, candles, lighter
Things to do at home: lock all windows (possibly board them up), remove all windchimes, etc, fold down or put all lawn chairs in garage or between garage and shed, grill and fire ring to garage or shed, make ice buckets,
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