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In the event of evacuation, make a disaster supplies kit containing all of the basic items you would probably need to stay safe and comfortable during and after a disaster. They should be stored in a portable container as close to an exit door as possible. Here is a checklist all evacuees can use in preparing their emergency kits: • At least a three day supply of non-perishable food. • One gallon of bottled water per person per day. • Important documents and records, photo IDs, proof of residence such as a utility bill, information to process insurance claims • Extra keys • Cash. Get small bills. Power outages would make banks and ATMs unavailable. • Battery-operated radio • Battery-operated flashlight • Extra batteries • Can opener • Garbage bags • Family communications plans • Road maps • Coolers for food and ice storage, paper plates, plastic utensils • Blankets, pillows, sleeping bags and extra clothing Preparing a First Aid Kit Stay prepared for any disaster by assembling a first aid kit for the home and car. The kit should include: • Adhesive bandages in various sizes • Sterile dressing • Conforming roller gauze bandage • Germicidal hand wipes or waterless alcohol-based hand sanitizer • Antiseptic wipes • Large medical grade non-latex gloves • Adhesive tape, 2” width • Anti-bacterial ointment • Cold pack • Scissors • Tweezers • CPR breathing barrier, such as a face shield • Non-prescription drugs, such as aspirin or non-aspirin pain reliever, anti-diarrhea medication, antacid, syrup of Ipecac
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