Plan Ahead: Claudette Good Reminder To Have Hurricane Kit

August 16, 2009

While Tropical Storm Claudette had very little impact on the Gulf Coast, emergency officials say it serves as a reminder that we are in hurricane season, and everyone should have a proper hurricane supply kit.

A hurricane supply kit should include:

• Batteries
• Battery operated radio
• Cash
• First Aid Kit
• Flashlight
• Fully charged cell phone with extra battery and a traditional telephone (not cordless)
• Important documents in a waterproof container or watertight re-sealable plastic bag
• Keep your car gas tank on full.
• NOAA weather radio
• Non-electric can opener
• Non-perishable food for 3 to 7 days
• Paper plates and plastic utensils
• Special items for babies, the elderly and pets
• Toys, Books and Games
• Two week supply of prescription drugs
• Water, at least 1 gallon daily per person for 3 to 7 days

Residents are urged to monitor the local media for the most up-to-date information and use this as a time to make sure your storm preparations are complete as the tropics are expected to be extremely active over the next two weeks.

And remember, we post the latest storm updates on NorthEscambia.com. If the power fails, you can still access NorthEscambia.com on any Internet-capable cell phone.

Comments

3 Responses to “Plan Ahead: Claudette Good Reminder To Have Hurricane Kit”

  1. redneck123 on August 17th, 2009 8:26 pm

    Thanks for the info,I need all the help i can get.

  2. EMD on August 17th, 2009 4:48 pm

    Thank you for a the weather related news and helps. You are appreciated.

  3. Lisa Stone on August 16th, 2009 9:11 pm

    Thank you for the tips, it is always good to be prepared.

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