I'm getting prepared!! So I thought I would share this.

[florezitta10]

     Build a Kit in case of an emergency... I live in California so I know I have to do this specially now. I hope this list helps someone else.


After a major disaster the usual services we take for granted, such as running water, refrigeration, and telephones, may be unavailable. Experts recommend that you should be prepared to be self-sufficient for at least three days. Store your household disaster kit in an easily accessible location.  Put contents in a large, watertight container (e.g. a large plastic garbage can with a lid and wheels) that you can move easily.

Your basic emergency kit should include:

    * Water – one gallon per person per day
    * Food – ready to eat or requiring minimal water
    * Manual can opener and other cooking supplies
    * Plates, utensils and other feeding supplies
    * First Aid kit & instructions
    * A copy of important documents & phone numbers
    * Warm clothes and rain gear for each family member.
    * Heavy work gloves
    * Disposable camera
    * Unscented liquid household bleach and an eyedropper for water purification
    * Personal hygiene items including toilet paper, feminine supplies, hand sanitizer and soap
    * Plastic sheeting, duct tape and utility knife for covering broken windows
    * Tools such as a crowbar, hammer & nails, staple gun, adjustable wrench and bungee cords.
    * Blanket or sleeping bag
    * Large heavy duty plastic bags and a plastic bucket for waste and sanitation
    * Any special-needs items for children, seniors or people with disabilities. Don’t forget water and supplies for your pets.

A component of your disaster kit is your Go-bag. Put the following items together in a backpack or another easy to carry container in case you must evacuate quickly.  Prepare one Go-bag for each family member and make sure each has an I.D. tag. You may not be at home when an emergency strikes so keep some additional supplies in your car and at work, considering what you would need for your immediate safety.

    * Flashlight
    * Radio – battery operated
    * Batteries
    * Whistle
    * Dust mask
    * Pocket knife
    * Emergency cash in small denominations and quarters for phone calls
    * Sturdy shoes, a change of clothes, and a warm hat
    * Local map
    * Some water and food
    * Permanent marker, paper and tape
    * Photos of family members and pets for re-identification purposes
    * List of emergency point-of -contact phone numbers
    * List of allergies to any drug (especially antibiotics) or food
    * Copy of health insurance and identification cards
    * Extra prescription eye glasses, hearing aid or other vital personal items
    * Prescription medications and first aid supplies
    * Toothbrush and toothpaste
    * Extra keys to your house and vehicle
    * Any special-needs items for children, seniors or people with disabilities. Don’t forget to make a Go-bag for your pets.

[mc1962]

good idea!!!! 

[ro901]

never hurts to be prepared for the worst ...good luck

[jkhanson]

You have quite an extensive emergency kit!  I hope you will not have to use it.  Kudos to you for getting prepared though.

[mrisha]

That is a great idea to be prepared like that.  I hope you never have to use it.  You can see how the world is changing and natural catastrophies  are happening all over the world.

[Tere2]

Thanks, it won't be long before I have to check my hurricane supplies.

[comforte]

I was just thinking the other day that it's time to prepare for hurricane season. Thanks for another reminder.

[sgluckadoo]

it is so expensive to prepare and to find a palce to put the stuff all together! lol

[workmama]

Hi you sound like such a caring person. Just wanted to try this new  post forum with a reply. Reply back if you want.

[florezitta10]

it is so expensive to prepare and to find a palce to put the stuff all together! lol

I agree but the dollar store is your friend I have a dollar tree and a .99 only store close by and they have so many great things there that are worth much much more the $1 most of the stuff u need for this u either already own or can get there.. as far as storage I am gonna use the recycling container provided by the city I dont really use mine so its gonna be used for that and since it has wheels its perfect. There is no question that we all need to think ahead and I hope to god we don't ever need to use it but what if you know? I don't want to be one of those people singing my shoulda,woulda, couldas when I can be responsible now. Plus I also think that if not for me then when something happens and you don't need it then someone else will and you can help. 

[florezitta10]

Hi you sound like such a caring person. Just wanted to try this new  post forum with a reply. Reply back if you want.

that is very nice of you. Thanks 

[florezitta10]

That is a great idea to be prepared like that.  I hope you never have to use it.  You can see how the world is changing and natural catastrophies  are happening all over the world.

Yes I hope we don't have to but yesterdays earthquake was an eye opener. I have never felt one like it, it was so different. It actually scared me got me to thinking that this whole thing we were hearing about 2012 might not be as much of a long shot as I had dismissed it to be. Only god knows what is coming but I think we should do everything in our power to be as safe as possible

[dijonworks]

Wow you are so awesome for this, I'm in Cali too, I was like oooh Lawd!  It's always good to be prepared, all that stuff will fit in my front closet, so walmart here I come

Thanx

[smokeejo]

Sounds like you have thought of everything. I'm sure that will be helpful to everyone facing natural disasters. Good luck to you and everyone in the midst of this.

[Ant29]

The requirements are the same, but have been changed recently in Hawaii. Now, it's pack all of these essentials and it needs to last for a week maybe even more.