This publication from Sun Newspapers features Hurricane Preparation
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Page 19 FOOD • 1 gallon of water per person per day (at least two weeks worth) • Bottles of juice • Cans of meat • Jars of peanut butter • Crackers • Dry cereal • Cans of fruit • Cans vegetables • Cans of soups • Snack bars, energy snacks (granola bars, raisins) • Instant coffee, tea, powdered drink • Pet food, baby food (if needed) • Food for special diets (if needed) • Sandwich bread (freeze until needed) FIRST AID ITEMS • Aspirin or acetaminophen • Extra hearing aid batteries • Rolls of gauze or bandage • Extra prescription medication • First-aid tape • Adhesive bandages • Anti-diarrhea medicine • Rubbing alcohol • Latex gloves • Hydrogen peroxide • Petroleum jelly • Scissors • Tweezers • Antiseptic • Thermometer • Spare eyeglasses, contact lens supplies • Items for denture care (if needed) A big plastic storage bin will work as a container, or use a cooler wrapped with a couple of bungee cords. The bungee cords also may come in handy. If you get through the season without using the supplies, there is a lot of practical stuff here that you won't need to buy next year. And you can always count your blessings and donate the food to a local pantry. SHOPPING LIST Here's a eight-week shopping list to help you plan: www.charlottecountyfl.gov/services/emergencymgmt/ Site%20Documents/8_Week_Shopping_List.pdf STAFF REPORT Prepare to have at least a week's worth of supplies on hand to be comfortable and safe during and immediately after the storm. VITAL SUPPLIES • Water: at least 1 gallon daily per person • Food: nonperishable packaged or canned food, juices, dry milk; foods for infants or the elderly; snack foods. Plastic bottles or juice pouches hold up better in ice chests than cardboard juice boxes. • Formula, diapers and other baby items • Medicines, prescription drugs • Non-electric can opener • First aid kit • Cash — Banks and ATMs may not be open or avail- able for extended periods • Battery-operated radio or TV • Flashlights or lanterns • Extra batteries • Keys • Pet care items — proper identification, immunization records, medications, ample supply of food and water, a carrier or cage, muzzle and leash. • Important documents — insurance polices, medical records, bank account numbers, Social Security card, important phone numbers, family contacts — all in a waterproof container. • Fire extinguisher HELPFUL ITEMS • Cooking tools, fuel • Disposable plates, utensils and cups • Disposable washcloths and towels • Blankets and pillows • Clothing — seasonal, rain gear, sturdy shoes. • Toiletries, hygiene items, moisture wipes, sanitizing wipes • Toys, books and games • Fuel — make sure car is filled; keep extra in proper gas cans • Filled propane tanks for grill • Ice and ice chest — A plastic one will not sweat onto carpets or floors like Styrofoam ones • Matches • Non-electric clock • Sterno • Plastic drop cloth. • Cellular phone with extra batteries and/or car charger • Portable generator • Extension cords. • Tool kit • Sunscreen • Insect repellent • Yard gloves for cleanup • Extra chlorine for pools • Current credit card and checks (in case large expendi- tures are needed and credit cards aren't accepted) • Trash bags Have at least a week's worth of supplies