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Preparing for a Hurricane: A Checklist You Really Need 
 
by Kealoha Wells August 03, 2005

Emergency Pack

  • Flashlights
  • Batteries
  • Lantern
  • Fuel
  • Emergency cooking equipment
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Portable radio
  • Toiletries
  • First aid kit and manual
  • Mosquito repellant
  • Non-electric can opener
  • Portable cooler
  • 3-day supply of non-perishable food
  • 3-day supply of water—one gallon per person per day
  • Water purification tablets (purchase at the pharmacy)
  • Bleach without lemon or other additives
  • Sturdy shoes
  • A change of clothes
  • Diapers
  • Baby food
  • Formula
  • Blankets
  • Instructions on how to turn off your utilities properly. (Gas, water, electricity)
  • Important papers

Important Papers (place in a waterproof box)

Legal Papers

  • Deeds
  • Titles
  • Divorce papers
  • Adoption papers
  • Passports
  • Military records
  • Living wills
  • Power of attorney
  • Child custody

Personal Papers

  • Birth certificates
  • Naturalization papers
  • Photos or negatives
  • Vaccination records
  • Marriage license

Financial Papers

  • Stock and bond certificates
  • Credit card numbers
  • Bank account information
  • Back up CD of financial management software
  • Last tax return
  • Original copies of insurance plans (cars, boats, health, life, homeowners)
  • Telephone numbers of insurance agents
  • Appraisal of jewelry and art
  • Home improvement records
  • Written description of your household goods or video/pictures

Hurricane Watch (hurricane possible within 36 hours)

  • Check emergency supplies.
  • Review evacuation plans
  • Remain aware of the situation at all times via radio, television or internet.
  • Fuel the car.
  • Turn the refrigerator and freezer to the coldest settings and open only when necessary.
  • Bring in out door furniture, garden tools, etc.
  • Board the windows.
  • Remove outside antennas.
  • Store as much drinking water as you can in bottles and jugs. Fill clean bathtubs.
  • Secure boats.

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