If there is a bad storm this winter, you might not be able to leave the house for a few days. Make sure you have enough food, water and medications for three days. Remind everyone in your household that these supplies are for emergencies only.Items for Your Shelter in Place Kit:
- One gallon of drinking water per person per day for three days.
- Food that will not easily perish; ready-to-eat foods.
- Manual can opener and eating utensils.
- First-aid kit.
- Flashlight.
- AM/FM Radio.
- Extra batteries.
- Phone that does not rely on electricity.
- Whistle - to signal for help.
- Iodine tablets or one quart of unscented bleach and an eyedropper (Disinfect water only if directed to do so by health officials. To disinfect water with bleach, add 8 drops of bleach per gallon of water.)
- Personal hygiene items (hand sanitizer, toothbrush, toothpaste, feminine hygiene products, toilet paper and wipes.)
- Child care supplies.
- Plastic sheeting, scissors and duct tape.
Also consider other supplies and equipment based on your special needs, such as:
- Back-up medical equipment (glasses, oxygen, scooter battery, mobility aids, hearing aids and batteries).
- Supplies for pets and service animals.
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