Hurricane Starter Kit

Hurricane Season is always a bit nerve wracking for me. As a survivor of MANY storms, including Andrew (1992 in Miami), Katrina, and Charlie, I am always a bit nervous when storm season approaches. I am no newbie to Florida, so I know the best thing to do is to be prepared. My hurricane starter kit is stocked up, and ready to go in the event that a severe storm approaches.

Here is a starter guide to making your storm kit.

Hurricane Starter Kit

In addition to your 72 hour kit, be sure to have more than party items on hand:

• At least a 3-day and preferably a 7-day supply of water (one gallon per person per day)
• Non-perishable food
  • boxed soups
  • canned beans
  • canned tuna/chicken
  • snacks, snacks and even more snacks
• Formula, diapers, and other baby supplies
• Food and supplies for pets
• Manual can opener
• First aid kit
• Prescription and non-prescription medicines
• Toiletries for everyone in the house
• Handzies Wipes to wash hands in emergency situation
• Beurer Bug Bite Remover
• Waterproof Bandages
• Cell phones and battery-powered cell phone chargers
• Battery-powered radios, flashlights and personal alarms
• Plenty of batteries
• Extra cash
• Emergency-Rechargeable-Light-Bulb
• Blankets, sleeping bags, books, and games (especially if evacuating)

There are definitely some additional “real life” items you can add to your kit, but these are the basics to keep you covered! What do you have in YOUR kit?