Checklists

IF YOU ARE STAYING HOME

A battery-operated radio tuned to your favorite Curtis Media Group radio station.
A battery-operated clock
First Aid kit
Adequate supply of prescription medicines
Baby food and diapers (if applicable)
Toiletries, toilet paper
Water (1 gallon per person per day)
Eating utensils, manual can opener
Cooking equipment & fuel (gas grill or camp stove)
Batteries for all your equipment
Flashlights and a lantern
Fire extinguisher
Matches and lighters
Adequate supply of non-perishable food products
Canned or boxed milk and beverages
Non-scented liquid bleach
Cash
Sunscreen, mosquito repellent
Food, water and supplies for your pets
Sponges & paper towels
Ice chest/cooler
Insurance information
Blankets/pillows
Change of clothes
Propane for grill (if applicable)
Rain ponchos, work gloves
Extra glasses or contact lenses
Masking or duct tape
Trash bags
Soap & detergent
Cleaning supplies

IF YOU ARE GOING TO A SHELTER

A battery-operated radio tuned to your favorite Curtis Media Group radio station.
Important papers such as I.D. driver’s license
Social Security Card, insurance information
Blankets, pillows, sleeping bag
Packaged snack food, non-perishable food
Prescription medicines
Toiletries, toilet paper
Baby food and diapers (if applicable)
Batteries for all your equipment
One flashlight per person with extra batteries
First Aid Kit
Books, games
Water
Change of clothing

IF YOU ARE GOING TO EVACUATE

Shut off all gas valves and main water valves, as well as the main electrical switch before leaving your home
Take important documents with you, especially insurance policies and documents establishing home ownership
Be alert for tornadoes, which are often spawned by hurricanes
Carry along survival supplies, ideally in large plastic garbage bags
Bring medicine and/or special needs
Do not bring pets, alcoholic beverages or weapons to Red Cross shelters
Take warm, protective clothing