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Disaster Shopping List
Would you be prepared in the event a hurricane, tornado, flood, or other disaster hit in your area?
Here's some very basic information about preparation in the event of a disaster.
Emergency supplies to have at home:
* Two-week supply of medicines, prescriptions, first aid supplies, portable radio, flashlights, clock, and extra batteries for all
* Candles (and don't forget the matches)
* Infant necessities
* Extra clothing, eyeglasses, etc.
* Toiletries
* Can opener and disposable utensils
* Pillows, blankets, sleeping bags
* Quiet games, books, playing cards
* Tools, nails, duct tape
* Important papers (like a valid ID)
* Cash or Traveler's Checks
* Fire extinguisher
* Mosquito repellent
* Disposable wash cloths and paper towels
* Trash bags
* Fuel can and fuel, sterno lantern and lamp oil
* Non-perishable foods to last a week
* Special dietary foods
* Peanut butter and jelly
* Powdered or shelf pack milk
* Bottled water
* Canned meats, fruits, vegetables, soups, puddings, milk
* Dried fruit
* Powdered or individually packaged drinks
* Instant coffee and tea
* Crackers, cereals, cookies, snacks, condiments