Every home should have a Disaster Survival Kit. Ensure a minimum three day (preferably one week) supply for each person. If you have chosen to evacuate to a shelter here are some items you will want to have ready in your shelter kit. These are items you should keep handy in your shelter kit:

• Have a two-week supply of Critical Prescription Medications
• Personal hygiene supplies
• Baby needs; diapers, formula, etc.
• Battery operated television or radio and flashlight
• Extra batteries
• Blankets, pillows, sleeping bags or lawn chairs (bedding is not provided)
• Sanitary supplies, wet wipes
• Nonperishable foods for snacks
• First aid kit
• Extra clothing
  • Wet and cold weather clothing
  • Rain gear and sturdy shoes
• Extra pair of eyeglasses
• Travelers checks/cash
• Keys
• Vehicle fuel tanks filled
• Wheelchair or walker if needed
• Cards, book, small games
• Road maps
• Pet foods and medications (Proof of current pet immunizations is required for pet-friendly shelters), leash, muzzle, medications, food and water
• Special diet foods
• Important documents such as birth certificates, insurance policies, insurance cards, social security card, important family and business contact numbers, health records, mortgages, deeds, titles, financial documents kept in a protected place.
  • Keep videotaped documentation or list of all valuables