1. Understand - Do your research, and find resources that explain how to prepare!
2. Get A Plan - Use your resources to help you get a plan in place!
Check Out These Important Links:
FEMA Preparedness Toolkit - The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is a U.S. government agency responsible for managing the federal response to major disasters and emergencies, both natural and man-made.
Ready South Texas Program - An emergency preparedness program for the South Texas region in the United States.
Don't Forget To Consider:
Water
One gallon of water per person per day for drinking and sanitation.
Children, nursing mothers, and sick people may need more water.
If you live in a warm weather climate, more water may be necessary.
Store water tightly in clean plastic containers such as soft drink bottles.
Keep at least a three-day supply of water per person.
Food
Store at least a three-day supply of non-perishable food.
Select foods that require no refrigeration, preparation or cooking and little or no water.
Pack a manual can opener and eating utensils.
Choose foods your family will eat:
Ready-to-eat canned meats, fruits and vegetables
Protein or fruit bars
Dry cereal or granola
Peanut butter
Dried fruit
Nuts
Crackers
Canned juices
Non-perishable pasteurized milk
High energy foods
Vitamins
Food for infants
Comfort/stress foods
Recommended Supplies
Water, amounts for portable kits will vary. Individuals should determine what amount they are able to both store comfortably outside the home and be able to transport to other locations
Food, at least a three-day supply of non-perishable food
Battery-powered radio and extra batteries
Flashlight and extra batteries
First Aid kit
Medications
Whistle to signal for help
Dust mask or cotton t-shirt to help filter the air
Moist towelettes for sanitation
Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities
Can opener for food (if kit contains canned food)
Plastic sheeting and duct tape to shelter-in-place
Infant formula and diapers, if you have an infant
Garbage bags and plastic ties for personal sanitation
