Safety
Wildfire Safety
Emergency Preparedness Checklist
Health and Safety
Flashlight and batteries: 1 per person
Liquid soap and hand sanitizer
Teeth cleaning wipes
Water purification kit
2-week supply of prescription drugs
Fire extinguisher
Extra eyeglasses and sunglasses
Insect repellent
Sunscreen
Infant Necessities
Infant medicine
Diapers
Baby formula and bottles
First-aid Kit Including the Following
Bandages and tape
Antiseptic
Pain relievers
Digestive medicines (e.g., Maalox)
Anti-diarrhea medicines (e.g., Imodium)
Antacids
Medications for common illnesses
Food and Drink
Drinking water: 1 gal. per person per day
Non-potable water: for hygienic use only
Propane gas for barbecue grill
2 coolers for food and ice
Manual can opener
Two-Week Supply of the Following
Nonperishable foods
Plastic tableware and cups
Plastic wrap and plastic trash bags
Toilet paper and paper towels
Wet wipes
If You Evacuate
Pillows, blankets & sleeping bags or air mattresses (shelters do not provide)
Folding chairs or cots
Extra clothing and shoes
Large bath towels
Personal hygiene items: toothbrush, deodorant, etc.
Food, water and ice
Prescription medications in original containers
Books, toys and/or handheld games
Miscellaneous
Cleanup supplies: mop, buckets, towels, disinfectant, bleach
Camera/camcorder (record property before storm & document damage after)
Extra batteries
Tire repair kit
Work gloves
Full tank of gas
Appropriate clothes for post-storm: hat, closed-toe shoes, dry socks, rain gear
Animal care (keep proper food and water stocked)
Cash (ATM and credit card networks might be down)
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