Storm preparedness checklist Complete your storm preparedness checklist to make sure your family is safe and prepared to ride out the storm. Emergency communication Make a family emergency plan – download a template Distribute emergency plan to family members and keep a copy in a safe place Consider a landline with a corded phone Important documents Photo IDs (driver’s license, passports, social security cards) Personal records (birth, marriage, wills) Medical records (prescriptions, insurance cards, healthcare providers) Financial information (bank, debit and credit cards) Property information (leases, mortgages, deeds, insurance, auto records) Family photos and keepsakes Important contact information (family, friends, work, schools, doctors) Utility bills or mail (to show proof of residence) Backup above documents to the cloud or flash drive for safe keeping Add above documents to a waterproof documents bag Before a storm Fill your gas tank Check your spare tire Get cash Charge your phone Plan for different routes to evacuate Gather important documents in a waterproof bag Have an extra set of keys Move valuables to the highest level of your home Protect windows with ply-wood Secure home entry with sand bags Bring outdoor furniture indoors Turn off utilities if you leave Emergency essentials list Medical and health needs Backup medication (at a 7-day supply) Glasses, contact lenses and eye care items First aid kit Communication Extra cell phone battery or portable charger – Stay connected with a Goal Zero Flip Recharger Battery powered or hand-cranked AM/FM radio or NOAA Weather radio Whistle Tools Flashlights for each family member – Buy a Goal Zero Spot Flashlight Batteries Shovel Portable powered lantern – Buy a Goal Zero Lighthouse Mini Lantern Multi-purpose tool Waterproof matches or lighter Waterproof container Duct tape Tarp Rope Personal care Hand Sanitizer Disinfectant wipes Toilet paper Paper towels Garbage bags Dental hygiene items Change of clothes Sturdy shoes Emergency blanket for each family member Soap Personal hygiene items Baby items Formula Bottles Powdered milk Diapers Baby wipes Pet supplies Pet food and water (7-day supply) Food and water bowls Crate or carrier leash Pet meds Cat litter and box Pet bed toys ID Food and water 4-day non-perishable food supply (dried fruit, nuts, jerky, granola bars, peanut butter) Hand-operated can opener Plastic utensils, cups and plates 1 gallon drinking water per person per day Property protection Smoke detectors with extra batteries Carbon minoxide detector Fire extinguisher Ply-wood for windows Sand bags Cleaning supplies Soap Paper towels Large plastic garbage bags Bleach Dust protection mask Rubber gloves Detergent Dry/wet vacuum Entertainment Board games Playing cards Books Evacuation kit Plan for a place to stay Pet supplies Notify family and friends Road map Sleeping bag Rain gear Familiarize yourself with evacuation routes Book, games and toys Towels Blankets and pillows Food and drinks Car charger Flashlights Extra batteries Waterproof matches or lighter Whistle Emergency “go” bag Backup medication (at a 7-day supply) Glasses, contact lenses and eye care items Documents bag Clothes Food and water First aid kit Cash Phone and charger Momentos Pet supplies
