Forsyth County officials recommend
having disaster supply kits for storms and other emergencies. The kits should
include items such as:
Recommended Items
Water: One gallon per person per
day, for at least 3 days (for drinking and hygiene)
Food: At least a 3-day supply of
non-perishable food
Can opener: For food, if kit
contains canned food
Radio: Battery-powered or hand
crank radio and a NOAA Weather Radio with tone alert and extra batteries for
both
Emergency charger for mobile
devices
Flashlight and extra batteries
First aid kit
Whistle: To signal for help
Face mask: To help filter
contaminated air
Plastic sheeting and duct tape to
shelter in place
Disinfectant wipes
Hand sanitizer
Moist towelettes, garbage bags and
plastic ties for personal hygiene
Wrench or pliers: To turn off
utilities
Local maps
Additional Items
Prescription medications and
glasses
Infant formula and diapers
Pet food, extra water, pet
supplies, toys and vaccination forms
Important family documents such as
copies of insurance policies, identification and bank account records in a
waterproof, portable container
Cash or traveler’s checks and
change
Emergency reference material such
as a first aid book
Sleeping bag or warm blanket for
each person. Consider adding bedding in cold weather.
Household chlorine bleach and
medicine dropper
Fire extinguisher
Matches in a waterproof container
Feminine supplies and personal
hygiene items
Mess kits, paper cups, plates,
plastic utensils and paper towels
Paper and pencil
Books, games, puzzles or other
activities for children
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