Hurricane Prep Checklist

36 items

• Supplies
• Water — 1 gallon/person/day, 3-day supply
• Non-perishable food — 3-day supply
• Flashlights
• Batteries — assorted sizes
• Battery-powered or hand-crank radio
• First aid kit
• Prescription medications — 7-day supply
• Portable phone chargers/power banks
• Cash — small bills
• House prep
• Board up or install storm shutters on windows
• Bring in outdoor furniture and decorations
• Secure or bring in trash cans
• Clear gutters and downspouts
• Trim tree branches near house
• Charge phones, laptops, and power banks fully
• Fill bathtub and containers with water for sanitation use
• Fuel up car — full tank
• Fill propane tanks for grill
• Set refrigerator/freezer to coldest setting
• Test generator
• Gas for generator
• Documents
• Copies of important documents
• Insurance policy information
• Identification for all family members
• Emergency contact list
• Waterproof bag or container for documents
• House prep
• Sandbags for doors/low points
• Supplies
• Pet food and supplies — 3-day supply
• Blankets and sleeping bags
• Whistle for signaling help
• Duct tape and plastic sheeting
• Multi-tool or basic tool kit
• Manual can opener
• Plan
• Map evacuation routes
• Identify nearest shelter
• Review family emergency communication plan