Hurricane Kit Checklist

A hurricane kit helps your household get through several days without power, clean water, or easy access to stores. Prepare before storm watches and warnings are issued.

Basic Supplies

  • Water for people and pets
  • Non-perishable food
  • Manual can opener
  • Flashlights
  • Extra batteries
  • Battery-powered or hand-crank radio
  • Phone chargers and power banks
  • First aid kit
  • Prescription medications
  • Copies of important documents
  • Cash
  • Trash bags, wipes, paper towels, and sanitation supplies

Helpful Extras

  • Cooler and ice packs
  • Work gloves
  • Plastic sheeting or tarps
  • Duct tape
  • Bug spray
  • Sunscreen
  • Battery lanterns

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