Monday, September 18, 2017

Are you Ready?

Are you ready?
In case an of an emergency would you have enough food? Water?  
One thing storms like Hurricane Harvey, Irma, Katrina, and Sandy have taught us is that every homeowner should have a basic "In Case of an Emergency" kit.
Don't be caught unprepared!A big plastic bin and a quick trip to your local market and you will be set up in no time. Below you will find a basic emergency preparedness shopping list and a list of yummy foods to keep on hand to help you get ready today and avoid the crowds that make a mad dash with the crazies and clear the shelves when they hear something's coming. 

Basic Emergency Preparedness Shopping List   
  • Water 1 gallon/person/day
  • Food 1,000-1,500 calories / person/day
  • Emergency Blanket  
  • Light Sticks
  • Moist Towelettes
  • Flashlights
  • Radio
  • Batteries-set for flashlights  
  • Batteries-set for radio
  • Hand crank battery
  • First Aid Kit
  • Duct Tape
  • Whistle  
  • Medications
  • Multi-Purpose Tool
  • Sanitary items
  • Money Cash
  • Pet Supplies
  • Baby supplies
  • Hand held can opener
  • Peanut butter
  • Crackers
  • Nuts and trail mixes
  • Cereal
  • Granola bars and power bars
  • Dried fruits, such as apricots and raisins
  • Canned tuna, salmon, chicken, or turkey
  • Canned vegetables, such as green beans, carrots, and peas
  • Canned soups and chili
  • Hard Candies
  • Sports drinks, such as Gatorade or Powerade
  • Powdered milk
  • Sugar, honey, salt, and pepper
  • Multivitamins 

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