This is what I have created for myself and to share
print this list out and put it in a zip lock put in the leather bag with the hurricane info. or Perhaps start a different bag…..
HURRICANE PREPAREDNESS
HEARING ALL THE ‘NIGHTMARES’ OF THE HURRICANE HITTING LOUISIANA, THIS IS WHAT WE NEED FOR OURSELVES IN THE FUTURE
This site lists hotels that allow pets
http://www.travelpets.com/content/hotels/countries.asp?Area=Cities&id_country=US&id_region=FL
HAVE ON HAND:
FRUIT AND VEGETABLE WASH/REFRSHER DROPS TO SANITIZE WATER TO KEEP FROM DYING FROM DEHYDRATION BECAUSE YOU CAN’T DRINK THE WATER…ALSO BLEACH ¼ TSP PER GAL
FIBER BARS….IF YOU NEED TO GO TO A SHELTER YOU HAVE TO HAVE FOOD
AN UNSOLVED ISSUE; HOW TO BE ‘REFRESHED’, COOLED IN A HOT ATMOSPHERE WHEN THE ELEC. IS OFF AND NO A/C
IF CELL PHONES DON’T WORK, USUALLY THE TEXT MSGS GO THROUGH…HAVE A BATTERY CHARGER FOR THE CELL PHONE
IF WE USE OUR PHILIPS TOOTHBRUSH, WILL NEED A BATTERY CHARGER FOR THAT TOO….
MAKE SURE YOU HAVE LOTS OF MONEY….SOMETIMES YOU HAVE TO GO ANOTHER STATE TO LIVE, GET GAS, ETC + HAVE GAS IN THE CAR
TAKE EVERYTHING YOU DON’T SOMEONE ELSE TO HAVE….LOOTING….JEWELRY, ELECTRONICS, ETC.
HAVE SOMETHING TO SLEEP ON, YOU MAY END UP SLEEPING ON CONCRETE
A CATEGORY 4, 5 – FISH WASHED IN 3 BLOCKS; IF WATER COVERS MUCH OF THE AREA, THERE ARE SNAKES, MAYBE SHARKS, ETC. MAKE SURE YOU HAVE MOSQUITO REPELLANT; ALSO A SMALL RADIO WITH FRESH BATTERIES, POSSIBLY ONLY COMMUNICATION. THE WATER WALL WENT BACK ALMOST 3 BLOCKS. THERE ARE NO SURVIVORS WITHIN THAT DISTANCE.
HURRICANES OCCUR IN HOT WEATHER. PEOPLE DIED OF DEHYDRATION
FOOD AND WATER NOT AVAILABLE FOR NEARLY 2 DAYS…MAKE SURE YOU HAVE FOOD AND WATER…..FOR CATS TOO (WILL HAVE TO HAVE CANNED PROBABLY)
HAVE A WALKING STICK TO HELP WALK THRU UNSETTLED AREAS; ALSO TO WAVE FABRIC ON FOR HELP
Laptops with router and Bright House Box
Cd’s/backups/SanDisk thumb
Portable toilet/chemicals
Bibles/devotionals
LEATHER BAG WITH FILES, STOCK INFO
Camera
Batteries (small radio)
Baby Wipes!!!
DEODORANT
PILLOW & SHEETS/BLANKETS TO WRAP/TOWELS
SOAP/SHAMPOO
SHAVER
EXTRA PAIR OF SHOES (in case one is wet, no foot fungus wanted)
Half gallons of water
VITADOPHILUS
CITRIC C
FIBER BARS, VITASHAKE (CAN MIX WITH WATER, FEEDS AT CELLULAR LEVEL) OR NUPUFFS
ELECTROSPORT (ELECTROLYTES WHEN LOW ON FOOD AND WATER IN A DISASTER)
Tuna/salmon (with can opener) …
CRACKERS
Apples
Oranges
Carrot/celery/radishes, BROCCOLI
CANS OF BEANS (BLACK, GARBANZO, KIDNEY)
MAYBE DINTY MOORE BEEF STEW
MAYBE Wolfgang/PROGRESSO SOUP (RO has boxed milk)
ALMOND BUTTER (TAKE KNIFE) ALMOND BUTTER IS GOOD BY ITSELF; ON CRACKERS, BREAD, ON FIBER BARS, ON CELERY; OR DIP BROCCOLI INTO IT
MY FUDGE BALLS
SUNRIDER FOODS:
VITAFRUIT (COULD TAKE THE PLACE OF ANY FRESH FRUIT)
FIBER BARS
VITASHAKE…COULD MIX WITH CANNED MILK (RO has boxed milk) OR dry milk powder
FRUIT JUICE
From Susan…..For anyone that may need it, here is a week's worth of
food that requires NO additional water for cooking. I hope you will
never need it, but it did work well for me when I was surviving
after several hurricanes.
WATERLESS WEEK OF FOOD
I developed this for a family of 4. You may need to adjust for your
family.
Suppers
Large can Spaghetti-o's
Green Beans
fruit, fiber bar, whole grain crackers
Canned stew…use caned potatoes, carrots, green-beans, Etc. ( save
water from vegi's for tomorrow )
fruit, fiber bar, whole grain crackers
Soup (Any large can of soup will work, but think along the lines of
vegetable or vegetarian …this way you can use the saved water from
yesterday)
fresh fruit, fiber bar, whole grain crackers
Grilled cheese sandwiches ( use butter flavor pam )
Carrot's or Celery ( this will give additional water to the person )
Broccoli, peppers
Apples, fruit, fiber bar, whole grain crackers
Can Chili
fresh fruit, fiber bar, whole grain crackers
Cheese Raviolis
broccoli, carrots
Fruit, fiber bar, whole grain crackers
"Baked" potatoes (this can be done camp-stove top or in a fire. Just
wrap in foil)
Breakfasts
Any can or carton milk will work...just insure it does not need to
say cold after opening
Instant oatmeal or grits – use can milk
Pancakes – any that call for water -use can milk
Granola bars
"Complete" Breakfast Bars
whole grain cereals (can eat out of the box if necessary
chocolate chips, dates, figs, pumpkin, sunflower seeds, raisins, dried apricots, walnuts, almonds
Lunch Ideas
Peanut butter/ALMOND BUTTER
Tuna ( Use single serve as they are complete with crackers and
such )
Snack Idea's
Fresh fruit
Granola bars
whole grain cereals (can eat out of the box if necessary
chocolate chips, dates, figs, pumpkin, sunflower seeds, raisins, dried apricots, walnuts, almonds
Single serve V-8 juice
Single serve Fruit juices
From Suzanne….
I'd use package tuna, not canned. Several flavors to choose from, better taste and no can opener.
I use dry milk all the time now. Less fat than canned and you can easily carry so much more. Use for cereals, creamed soup.
Instant rice and a can of any kind of beans with some spices make a very filling meal. No refrig needed.
Don't forget pet ID and vaccination records, photo of pets to take with you for ID(one of you AND the pet to verify they are YOURS). Also, leashes, collars, halters, etc for control. Cat litter and bags to dispose of waste.
When I went to a meeting of support for elderly group they suggested having an emergency pack made up containing-
candle, lighter, wipes, tissue, pen, paper, flashlight w/extra batteries, toothbrush and tooth paste, aspirin, your meds, list of your dr and your meds for emergency, your next of kin. Keep in a container always ready to go so you could just grab and go.
Monday, September 8, 2008
Hurricane Threats: Time to Batten Down the Hatches
CDC offers tips to ride out dangerous storms -- before and after they hit
(HealthDay News) -- With Tropical Storm Hanna having bruised much of the U.S. East Coast, and the far more dangerous Hurricane Ike hot on her heels, federal officials are offering checklists of advice for people living in the paths of violent Atlantic storms.
Before-the-storm tips, courtesy of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, include:
• If evacuating, pack an emergency supply kit with food, bottled water, prescription medicines, and important documents.
• If you plan to drive, fill your gas tank as soon as possible.
• Turn off gas, electricity, and water, and disconnect appliances before leaving.
• Take steps to ensure your pets' safety during the storm.
• Follow designated evacuation routes for your area, and expect heavy traffic.
If you plan to stay home during the storm:
• Pack an emergency supply kit with necessities such as food, bottled water, and prescription medicines to last from three to five days.
• Determine the best escape routes from your home, and make sure that everyone in your house is able to follow the escape plan.
• Look for escape routes from upper levels of the house, in case of flooding.
• Don't go outside, even if the weather seems calm. Wait for local authorities to tell you it is safe to go outside.
• If your home is flooded or damaged, move to a neighbor's or a local shelter.
After the storm:
• Don't drive through flooded roads, since cars can be swept away or lose power.
• Never touch a downed power line or anything in contact with one.
• Turn off electrical power when there are hazards around your home such as standing water, fallen power lines, or gas leaks.
• Listen to announcements in the local media (radio, television or newspaper) to find out if it's safe to use tap water, and follow instructions regarding water.
• If you aren't sure if water is safe to use, boil water before you use it for anything, including brushing teeth, cooking, drinking, or bathing.
• Throw away any food that may have been touched by floodwater.
• Use battery-powered lanterns and flashlights, instead of candles, to prevent fires.
• Stoves, generators, lanterns, and gas ranges release dangerous carbon monoxide gas and should always be used outdoors, far away from windows, doors and vents.
More information
To learn more, visit the CDC.
-- HealthDay staff
SOURCE: Sept. 5, 2008, news release, U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Atlanta
