Are you ready? We're in the midst of hurricane season, and there are already storms forming that could impact us. We can’t totally remove these weather related treats, but we can be better prepared. A good place to start is by preparing an emergency kit.
1 gallon per person per day for 3 to 7 days
Non-perishable food supply for 3 to 7 days
Battery-powered radio & extra batteries
Cell phone with charger
First aid kit & first aid book
Flashlight & extra batteries
Important medicines
Anti-bacterial hand wipes or gel
Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities
Blanket or sleeping bag per person
Glasses
Seasonal change of clothing & sturdy shoes
Toiletries – toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, feminine supplies
Extra house and car keys
Important documents – insurance policies, identification, bank account records
Fire extinguisher - ABC-type
Cash and change
Books, games or cards
Sign-up for CodeRED! This is an emergency telephone calling system for mass emergency notifications. In cases of an emergency, like a hurricane, we may send out important information through CodeRED. Register today! Go to our website, edgecombecountync.gov and click on the tab for CodeRED. Also follow at facebook.com/edgecombecountync for regular updates.
For more information on how to be prepared, visit readync.org