Emergency supplies
Discard any food that has an off color or odor, or food that has warmed to room temperature for an unknown length of time.Generally, if in question about the food safety, discard it. Assemble a First Aid Kit for your home and one for each car. Each kit should include: Sterile adhesive bandages in assorted sizes 4 to 6 two-inch sterile gauze pads 4 to 6 four-inch sterile gauze pads Hypoallergenic adhesive tape Triangular bandages (3) 2-inch sterile roller bandages, 3 rolls 3-inch sterile roller bandages, 3 rolls Scissors Tweezers Needle Moistened towelettes Antiseptic Thermometer Tongue blades (2) Tube of petroleum jelly or other lubricant Assorted sizes of safety pins Cleansing agent/soap Latex gloves, 2 pairs Sunscreen
The time to prepare a disaster supplies kit is now. During an emergency, supplies are in high demand and stores run out of inventory quickly. Once disaster hits, there isn't time to search for supplies.The American Red Cross recommends six basics to stock at home: water, food, first-aid supplies, clothing, bedding, tools and emergency supplies, and special items. A good rule of thumb is to have enough supplies to cover your household for at least three days. Keep items you would most likely need during an evacuation in an easy-to-carry container. For more information, contact your county civil defense agency or local chapter of the American Red Cross. Below are guidelines to consider for basic disaster supplies.
Evacuate & Travel - Hurricanes, flooding, wildfires, or disasters with advance notice, evacuating may be your best choice. If your home is threatened, leaving could save your life. Staying in a familiar area and having emergency supplies at hand is always the best choice whenever possible. I am not a big proponent of listening to what self appointed desk jockeys have to say. They do not have your personal interest in mind, and if they are wrong about the advice they gave you, their answer is "Oh well".
Store at least a 3-day supply of nonperishable food. Select items that don't require refrigeration, preparation, or cooking, or require little or no water. * Include selections from the food list below in your Disaster Supply Kit. Ready -to -eat canned meats, fruits and vegetables. Canned juices, milk, soup. If powdered, store extra water. Staples " sugar, salt, pepper, etc. High energy foods " peanut butter, jelly, crackers, granola bars, trail mix. Vitamins Foods for infants, elderly or persons on special diets. Do not use left-over baby food if not refrigerated. Comfort foods -cookies, hard candy, sweetened cereals, instant coffee, tea, etc. Extra pet food
Remember family members with special needs, such as infants, elderly, or disabled persons. For Baby:Formula Diapers Bottles Powdered milk Medications, For Adults:Heart and high blood pressure medication Insulin Prescription drugs Denture needs Contact lenses and supplies Extra eye glasses. Entertainment " games and boks: Important Family Documents Keep these records in a waterproof, portable container. (Important documents and valuables are best kept in a bank safety deposit box.)
How long food remains frozen in the freezer depends on the amount, type, temperature, and freezer insulation. Keep freezer door closed for as long as possible to prevent loss of cold air. Large cuts of meat or poultry will stay frozen longer than baked goods or small items. In fully-loaded separate freezers, food may remain frozen for 48 to 72 hours. Food thaws quicker in a refrigerator/freezer, but should remain frozen about 12 hours or longer in a side-by-side unit or up to 24 hours in a top or bottom-mount freezer.
Spare Cash- The amount is up to you and your budget. I would have several hundred dollars. It needs to be cash. A debit card is NOT cash, a credit card is NOT cash, a check is NOT cash, I think you get the point. Businesses, banks, atm machines are easily shut down and rely way too much on the computer to stay in business. If you've ever been is a "situation" then you already know stores will stop accepting credit cards, debit cards, and banks will hold your money hostage and restrict the amount of money you can withdraw. I've been there, done that. You need cash only. Still there is no guarantee the store will be open, but if your mobile and find one, it may be the only way you can pay.
Getting started NOTE: Most shelters in Hawaii are not equipped to provide meals, beds, or emergency care. You must bring food, clothing, bedding, and special items with you. Pets are not allowed in shelters. Contact your local humane society or vet for information on how to care for pets and livestock in a disaster.
Contact your local civil defense office or American Red Cross chapter for information on preparedness. See the Emergency Information section in the white pages of telephone directories for information and instructions. Meet with family members to discuss what to do in an emergency. Plan how your family will stay in contact if separated by disaster. Pick two meeting places: a location a safe distance from your home in case of fire; a place outside your neighborhood in case you can't return home. Choose an off-island or out-of-state friend or relative as a "check-in contact" for everyone to call.
Post emergency telephone numbers by every phone. Show responsible family members how and when to shut off water, gas, and electricity at main switches. Install a smoke detector on each level of your home, especially near bedrooms. Test monthly and change batteries at least twice a year. Contact your local fire department to learn more about fire hazards. Learn first aid and CPR. Contact your local chapter of the American Red Cross for information and training. Hold neighborhood meetings to plan how the neighbors can work together after a disaster. Practice and maintain your family emergency plan regularly.
The time to prepare a disaster supplies kit is now. During an emergency, supplies are in high demand and stores run out of inventory quickly. Once disaster hits, there isn't time to search for supplies.The American Red Cross recommends six basics to stock at home: water, food, first-aid supplies, clothing, bedding, tools and emergency supplies, and special items. A good rule of thumb is to have enough supplies to cover your household for at least three days. Keep items you would most likely need during an evacuation in an easy-to-carry container. For more information, contact your county civil defense agency or local chapter of the American Red Cross. Below are guidelines to consider for basic disaster supplies.
Evacuate & Travel - Hurricanes, flooding, wildfires, or disasters with advance notice, evacuating may be your best choice. If your home is threatened, leaving could save your life. Staying in a familiar area and having emergency supplies at hand is always the best choice whenever possible. I am not a big proponent of listening to what self appointed desk jockeys have to say. They do not have your personal interest in mind, and if they are wrong about the advice they gave you, their answer is "Oh well".
Store at least a 3-day supply of nonperishable food. Select items that don't require refrigeration, preparation, or cooking, or require little or no water. * Include selections from the food list below in your Disaster Supply Kit. Ready -to -eat canned meats, fruits and vegetables. Canned juices, milk, soup. If powdered, store extra water. Staples " sugar, salt, pepper, etc. High energy foods " peanut butter, jelly, crackers, granola bars, trail mix. Vitamins Foods for infants, elderly or persons on special diets. Do not use left-over baby food if not refrigerated. Comfort foods -cookies, hard candy, sweetened cereals, instant coffee, tea, etc. Extra pet food
Remember family members with special needs, such as infants, elderly, or disabled persons. For Baby:Formula Diapers Bottles Powdered milk Medications, For Adults:Heart and high blood pressure medication Insulin Prescription drugs Denture needs Contact lenses and supplies Extra eye glasses. Entertainment " games and boks: Important Family Documents Keep these records in a waterproof, portable container. (Important documents and valuables are best kept in a bank safety deposit box.)
How long food remains frozen in the freezer depends on the amount, type, temperature, and freezer insulation. Keep freezer door closed for as long as possible to prevent loss of cold air. Large cuts of meat or poultry will stay frozen longer than baked goods or small items. In fully-loaded separate freezers, food may remain frozen for 48 to 72 hours. Food thaws quicker in a refrigerator/freezer, but should remain frozen about 12 hours or longer in a side-by-side unit or up to 24 hours in a top or bottom-mount freezer.
Spare Cash- The amount is up to you and your budget. I would have several hundred dollars. It needs to be cash. A debit card is NOT cash, a credit card is NOT cash, a check is NOT cash, I think you get the point. Businesses, banks, atm machines are easily shut down and rely way too much on the computer to stay in business. If you've ever been is a "situation" then you already know stores will stop accepting credit cards, debit cards, and banks will hold your money hostage and restrict the amount of money you can withdraw. I've been there, done that. You need cash only. Still there is no guarantee the store will be open, but if your mobile and find one, it may be the only way you can pay.
Getting started NOTE: Most shelters in Hawaii are not equipped to provide meals, beds, or emergency care. You must bring food, clothing, bedding, and special items with you. Pets are not allowed in shelters. Contact your local humane society or vet for information on how to care for pets and livestock in a disaster.
Contact your local civil defense office or American Red Cross chapter for information on preparedness. See the Emergency Information section in the white pages of telephone directories for information and instructions. Meet with family members to discuss what to do in an emergency. Plan how your family will stay in contact if separated by disaster. Pick two meeting places: a location a safe distance from your home in case of fire; a place outside your neighborhood in case you can't return home. Choose an off-island or out-of-state friend or relative as a "check-in contact" for everyone to call.
Post emergency telephone numbers by every phone. Show responsible family members how and when to shut off water, gas, and electricity at main switches. Install a smoke detector on each level of your home, especially near bedrooms. Test monthly and change batteries at least twice a year. Contact your local fire department to learn more about fire hazards. Learn first aid and CPR. Contact your local chapter of the American Red Cross for information and training. Hold neighborhood meetings to plan how the neighbors can work together after a disaster. Practice and maintain your family emergency plan regularly.
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