In the event of a weather emergency, such as a flood or a major storm,
being prepared can keep you and your loved ones safe
and ease some of the immediate challenges you might face.
You can start by preparing an emergency supply kit.
In your kit, include plenty of unused batteries;
Important documents such as insurance paperwork; extra cash; a properly stocked first-aid kit; a flashlight;
one gallon of drinking water per person, per day, for at least three days;
healthy canned and long-lasting foods such as beans, canned tuna,
oranges, and dry fruit, with a manual can opener;
an all hazard weather radio;
and any additional or special items that may be needed by infants, people with medical conditions, or pets.
If you lose power eat your perishable food from the refrigerator first, while it's still cold,
then eat your emergency foods.
For additional tips, please download our Emergency Preparedness Guide at www.FloridaHealth.gov.