When it comes to emergency preparedness, a basic disaster supply kit can make all the difference. So, what’s in it? You may guess a flashlight, extra batteries, and a first aid kit. Yes, that’s correct. But the list doesn’t end there.
Here are other items to include:
- Water and non-perishable food for several days
- Extra cell phone battery or charger
- A battery-powered or hand-crank radio that can receive NOAA Weather Radio tone alerts, and extra batteries
- Whistle to signal for help
- Dust mask, to help filter contaminated air, and plastic sheeting and duct tape to shelter-in-place
- Moist towelettes, garbage bags, and plastic ties for personal sanitation
- Non-sparking wrench or pliers to turn off utilities
- Can opener (if kit contains canned food)
- Local maps
For a list of additional items to consider adding, visit: GwinnettCounty.com/BePrepared
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