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Family PlanSTEP 1: Put Together An Emergency Kit
Be sure to include these items:
- Flashlight
- Extra batteries
- Bottled water (At least three gallons of water per person)
- Battery-powered radio
- Battery-powered lantern
- First aid kit and essential medications-prescription medications and list of medications for each person
- Form of Identification
- Louisiana Emergency Preparedness Guide (click here to download)
- Canned food and non-electric can opener
- Special items for infants, elderly or disabled family members
- Ready to eat canned meats, fruits and vegetables
- High energy foods – peanut butter, jelly, crackers, etc
- Vitamins
- Utility knife, shut off wrench, and pliers
- Tape
- Compass
- Paper and pencils
- Extra pair of glasses and sunglasses
- Plastic sheeting
- Soap
- Personal items
- Plastic garbage bag and ties
- Pet food
- Protective clothing, rainwear
- Clothing and bedding: a change of clothes, footwear and a sleeping bag or bedroll and pillow for each household member
- Car keys and keys to the place you may be going (friend’s or relative’s home)
- Written instructions on how to turn off electricity, gas and water if authorities advise you to do so (Remember, you’ll need a professional to turn them back on.)
Important papers to take with you in a portable, waterproof container:
- Driver’s license or personal identification
- Social Security card
- Proof of residence (deed or lease)
- Insurance policies
- Birth and marriage certificates
- Stocks, bonds and other negotiable certificates
- Wills, deeds, and copies of recent tax returns
https://www.getagameplan.org/planFamily.htm
https://gohsep.la.gov/Portals/0/Documents/Publications/WebLEPC_Handbook_Layout_v75_01-30-15_915a.pdf
