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Hurricane Survival Checklist


Tune in to WFLA's Storm Team 8 Coverage,
and be sure to have the following items on hand:
  • Drinking water for 5-10 days - one gallon/person/day
  • Canned food for 1-2 weeks
  • Extra batteries and (waterproofed) matches
  • Flashlights or electric lamps
  • Camp Stove with extra fuel
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First Aid Kit
  • Portable Radio or TV (for NOAA weather info)
  • Pet Food (for 1-3 weeks)
  • Extra car & house keys, prescription glasses or contacts.
  • Car Tire Sealant
  • Canvas Tarpolin and other waterproof covering for furniture
  • Blankets and/or sleeping bags
  • Change of clothes, raingear, sturdy shoes, gloves.
  • Medicine - especially if you are taking prescription medication
  • Rope
  • Plastic Bags
  • Baby Supplies for 1-3 weeks
  • Eating utensils (paper plates, plastic forks, etc)
  • Manual Can Opener
  • Children's amusement kit - games, toys, special stuffed animals
  • CASH on hand for supplies