Storm Kit Checklist

June 2023

Having a Storm Kit is Essential

A family storm kit is essential in planning for a disaster. At a minimum, your storm kit should include the following items:

Water (1 gallon per person per day for 7 days)
Nonperishable food
First-aid kit
At least a 2-week supply of medication and medical supplies used regularly
Specialty items for infants, small children, the elderly and those family members with a disability
Seasonal or rain gear and sturdy shoes or boots
Clothing
Vehicle — Make sure tank is filled with gasoline.

Special Needs Items

At least a 7-day supply of nonperishable, pack- aged or canned food and beverages, snack foods, juices, baby food and any special dietary needs
Flashlight — Do not use candles and be sure to have enough batteries.
Battery-operated or hand-cranked NOAA weather radio
Cash — Banks and ATMs may not be available after a storm.
Bank account and credit card numbers
Insurance cards
Medical records
Other personal documents
Nonelectric can opener
Paper plates
Napkins
Plastic cups
Utensils
Set of car, house and office keys
Items should be kept in a waterproof container.
Important phone numbers including family, friends, county emergency management, doctors, banks, schools, veterinarian and SVEC’s outage reporting number, (800) 752-0025.