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Disaster Supply Kit
Recommended Supplies List
Medical:
· Sterile adhesive bandages
· Scissors
· Tweezers
· Needle
· Moist towelettes
· Antiseptic
· Thermometer
· Petroleum Jelly
· Cleanser/Soap
· Aspirin/Pain Reliever
· Antacid
· Gloves
· Alcohol Swabs
· Bottled Alcohol (for equipment NOT patient)
· Sterile Water (NOT for drinking)
· Medical Tape
Tools and Supplies:
· Paper cups, plates & plastic utensils
· Battery operated radio and extra batteries
· Flashlight and extra batteries
· Non-electric can-opener and utility knife
· Pliers
· Tape
· Signal flare
· Needles & thread
· Wrench
· Map of the area
· Aluminum foil
Sanitation:
· Soap
· Personal Hygiene Items
· Plastic bags with ties
· Plastic bucket with tight lid
· Disinfectant
· Household chlorine bleach
Food and Water:
· Store water in plastic containers. Store one gallon per person per day for three weeks.
· Store at least a three-day supply of non-perishable food that requires no preparation and little water.
· Replace stored water every three months and stored food every six.
Other:
· At least one complete change of clothes
· Sunglasses
· Sturdy shoes/work boots
· Rain gear
Please remember that some people may require special items such as: Infant formula, diapers, bottles, powdered milk, prescription medications, insulin, denture needs, extra eyeglasses/contacts lenses and supplies.
Also, keep with you any important family documentation such as: Birth certificates, marriage licenses, wills, bank account numbers, deeds, credit card numbers and companies, insurance policies, and passports. Keep these items in a watertight container!
Updated information from the Prince George’s County Government can be obtained on the agencies website at www.goprincegeorges.com .
For additional information contact Mark Brady, Chief Spokesperson, at 240-508-7930.
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