

A Service of the members of the Port Washington-Manhasset Office of Emergency Management
How to assemble a Disaster Supply Kit
Keep a kit ready to go within hours and store in a convenient place
Items to include:
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First Aid kit and essential medications
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Blankets or sleeping bags
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Infant necessities (baby food, diapers, and toys)
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Water: At least 3 gallons per person. Note: Use your emergency supply or boil water before using until there is official word that the water is safe
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Important papers (valid ID), insurance, titles, birth certificates
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Clothing: Protective clothing, rainwear, extra clothing
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Battery powered radio, flashlight, and extra batteries
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Canned food and can opener
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Checkbook, cash, credit cards, ATM cards
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Eyeglasses
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Toiletries
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Fire extinguisher
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Special items for elderly or disabled family members
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Written instructions for how to turn off gas, water and electric, if authorities advise you to do so. (Remember, you’ll need a professional to turn them back on!)
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Cards, games, and books