You should stock your home with supplies that may be needed during the emergency period. At a minimum, these supplies should include:

Hurricane Supply List

    * Several clean containers for water, large enough for a 3-5 day supply of water (about five gallons for each person).
    * A 3-5 day supply of non-perishable food.
    * A first aid kit and manual.
    * A battery-powered radio, flashlights, and extra batteries.
    * Sleeping bags or extra blankets.
    * Water-purifying supplies, such as chlorine or iodine tablets or unscented, ordinary household chlorine bleach.
    * Prescription medicines and special medical needs.
    * Baby food and/or prepared formula, diapers, and other baby supplies.
    * Disposable cleaning cloths, such as "baby wipes" for the whole family to use in case bathing facilities are not available.
    * Personal hygiene supplies, such as soap, toothpaste, sanitary napkins, etc.
    * An emergency kit for your car with food, flares, booster cables, maps, tools, a first aid kit, fire extinguisher, sleeping bags, etc.

You can find more information on emergency plans and supply kits at Moreprepared.com.

Once again, please plan ahead for the upcoming hurricane season.

Best regards as always,

Mina