The American Red Cross has put together a list of recommended supplies to have in stock for the case of a power outage. These include:
- Water (each person in the household needs one gallon per day)
- Non-perishable, easy-to-prepare foods
- Flashlights (avoid candles – they could start a fire)
- Battery-powered or hand-crank radio
- Extra batteries
- First aid kit
- A week’s supply of medications and required medical items
- Multi-purpose tool
- Sanitation and personal hygiene items
- Copies of personal documents, such as a list of medications and medical information, deed/lease to home, birth certificates, passports, insurance policies
- Cellphone with chargers
- Family and emergency contact information
- Extra cash
If you are evacuated as a result of a power outage, you should prepare at least three-days worth of supplies. Having a backup power source for your home is also a good idea. Additionally, keeping extra gas in your car is also wise, as well as stocking your home with non-perishable food items.
Also, read Bel Marra Health’s article: Tips to protect your child from allergies and the sun this summer.
Sources:
http://www.redcross.org/images/MEDIA_CustomProductCatalog/m4340180_PowerOutage.pdf