PRINT THIS AND TAPE UP SO IT'LL BE READY IF NECESSARY

Before you find out there's a hurricane coming, be prepared: 

cut 5/8" thick marine plywood for windows and have Plylox™ clips ready
practice regular tree trimming to remove dead or damaged branches

Important Papers (need to be ready to go at all times and in a waterproof bag)
social security cards
birth and marriage certificates
deeds
homeowners and insurance policies
address book
wills

shot records 

Copies Of

credit cards
bank and investment info
diplomas
professional credentials

Things to Do
refill prescriptions
back up computer

fill car with gas (along with extra 5 gallon container)
unplug tvs and small appliances
brace doors leading outside and close all interior doors

put refrigerator on colder setting

Other Items to Bring
medications/first aid kit

extra glasses, contacts, hearing aids
state map
water (2 gallons for each person)
non-perishable food
can opener
toilet paper roll
something to use as a portable potty
small throw (to hang in the window for protection from the sun)
sentimental items (family heirlooms, special jewelry, baby books, family photos)
battery operated radio with extra batteries
sleeping bags or blankets
flashlight with extra batteries
special items for infants, elderly, or disabled
ponchos
solar blanket
computer back up
children's activities (handheld games, cd players, coloring and reading books, extra batteries)
extra clothes
sunscreen
permanent marker
pets and their food, bowls, leash, medications, and records


After you've left the area safely, put your children's name and a relative's phone number on the inside of their shoes.

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