Definition of Typhoon supplies kit
Typhoon supplies kit: You and your family can cope
best by preparing for disaster before it strikes. One way to prepare
is by assembling a Disaster Supplies Kit. Once disaster hits, you
won't have time to shop or search for
supplies. But if you've gathered supplies in advance, your
family can endure an evacuation (or home confinement).
Gather the supplies that are listed. You and your family may need
them. Place the supplies you'd most likely need for an evacuation in
an easy-to-carry container. These supplies are listed with an
asterisk (*).
WATER
Store water in plastic containers such as soft drink bottles.
Avoid using containers that will decompose or break, such as milk
cartons or glass bottles. A normally active person needs to drink at
least two quarts of water each day. Hot environments and intense
physical
activity can
double that amount. Children, nursing mothers and ill people
will need
more.
Store one gallon of water per person per day (two quarts for
drinking,
two quarts for food preparation/sanitation) *
Keep at least a three-day supply of water for each person in
your
household.
FOOD
Store at least a three-day supply of non-perishable food.
Select foods
that require no refrigeration, preparation or cooking and
little or no
water. If you must heat food, pack a can of sterno. Select food
items that
are compact and lightweight. *Include a selection of the
following foods
in your Disaster Supplies Kit:
Ready-to-eat canned meats, fruits and vegetables
Canned juices, milk, soup (if powdered, store extra water)
Staples: sugar, salt, pepper
High energy foods: peanut butter, jelly, crackers, granola
bars,
trail mix
Vitamins
Foods for infants, elderly persons or persons on special
diets
Comfort/stress foods: cookies, hard candy, sweetened
cereals,
lollipops, instant coffee, tea bags
FIRST AID KIT
Assemble a first aid kit for your home and one for each car. A
first aid
kit* should include:
Sterile adhesive bandages in assorted sizes
2-inch sterile gauze pads (4-6)
4-inch sterile gauze pads (4-6)
Hypoallergenic adhesive tape
Triangular bandages (3)
2-inch sterile roller bandages (3 rolls)
3-inch sterile roller bandages (3 rolls)
Scissors
Tweezers
Needle
Moistened towelettes
Antiseptic
Thermometer
Tongue blades (2)
Tube of petroleum jelly or other lubricant
Assorted sizes of safety pins
Cleansing agent/soap
Latex gloves (2 pair)
Sunscreen
NON-PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
Aspirin or nonaspirin pain reliever
Anti-diarrhea medication
Antacid (for stomach upset)
Syrup of Ipecac (use to induce vomiting if advised by the
Poison
Control Center)
Laxative
Activated charcoal (use if advised by the Poison Control
Center)
Contact your local American Red Cross chapter to obtain a
basic first
aid manual.
TOOLS & SUPPLIES
There are six basics you should stock in your home: water,
food, first
aid supplies, clothing and bedding, tools and emergency
supplies and
special items. Keep the items that you would most likely need
during an
evacuation in an easy-to-carry container, suggested items are
marked with
an asterisk(*). Possible containers include a large, covered
trash
container; a camping backpack; or a duffle bag.
Mess kits, or paper cups, plates and plastic utensils*
Emergency preparedness manual*
Battery-operated radio and extra batteries*
Flashlight and extra batteries*
Cash or traveler's checks, change*
Nonelectric can opener, utility knife*
Fire extinguisher: small canister, ABC type
Tube tent
Pliers
Tape
Compass
Matches in a waterproof container
Aluminum foil
Plastic storage containers
Signal flare
Paper, pencil
Needles, thread
Medicine dropper
Shut-off wrench, to turn off household gas and water
Whistle
Plastic sheeting
Map of the area (for locating shelters)
SANITATION
Toilet paper, towelettes*
Soap, liquid detergent*
Feminine supplies*
Personal hygiene items*
Plastic garbage bags, ties (for personal sanitation uses)
Plastic bucket with tight lid
Disinfectant
Household chlorine bleach
CLOTHING & BEDDING
* Include at least one complete change of clothing and
footwear per
person.
Sturdy shoes or work boots*
Hat and gloves
Rain gear*
Thermal underwear
Blankets or sleeping bags*
Sunglasses
SPECIAL ITEMS
Remember family members with special needs, such as infants
and elderly
or disabled persons.
For Baby*:
Formula
Diapers
Bottles
Powdered milk
Medications
For Adults*:
Heart and high blood pressure medication
Insulin
Prescription drugs
Denture needs
Contact lenses and supplies
Extra eye glasses
Entertainment: games and books.
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