Natural disasters and Severe Weather events affect thousands of people each year. These major adverse events have the potential to cause catastrophic loss of life and physical destruction. They are often unexpected and can leave whole communities in shock. Natural disasters include all types of severe weather, which have the potential to pose a significant threat to human health and safety, property, critical infrastructure, and security. These events occur both seasonally and without warning, subjecting regions to frequent periods of insecurity, disruption, and hardship.
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Prepare for an emergency event. After an emergency, you may need to survive on your own for several days. Being prepared means having your own food, water and other supplies to last for several days. A disaster supplies kit is a collection of basic items your household may need in the event of an emergency.
Make sure your emergency kit is stocked with the items on the checklist below. Download a printable version to take with you to the store. Once you take a look at the basic items consider what unique needs your family might have, such as supplies for pets or seniors.
Ready.gov Build a Kit https://www.ready.gov/kit
Emergency Supply List https://www.ready.gov/sites/default/files/2024-05/ready_supply-kit-checklist.pdf
