EVACUATION SHELTER SUPPLIES KIT

During many emergencies, the American Red Cross, assisted by community and other disaster relief groups, works with local authorities to set up public shelters in schools, municipal buildings and churches. While they often provide water, food, medicine and basic sanitary facilities, you should plan to bring your own supplies, especially water. Keep in mind that public shelters are the location of last resort. The best option is to relocate to a hotel outside the evacuation area, or to stay with family or friends, if possible.

Personal hygiene items
Bedding such as pillows, blankets air mattress
Books and games
Non-perishable snacks
Extra change of clothes
Baby supplies, such as formula, diapers, juice, portable crib or playpen, etc.
Needed medications
Driver's license or other identification
Cash, travelers checks
Personal items, such as eyeglasses, hearing aid, etc.
Battery operated radio
Important documents such as birth certificate, marriage license, social security cards, passports, immunization records, bank account records, insurance policies, etc. - anything you don't want to get ruined by possible storm damage.

Do not refuel a generator while it is running. Do not store fuel indoors.

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