Basics
This is the recommended number of days you should be self-sufficient after a disaster.
3 days (72 hours)
This type of storm often brings storm surge and flooding to coastal areas.
A hurricane.
This type of bag is packed ahead of time for quick evacuation.
A go-bag or disaster kit
This should be checked regularly to prevent fire hazards in the home.
Smoke detector batteries
This is why knowing your neighbors is important in a disaster.
They can help each other / first responders may be delayed.
This item should include bandages, antiseptic, and medications.
First Aid Kit
This alert means a tornado has been spotted or indicated by radar.
A tornado Warning
You should identify at least one of these outside your home to meet family.
A meeting place that is safe.
This is important to prevent falls when the power goes out.
Proper lighting (flashlights, not candles)
This is the best first step if your neighbor seems overwhelmed after a disaster.
Checking on them / offering support
You should store one gallon of this per person per day.
Water
This app or system sends emergency alerts directly to your phone.
Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA)?
This should always be kept at least half full during hurricane season.
Gas Tank
This group of people may need extra help during disasters due to mobility or medical needs.
Older Adults and people with disabilities.
This organization often helps with shelters and disaster recovery.
American Red Cross
This device alerts you to fire or smoke in your home.
Smoke Detector
This scale measures the strength of hurricanes from 1 to 5.
Saffir-Simpson Scale
This important document should be kept in a waterproof container.
Important documents (IDs, insurance, etc.)
During a power outage, this appliance should NOT be used indoors due to carbon monoxide.
A generator.
This is something you should do BEFORE a disaster to know your risk.
Make a plan or know your evacuation zone.
This type of radio works without electricity and can receive emergency alerts.
A battery-powered or hand-crank radio?
This is the safest place to be during a tornado if you are in a home.
An interior room on the lowest floor (no windows)
This term refers to the area you live in that determines if you must evacuate.
An evacuation zone.
This life-saving skill uses chest compressions to help someone whose heart has stopped.
CPR (hands-only CPR)
This is something you should NEVER ignore during a disaster alert.
An official evacuation order or warning