Severe Weather Preparedness Week: Have an Emergency Plan

Nicole Madden,

Severe Weather Preparedness week continues across the Carolinas this week. It is important to make sure that you have a plan and know what to do in case of severe weather or a natural disaster that forces you to shelter in place or evacuate. It is also important to build an emergency kit with your family.

How to Prepare: 

  • Items to include in your kit: 
    • Non-perishable food (enough for 72 hours)
    • Can opener if you have canned goods
    • Water (one gallon per person per day) 
    • Flashlights with extra batteries  
    • Medications 
    • First-aid kit
    • Back-up battery  
    • Extra Clothing
    • Rain Jacket
    • Sneakers
    • Charging Bank and Charging Cords
    • Cash in case of power outage
    • Maps (if you lose cell service)
    • Sanitary Items (toothpaste, deoderant, body wipes)
    • Pet supplies 
    • Diapers and Formula if you have a baby
    • Weather Radio
  • Copy of Important Documents
    • Birth Certicates
    • Marriage License
    • Social Security Number
    • Insurance Information
    • Vaccination Records for Pets
    • Important Phone Numbers