{"id":175019,"date":"2019-05-09T20:09:41","date_gmt":"2019-05-09T20:09:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wacoca.com\/life\/175019\/"},"modified":"2019-05-09T20:09:41","modified_gmt":"2019-05-09T20:09:41","slug":"hurricane-supply-kit-how-to-prepare-an-emergency-kit-10news-wtsp","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wacoca.com\/life\/175019\/","title":{"rendered":"HURRICANE SUPPLY KIT: How to prepare an emergency kit | 10News WTSP"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\"  width=\"580\" height=\"385\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/mmpGOny6Dg4\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><br \/>\n<br \/>\nHere&#8217;s how to make a hurricane emergency kit. 10News Chief Meteorologist Bobby Deskins explains what critical supplies you need in your emergency disaster kit for hurricane season. <\/p>\n<p>You&#8217;ll want to have enough non-perishable food, medicines and water to last each person in your family for at least one week. Don&#8217;t forget cash \u2013 ATMs won&#8217;t work if the power goes out \u2013 and batteries for cell phones, radios and other devices.<\/p>\n<p>Here are several items you\u2019ll need:<br \/>\n\u2022 Water &#8211; at least 1 gallon daily per person for 3-7 days; also fill the bathtub and other containers; sports drinks are good to fend off dehydration<br \/>\n\u2022 Food &#8211; at least enough for 3-7 days; non-perishable packaged or canned food; juices; foods for infants or elderly family members; snack foods; food for special diets<br \/>\n\u2022 Non-electric can opener<br \/>\n\u2022 Cooking tools, fuel<br \/>\n\u2022 Paper plates and cups, plastic utensils<br \/>\n\u2022 Bedding: blankets, pillows, etc.<br \/>\n\u2022 Clothing<br \/>\n\u2022 Rain gear<br \/>\n\u2022 Sturdy shoes<br \/>\n\u2022 First aid kit, medicines, prescription drugs<br \/>\n\u2022 Toiletries, hygiene items, moisture wipes, dry shampoo<br \/>\n\u2022 Flashlight, batteries, lanterns<br \/>\n\u2022 Radio: Battery operated and NOAA weather radio<br \/>\n\u2022 Telephones: Fully charged cell phone with extra battery; chargers; traditional (not cordless) telephone set<br \/>\n\u2022 Cash (with some small bills) and credit cards: Banks and ATMs may not be available for extended periods<br \/>\n\u2022 Important documents: Place in a waterproof container or watertight resealable plastic bag: Should include insurance, medical records, bank account numbers, Social Security card, prescriptions, etc.<br \/>\n\u2022 Tools: Keep a set with you during the storm<br \/>\n\u2022 Gas: Fill up your vehicles several days before landfall is expected; Gas stations could lose power during a storm and supply trucks may not be able to reach the area<br \/>\n\u2022 Pet care items: Proper identification, immunization records, medications, ample supply of food and water; a carrier or cage; muzzle and\/ or leash<br \/>\n\u2022 Bleach without lemon or any other additives<br \/>\n\u2022 Fire extinguisher<br \/>\n\u2022 Mosquito repellent<br \/>\n\u2022 Keys<br \/>\n\u2022 Toys, books and games for children<br \/>\n\u2022 Duct tape<br \/>\n\u2022 Cell phone charging stations &#8212; locations where you can charge mobile devices<\/p>\n<p>\u25baSubscribe: https:\/\/on.wtsp.com\/youtube<br \/>\n\u25baWebsite: https:\/\/www.wtsp.com\/<br \/>\n\u25baFacebook: https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/10NewsWTSP\/<br \/>\n\u25baTwitter: https:\/\/twitter.com\/10NewsWTSP<\/p>\n<p>10News WTSP is the local CBS affiliate for Tampa Bay, Florida. We deliver the best in breaking news, live video coverage, and original journalism covering topics that matters most to Floridians. 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