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Hurricane Kit Shopping Guide

[How To Use The Shopping Guide] [Food Groups For Shopping Guide] [Week 1 - 8] [First Aid Kit] [Pet Survival Kit]

How To Use The Shopping Guide

As hurricane season approaches (June 1 – November 30), all residents are encouraged to get prepared by creating a family hurricane plan and assembling a hurricane supply kit. These preparedness steps are key to safely weathering a storm, or any other disaster.The eight-week Shopping Guide identifies the basic items required to comfortably sustain you and your family for 3-5 days following a storm that may leave you without power and potable water. Adding a few items to your regular shopping list each week is the easiest way to complete your Hurricane Kit with minimal impact to your budget.This Guide also includes information for preparing a Hurricane Kit for infants, the elderly and your pet. A “how to” guide for creating a family plan and assembling a first aid kit are also included.

Food Groups For Shopping Guide
	Bread Group Items Crackers, dry bread sticks, pretzels, melba toast, rice and popcorn cakes, breakfast cereal, dry pasta, nutritional bars, bread (keep frozen until needed)
	Meat Group Items Canned or packaged tuna, chicken/turkey, meat, soup with beans or meat, sardines, beans, chili with meat or beans, ravioli/spaghetti, ham/pork, stew, Vienna sausage, peanut butter and nuts, and commercially prepared beef or turkey jerky
	Milk Group Items Shelf stable milk (keep chilled after opening), powdered milk (will need extra water), canned and boxed pudding (on grocery shelves, not in refrigerator section), nutritional drinks (e.g., Ensure)
	Vegetable Group Items Canned vegetables, soups of all types (cup of noodles, canned), canned 3-bean salad Fruit Group Items Canned fruit, applesauce, dried fruits (raisins, dates, apricots, etc.) and 100% fruit juice (not fruit drinks or punch)
	Comfort Foods Quick energy snacks such as trail mix, granola and fruit bars, cookies, hard candy, lollipops, instant coffee, tea bags
	Items for Infants & Toddlers Make sure to include ample amounts of food, formula (water), juice, diapers and wipes. It you plan to evacuate to a Red Cross Hurricane Shelter, bring your baby kit along with a stroller, portable crib or play pen.
	Items for Elderly Your kit should include water and food items that address special dietary needs such as nutritional supplement drinks and low-sodium food. Be sure to include enough medical supplies and prescription drugs to last two weeks.
	Note: Before purchasing instant food be sure you have enough water for reconstitution and a cooking source. Camp stoves and a chafing dish/fondue pot with sterno can be used. You can also purchase ready-to-light charcoal for your outdoor grill. Never use any of these cooking sources inside your house or garage. Always cook outside.

Week One

Grocery Store:
	one gallon of water per person
	one large jar of peanut butter
	one meat group item
	one can ready-to-eat soup
	one box matches in waterproof container
	one vegetable group item
	one package paper plates

Other Supplies:
	one flashlight with batteries
	tarpaulin for temporary roof repairs
	utility knife

Week Two

Grocery Store:
	one vegetable group item
	one fruit group item
	one comfort food item
	one bottle unscented bleach
	one medicine dropper
	one package of paper cups
	one meat group item

Other Supplies:
	self-starting charcoal, sterno or propane for grill
	or camp stove
	pliersq plastic safety glasses/goggles

Week Three

Grocery Store:
	one gallon of water per person
	one jar of jelly or jam
	one meat group item
	one can ready-to-eat soup
	one fruit group item
	one hand-operated can opener
	one package paper napkins

Other Supplies:
	one portable am/fm radio – battery-operated or hand crank
	hatchet or axe
	roll of duct tape

Week Four

Grocery Store:
	one bread group item
	one roll of paper towels
	one vegetable group item
	one roll of plastic wrap
	one meat group item
	one milk group item
	one bottle hand sanitizer

Other Supplies:
	one flashlight with batteries
	heavy-duty work gloves
	first aid kit supplies

Week Five

Grocery Store:
	one meat group item
	one can of ready-to-eat soup
	one fruit group item
	one box large re-sealable food storage bags
	one vegetable group item
	one bread group item

Other Supplies:
	extra batteries for radio
	first aid kit supplies
	fire extinguisher

Week Six

Grocery Store:
	one gallon of water per person
	one bread group item
	one box sanitary wipes
	one roll heavy-duty aluminum foil
	one package paper bowls
	one meat group item

Other Supplies:
	assorted nails
	one flashlight with batteries
	hardline telephone with jack (not cordless)

Week Seven

Grocery Store:
	one meat group item
	one can ready-to-eat soup
	one box cereal
	one milk group item
	one comfort group item
	one vegetable group item

Other Supplies:
	extra batteries for flashlights
	hammer
	first aid kit supplies

Week Eight

Grocery Store:
	one gallon of water per person
	one vegetable group item
	one meat group item
	one box heavy-duty garbage bags
	one package plastic eating utensils
	one roll paper towels

Other Supplies:
	flashlight with batteries
	waterproof portable plastic container with lid for hurricane kit and important papers

First Aid Kit
	Assemble a first aid kit. A first aid kit should include:
	Sterile adhesive bandages in assorted sizes
	2-inch sterile gauze pads (4-6)
	4-inch sterile gauze pads (4-6)
	Hypo-allergenic adhesive tape
	Triangular bandages (3)
	2-inch sterile roller bandages (3 rolls)
	3-inch sterile roller bandages (3 rolls)
	Scissors
	Tweezers
	Needle
	Moistened towelettes
	Antiseptic
	Thermometer
	Tongue blades (2)
	Tube of petroleum jelly or other lubricant
	Assorted sizes of safety pins
	Cleansing agent/soap
	Latex gloves (2 pair)
	Sunscreen

Pet Survival Kit
	A crate or carrier large enough for the animal to stand and turn around
	Two-week supply of food
	Water
	Cat litter
	Toys and/or blanket
	Treats
	Photo of the pet with you (to prove you are the owner)
	Rabies certificate and current license
	Cleaning supplies (newspaper, plastic bags with ties, paper towels, disinfectant)

8 Week Hurricane Kit Shopping Guide Note: Suggested list for a family of four. Add extra items depending on your family size.

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