Disaster Preparedness for People With Disabilities

Disaster Supplies Kits and Other Essential Supplies

Basic Disaster Supplies Kit

There are six basics you should stock for your home: 1) water, 2) food, 3) first aid supplies, 4)clothing and bedding, 5) tools and emergency supplies, and 6) special items. Keep the items that you would most likely need during an evacuation in an easy-to-carry container. Essentials

____ Battery-operated radio and extra batteries

____ Flashlight and extra batteries

Do not include candles. Candles cause more fires after a disaster than anything else.

Water

Store water in plastic containers, such as large soft drink bottles. Avoid using containers that will decompose or break, such as milk cartons or glass bottles. A person who is generally active needs to drink at least two quarts of water each day. Hot environments and intense physical activity can double that amount. Children, nursing mothers, and ill people will need to drink even more.

Store three gallons of water per person (one gallon for each day and for each person). Keep at least a three-day supply of water (two quarts for drinking, two quarts for food preparation and sanitation) for each person in the household.

Food

Store at least a three-day supply of nonperishable food. Select foods that require no refrigeration, preparation, or cooking and little or no water. If you must heat food, pack a can of Sterno and matches. Select food items that are compact and lightweight. Include a selection of the following foods in your disaster supplies kit:

____ Ready-to-eat canned meats

____ Canned fruits, dried fruits, and nuts

____ Canned vegetables

First Aid Kit

Assemble a first aid kit for your home and one for each car. A first aid kit should include the following:

____ Sterile, adhesive bandages in assorted sizes

____ Assorted sizes of safety pins

____ Cleansing agent/soap

____ Latex gloves (2 pairs)

____ Sunscreen

____ 2-inch sterile gauze pads (4-6)

____ 4-inch sterile gauze pads (4-6)

____ Triangular bandages (3)

____ 2-inch sterile roller bandages (3 rolls)

____ 3-inch sterile roller bandages (3 rolls)

____ Scissors

____ Adhesive tape

____ Tweezers

____ Needle

____ Moistened towelettes

____ Antiseptic

____ Rubbing alcohol

____ Thermometer

____ Tongue blades (2)

____ Tube of petroleum jelly or other lubricant

____ Extra eye glasses

Nonprescription Drugs

____ Aspirin or nonaspirin pain reliever

____ Antidiarrheal medication

____ Antacid (for stomach upset)

____ Syrup of Ipecac (use to induce vomiting if advised by the Poison Control Center)

____ Laxative

____ Activated charcoal (use if advised by the Poison Control Center)

Sanitation

____ Toilet paper, towelettes

____ Soap, liquid detergent

____ Feminine hygiene supplies

____ Personal hygiene items

____ Plastic garbage bags, ties (for personal sanitation uses)

____ Plastic bucket with tight lid

____ Disinfectant

____ Household chlorine bleach

____ Facial tissues

Clothing and Bedding

____ One complete change of clothing and footwear per person

____ Sturdy shoes or work boots

____ Rain gear

____ Blankets or sleeping bags

____ Hat and gloves

____ Thermal underwear

____ Sunglasses

Tools and Supplies

____ Mess kits or paper cups; plates and plastic utensils

____ Cash or traveler's checks, coins.

____ Nonelectric can opener, utility knife

____ Pliers, screwdriver, hammer, crowbar, assorted nails, wood screws

____ Shutoff wrench, to turn off household gas and water

____ Tape, such as duct tape

____ Compass

____ Matches in a waterproof container

____ Aluminum foil

____ Plastic storage containers

____ Signal flare

____ Paper, pencil

____ Needles, thread

____ Medicine dropper

____ Adhesive labels

____ Safety goggles

____ Heavy work gloves

____ Whistle

____ Heavy cotton of hemp rope

____ Patch kit and can of seal-in-air

____ Videocassettes

____ Disposable dust masks

____ Plastic sheeting

____ Map of the area (for locating shelters)

For Baby

____ Formula

____ Diapers/wipes

____ Bottles

____ Powdered formula, milk, or baby food

____ Medications

Important Family Documents Keep these records in a waterproof, portable container:

____ Copy of will, insurance policies, contracts, deeds, stocks and bonds

____ Copy of passports, Social Security cards, immunization records

____ Record of credit card accounts

____ Record of bank account numbers, names, and phone numbers

____ Inventory of valuable household goods, important telephone numbers

____ Family records (birth, marriage, death certificates)

____ Copy of Supplemental Security Income award letter

Medical Needs

____ Heart and high blood pressure medication

____ Insulin

____ Prescription drugs

____ Denture supplies

____ Contact lenses and supplies

Items for Service Animals/Pets

____ Food

____ Additional water

____ Leash/harness

____ Identification tags

____ Medications and medical records

____ Litter/pan

Entertainment

____ Games and books

Other Disaster Supplies

Assemble the supplies below in addition to your basic disaster supplies kit. Combine these with your disaster supplies kit as you need them, and store them somewhere that is easy for you to get to.

Disability-Related Supplies and Special Equipment

Check items you use, and describe item type and location.

____ Glasses:

____ Eating utensils:

____ Grooming utensils:

____ Dressing devices:

____ Writing devices:

____ Hearing device:

____ Oxygen:

____ Flow rate:

____ Suction equipment:

____ Dialysis equipment:

____ Sanitary supplies:

____ Urinary supplies:

____ Ostomy supplies:

____ Wheelchair:

Wheelchair repair kit:

Motorized:

Manual:

____ Walker:

____ Crutches:

____ Cane(s):

____ Dentures:

____ Monitors:

____ Other:

Service Animal and Pet Supplies

____ Food

____ Extra water

____ Leash/harness

____ Collar

____ Identification tags

____ Medications

____ Vaccinations and medical records

Portable Disaster Supplies Kit

____ Emergency information list/other lists

____ Small flashlight

____ Whistle/other noisemaker

____ Water

____ Extra medication

____ Copies of prescriptions

____ Extra pair of glasses

____ Hearing aid

____ Sanitary supplies

____ Pad and pencil or other writing device

Car Supplies

____ Several blankets

____ Extra set of mittens or gloves, wool socks, and a wool cap

____ Jumper cables and instructions

____ Small sack of sand or kitty litter for traction

____ Small shovel

____ Set of tire chains or traction mats

____ Red cloth to use as a flag

____ CB radio or cellular telephone

Atlantic County Emergency Preparedness
(609) 272-9495
www.aclink.org/oep

OR

City of Atlantic City
(609) 347-5663 or 347-5466
www.cityofatlanticcity.org

For TTY:
Use NJ Relay Services
1-800-852-7899