Water. One gallon per person, per day — prepare for a minimum of three days.
Battery-operated television or radio.
Extra batteries
Manual can opener
Local maps
Flashlights and waterproof matches
Cell phone with chargers, inverter or solar charger
Toilet paper
Baby supplies
Cash (ATMs may not work after the storm)
Rain gear/hat
Bleach or water-purification tablets
Soap and detergent
Moist towelettes, garbage bags and plastic ties for personal sanitation.
Charcoal/lighter fluid or portable camping stove
Disposable plates, glasses and utensils
Ice chest and ice
Valuable papers — insurance information, passports, Social Security cards, bank account and credit card numbers, wills, deeds, etc. — or copies, in a waterproof bag
Prescription and other necessary medicines
Blankets, tarp and masking tape
Dust mask to filter contaminated air, plastic sheeting and duct tape.
