Disaster can strike at any time.
How ready are you? Do you know what natural disasters might strike the Newcastle area? Do you know how to respond to them? Do you have a disaster supply kit on hand? If not, now is the time to prepare. Get the facts about severe weather and make a disaster supply kit. Here is a list of supplies you should include in your kit:
• A gallon of water per person per day
• Three-day supply of non-perishable food
• Can opener
• Paper cups, plates and plastic utensils
• Battery-powered radio
• NOAA Weather Radio
• Flashlight
• Extra batteries
• First aid kit
• Fire extinguisher
• Whistle and signal flare to call for help
• Blankets and
clothing
• Personal hygiene items
• Wipes and garbage bags for personal sanitation
• Disinfectant
• Dust mask or T-shirt to help filter the air
• Plastic sheeting and duct tape to shelter in-place
• Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities
• Important family documents in a waterproof container
• Cash or traveler’s checks
