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Hurricane survival kit

Time to change the subject. I can't think about insurance and robbery and people invading my privacy anymore.

SO...hurricanes. I got luck last year that there were no hurricanes after I moved to Texas. But I will never forget coming in from the airport for my interview and seeing the highway sign that said "It's hurricane season. Be prepared." Umm. what?

The girls at work tell me that once hurricane season starts I should never have less than half a tank of gas. I try to always keep a case of water in the house. I should prob have more non-perishable food int he house too.

The Weather Channel says my hurricane survival kit should include:

  • At least a 3-day and preferably a 7-day supply of water (one gallon per person per day)
  • Non-perishable food
  • Manual can opener
  • First aid kit
  • Prescription and non-prescription medicines
  • Toiletries
  • Cell phones and battery-powered cell phone chargers
  • Battery-powered radios and flashlights
  • Plenty of batteries
  • Extra cash
  • Blankets, sleeping bags, books, and games (especially if evacuating)
Here's what my current hurricane kit looks like so far: 

Comments

  1. RunGirl.August 10, 2013 at 2:07 PM

    Love that you added a bottle of wine and a bottle opener. So essential in tough times. People are crazy during emergencies.

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