Emergency Supplies Checklist
Protecting lives from fire
least one A-B-C fire extinguisher in our
home and know how to use it.
We have changed the batteries in our smoke
We use surge protectors as to not overload our
We store flammable liquids in air-tight containers
away from ignition sources such as pilot lights
(Example location: outdoor shed).
We have non-perishable food for family
members and pets for 72 hours.
Battery-powered radio or NOAA Weather Radio
Flashlights for each family member
Manual can opener for canned foods
Extra medication for each family member
Extra protective clothing (Ex: Long-sleeves and
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Check and replace as needed:
Batteries for flashlights, smoke
Update school release forms.
Replace emergency medications.
Review and photograph personal
Update insurance policies.
eared our property of excess and
vegetation and highly flammable plants.
We have trimmed branches that hang over our
We trim grass and vegetation at least 100 feet
We have garden hoses connected to outside
We store firewood away from our house.
umbers are large and easily read from
We have spark arresters on our chimneys.
Our roof is fire-retardant.
We keep leaves and debris out of our
Fire Hazard Mitigation Plan
We have a minimum of 1 gallon of water per
person per day for at least 72 hours. The more
water you can store, the better off you will be.
Calculate how much water your family needs:
household x 1 gals = _____ gals.
Toiletries and sanitary materials (Ex: Toilet paper)
Copies of important documents (Ex: Insurance)
Books, games, and activities for children
Everyone has a copy of this plan
Locations of Emergency Supplies
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Review and update family plan.
Perform a severe weather drill.
For questions and help completing your plan,
Blake Abbe, Executive Director of Risk Management
Department of Risk Management