Gather Supplies

• Purchase bottled water. The American Red Cross recommends at least one gallon of drinking water per person per day.
• Gather supplies such as: non-perishable food, non-electric can opener, disposable dinnerware and utensils, matches or lighter, medications and prescriptions, personal hygiene supplies, baby supplies, pet food, trash bags, paper towels, tissues, toilet paper, soaps and detergents, rubber gloves, sunscreen, insect repellant, tarp, clothing, blankets, pillows and items for entertainment.
• Check radio, flashlights and batteries.
• Obtain cash or travelers checks in case banks are closed and ATMs are not working.
• Fill up your car with gas.
• Fill propane tanks if you plan to use a grill for cooking.
• Charge your cell phone and obtain a car charger.
• To prepare for the loss of running water and electricity, turn refrigerators and freezers to their coldest settings to help keep your food fresh; consider making blocks of ice and storing them in coolers; sanitize bathtub and fill it with water.

Gather Documentation

Gather important documents and put them in a waterproof container.

• Insurance policies
• Health cards
• List of medications
• Birth certificates
• List of important phone numbers
• Your FPL account number

Secure Your Home

• Store objects from your yard inside.
• Fasten doors and windows.
• Cover valuables and furniture with plastic and move away from windows.
• Turn off and unplug any non-essential electrical equipment, including pool equipment.