Hurricane Survival

Proactive Measures for Hurricane Survival:

Comprehensive Guide Hurricane Preparedness Kits and Action by Vangy Tonies

Having the family Hurricane Emergency Kit and Survival plan conceptualized and rehearsed is part of that preparation. If an evacuation becomes necessary, the family must know what to take and what to do. The plan should detail how family members will communicate with each other if they separated and where they should all meet.

The plan should include a hurricane survival kit and disaster supplies to deal with the emergency. Any family plan should have enough survival supplies and survival tools and knowledge of usage for the duration of the emergency. FEMA and Red Cross recommend anywhere from 3 to 5 days.

Emergency Survival kit Checklist

People do not think about eating the right kinds and quantities of food and water in an emergency. Stock your home with nutrient rich emergency essentials. You need a wide variety of food in your survival kits. That is what will provide you with the different vitamins, minerals, and nutrients you will require to survive the next crisis. Enough proteins and calories to help prevent appetite fatigue.

Regardless of how you choose to prepare your survival emergency kit. However, it would not be useful if it were not stored properly. Here are five tips to keep your survival food fresh:

When food is stored in an area with air and moisture, its shelf life will be reduced. Therefore, you should always use airtight containers when you store food. There is no doubt that vacuum sealed pouches are one of the best storage methods for protecting your survival food from the elements.

It takes a lot of time and effort to compile all that food. Many people prefer to purchase ready-made survival food kits.
Make sure that your food containers are kept in a place that is dry, cool, and dark. It is no secret that heat, and light are two of the worst enemies of food that is stored.

You should include at least a small percentage of “comfort” foods in your diet. In addition to giving, you and your family a big psychological boost during tough times, comfort foods can also satisfy your sweet tooth and satisfy your sweet cravings.

Check expiration dates regularly and rotate stored foods on a regular basis. Organize the food in each container according to its expiration date. As food nears its expiration date, it would be good if you ate it – or donated it to a shelter – and replaced it with something fresher. Our government, which used to try to convince us they could manage emergencies, is now begging people to prepare for emergencies. FEMA realizes they cannot manage every crisis. Not even close.

Be prepared when it comes to your emergency supplies. You should never advertise the fact that you have a stash of survival food to others as this could make you a target if a crisis breaks out. Make sure that you keep the preparations as low profile as possible.

In an emergency situation, FEMA recommends that you have at least 72 hours’ worth of non-perishable food on hand do to the to the fact that extreme weather conditions and other crises often last longer than that, I would suggest that you store at least one month’s worth of food for each member of your household. It is best to start slowly and build up your supply over time. In no time at all, you will have enough survival food to last you for three months if you keep at it. Many people do not stop until they have accumulated more than a year’s worth of supplies.

Despite how much you stockpile in your emergency kit, make sure that it is easy to prepare and that it has a long shelf life. It is ideal to have survival food kits that can last up to 25 years.

Here’s a list of things you will need.

Freeze Dried Foods

• Protein-rich foods. Amino acids are the “building blocks of life” that are present in protein, which means they help perform essential functions throughout the body, including building and repairing muscle tissue, acting as enzymes, hormones, buffers, transporters, and regulators. Protein also helps keep you feeling full and satisfied when it is included in snacks and meals. You can ensure you eat enough amino acids and total protein by eating a variety of plant- and animal-based foods.
• Enough to provide five ½ ounces per day per person:
• One can (5 ounces) meat, fish, chicken, or turkey.

 Freeze-dried fruits and vegetables

• Long shelf life and low moisture content. Freeze dried fruits and vegetables can be reconstituted quickly and generally keep their texture, color, shape, and taste.
• Enough to provide about two ½ cups per day per person
• One can fourteen ½ ounces or 1 1/3 cups

Bottled water or a water filtration system

1. Water, enough for 3 to 5 days.
2. One gallon per person per day. You need more fluids in warmer weather.
3. Water purification system
4. Water purification tablets

 Peanut butter

• Enough to provide one ounce per day per person
• which provides energy, protein, and healthy fats. Eat it right out of the jar or spread it on healthy crackers.
• Ready to eat cereal, crackers, pretzels, instant oatmeal, or other non-perishable food.
• One cup of cereal per day per person

Nuts, Seeds

• Enough to provide three cups a day per person
• Easy to store, will keep fresh for a long period of time.

Granola bars

• Which supply much-needed carbohydrates. Just make sure they do not contain much sugar.

• Enough to provide for each person per day

Whole grains

• Pasta is high in carbohydrates and can be used in a variety of ways with different foods.
• Whole grain rice is another reliable source of carbs.
• Enough to provide for six ounces a day per person

Beans, Dried beans

• Will stay good for a long time. Lots of protein, especially for a non-meat source.
• Enough to provide two ½ cups per day per person

 Powdered milk

• A reliable source of Vitamin D and calcium. It will supply some of your dairy needs. Powdered milk can also be used for baking.
• Enough to provide for each person per day

 Canned foods

• are heavy and require a lot of storage space. Some contain elevated levels of sodium. But they offer a wide variety of foods, most of which are nutritious. They come in handy when you are hunkering down.
• Enough to provide for each person per day

14 Days medication

• Minimum Two-week supply of medication that are needed for family.
• Medical Kit with enough supplies for the duration of any emergencies
• Bandages, antiseptic, scissors, sewing kit, gauze pads.

Flashlights and Batteries

• Powerful rechargeable LED flashlight. Bright 990,000 high lumens and the maximum irradiation distance can reach 4921 feet.
• LED battery headlamp
• Extra batteries for all Hurricane gear and equipment

 NOAA Weather Radio

• A weather radio updated with weather and emergency evacuation information. It automatically checks for emergency alerts and weather alerts when you turn it on or when it is in standby mode. Weather alerts from NOAA provide advance warning of impending severe weather, so you can prepare or evacuate.
• Hand crank or battery operated.

 Heat source

• fire starter kit for heating or cooking.
• Waterproof windproof matches
• Butane tanks
• portable stoves for heat or cooking

 
Electric source

• Gas, Butane or Electric Generator with at least double the battery capacity.
• Powerful enough to manage all critical devices.
• Solar Panel with adjustable kickstand for optimal solar power and waterproof protection.
• Long-Lasting Portable Power Station.

Money

• Enough for duration of emergency
• Keep enough money on hand for emergencies, either in your home or with a trusted family member or friend.
• Remember cash can be stolen, lost, or destroyed, keep it in a safe place.

Utensils

• Fork, Spoon, Knife, non-electric bottle opener
• Multi-functional tool, knife, shovel, ax
• Cooking gear, cups, and plates
• Whistle with lanyard.
• Cell phone charger
• Fifty feet of nylon rope
• Roll of Duct tape
• Pen and small note pad

Personal items, Clothing Raingear, Shoes

• Light and compact clothing
• Blankets
• Rain poncho, tent/shelter
• Sweatshirts and pants
• Waterproof or fabrics that dry quickly.
• Waterproof shoes and boots
• Hats and gloves
• Extra socks and underwear
• Personal Sanitary items, toilet paper, wipes, soap, toothbrushes

Important Documents, Insurance, credit cards, medical

• SS documents, Insurance Cards, Credit Cards, Medical records
• Passports, Drivers License, Personal Identification

 
Special needs for children, infants, pets

• Anything you might such as food, clothing, water, and medicine
• Stress relivers reading materials, games, puzzles, drawing pads.