Are You Ready? John W. Davis Major USA (Ret)

“Ask not what your country can do for you but ask what you can do for your country.” John F. Kennedy

Introduction Former Director of Emergency Actions for the White House Communications Agency Former Commanding Officer Special Missions Unit White House Communications Agency Former Commanding Officer of Relocation Centers for the President of the United States, The Joint Chief’s of Staff, and the Secretary of Defense

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WATER One gallon of water per person per day, for drinking and sanitation. Children, nursing mothers, and sick people may need more water. If you live in a warm weather climate more water may be necessary. Store water tightly in clean plastic containers such as soft drink bottles. Keep at least a three-day supply of water per person.

Food Store at least a three-day supply of non- perishable food. Select foods that require no refrigeration, preparation or cooking and little or no water. Pack a manual can opener and eating utensils.

Food Continued Choose foods your family will eat. Ready-to-eat canned meats, fruits and vegetables Protein or fruit bars Dry cereal or granola Peanut butter Dried fruit NutsCrackers Canned juices Non-perishable pasteurized milk High energy foods Vitamins Food for infants Comfort/stress foods

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FIRST AID KIT Two pairs of Latex, or other sterile gloves (if you are allergic to Latex). Sterile dressings to stop bleeding. Cleansing agent/soap and antibiotic towelettes to disinfect. Antibiotic ointment to prevent infection. Burn ointment to prevent infection. Adhesive bandages in a variety of sizes. Eye wash solution to flush the eyes or as general decontaminant. Thermometer (Read more: B B B B B iiii oooo llll oooo gggg iiii cccc aaaa llll TTTT hhhh tttt tttt pppp :::: //// //// wwww wwww wwww.... rrrr eeee aaaa dddd yyyy.... gggg oooo vvvv //// bbbb iiii oooo llll oooo gggg iiii cccc aaaa llll.... hhhh tttt mmmm llll rrrr eeee aaaa tttt) Prescription medications you take every day such as insulin, heart medicine and asthma inhalers. You should periodically rotate medicines to account for expiration dates. Prescribed medical supplies such as glucose and blood pressure monitoring equipment and supplies.

First Aid Kit Continued Things it may be good to have: Cell Phone ScissorsTweezers Tube of petroleum jelly or other lubricant

First Aid Kit Continued Non-prescription drugs Aspirin or nonaspirin pain reliever Anti-diarrhea medication Antacid (for upset stomach) Laxative

PORTABLE KIT Recommended Supplies to Include in a Portable Kit Water, amounts for portable kits will vary. Individuals should determine what amount they are able to both store comfortably outside the home and be able to transport to other locations Food, at least a three-day supply of non- perishable food Battery-powered r r r r r aaaa dddd iiii oooo and extra batteries Flashlight and extra batteries First Aid kit Whistle to signal for help

PRODUCT FEATURES: AM, FM, TV1 and TV2—VHF channels 2-13 NOAA weather—all seven channels plus “Alert” 3-LED light system with emergency flash Siren Wireless phone charger Crank-charge system charges built-in rechargeable battery Can also charge rechargeable battery via AC adaptor/charger (not included) Can be powered with all batteries removed, by continuous cranking Power source: hand-crank power generator with rechargeable battery pack, 3 “AA” batteries (not included) or AC adapter (not included) Dimensions: 6.7x6.5x2.5” (17.02x16.51x6.35cm) (LHW) Weight: 1.3 lbs. (0.59kg)

PORTABLE KIT Recommended Supplies to Include in a Portable Kit Dust mask or cotton t-shirt, to help filter the air Moist towelettes for sanitation Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities Can opener for food (if kit contains canned food) Plastic sheeting and duct tape to shelter-in-place Unique family needs, such as daily prescription medications, infant formula or diapers, and important family documents Garbage bags and plastic ties for personal sanitation

SUPPLY CHECKLISTS Emergency Supplies Water, food, and clean air are the essential items for survival. Each family or individual's kit should be customized to meet specific needs, such as medications and infant formula. It should also be customized to include important family documents.

Important Family Documents Keep copies of important family records such as insurance policies, identification and bank account records in a waterproof, portable container hhhh tttt tttt pppp :::: //// //// wwww wwww wwww.... rrrr eeee aaaa dddd yyyy.... gggg oooo vvvv //// eeee eeee ffff aaaa kkkk.... pppp dddd ffff

Recommended Supplies to Include in a Basic Kit: Water, one gallon of water per person per day, for drinking and sanitation Food, at least a three-day supply of non- perishable food Battery-powered radio and extra batteries Flashlight and extra batteries First Aid kit Whistle to signal for help

Recommended Supplies to Include in a Basic Kit Dust mask or cotton t-shirt, to help filter the air Moist towelettes for sanitation Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities Can opener for food (if kit contains canned food) Plastic sheeting and duct tape to shelter-in-place Unique family needs, such as daily prescription medications, infant formula or diapers, and important family documents Garbage bags and plastic ties for personal sanitation

Clothing and Bedding If you live in a cold weather climate, you must think about warmth. It is possible that the power will be out and you will not have heat. Rethink your clothing and bedding supplies to account for growing children and other family changes

Clothing and Bedding One complete change of warm clothing and shoes per person, including: A jacket or coat Long pants A long sleeve shirt Sturdy shoes A hat and gloves A sleeping bag or warm blanket for each person

Other items to consider adding to your Supply Kit: Emergency reference material such as a first aid book or a print out of this information Rain gear Mess kits, paper cups, plates and plastic utensils Cash or traveler's checks, change Paper towels Fire Extinguisher

Other items to consider adding to your Supply Kit Other items to consider adding to your Supply Kit TentCompass Matches in a waterproof container Signal flare Paper, pencil Medicine dropper

Other items to consider adding to your Supply Kit Feminine supplies Personal hygiene items Disinfectant For Men For Women

Other items to consider adding to your Supply Kit Household chlorine bleach You can use bleach as a disinfectant (diluted nine parts water to one part bleach), or in an emergency you can also use it to purify water. Use 16 drops of regular household liquid bleach per gallon of water. Do not use scented, color safe or bleaches with added cleaners.

SPECIAL NEEDS ITEMS Remember the special needs of your family members. Infants, the elderly and persons with disabilities need the same planning as everyone else, and sometimes a little more, to be prepared for a terrorist attack.

SPECIAL NEEDS ITEMS For Baby FormulaDiapersBottles Powdered milk Medications Moist towelettes Diaper rash ointment

SPECIAL NEEDS ITEMS For Adults Ask your doctor about storing prescription medications such as heart and high blood pressure medication, insulin and other prescription drugs. Denture needs Contact lenses and supplies Extra eye glasses

SPECIAL NEEDS ITEMS For Seniors Plan how you will evacuate or signal for help. Plan emergency procedures with home health care agencies or workers. Tell others where you keep your emergency supplies. Teach others how to operate necessary equipment. Label equipment like wheelchairs, canes or walkers.

Additional supplies for seniors List of prescription medications including dosage in your supply kits. Include any allergies. Extra eyeglasses and hearing-aid batteries. Extra wheelchair batteries or other special equipment in your supply kit. A list of the style and serial numbers of medical devices such as pacemakers in your emergency supply kits. Copies of medical insurance and Medicare cards. List of doctors and emergency contacts.

SPECIAL NEEDS ITEMS For People with Disabilities Create a support network to help in an emergency. Tell these people where you keep your emergency supplies. Give one member of your support network a key to your house or apartment. Contact your city or county government's emergency information management office. Many local offices keep lists of people with disabilities so they can be located quickly in a sudden emergency. Wear medical alert tags or bracelets to help identify your disability.

SPECIAL NEEDS ITEMS For People with Disabilities If you are dependent on dialysis or other life sustaining treatment, know the location and availability of more than one facility. Show others how to operate your wheelchair. Know the size and weight of your wheelchair, in addition to whether or not it is collapsible, in case it has to be transported

Additional Supplies for People with Disabilities Prescription medicines, list of medications including dosage, list of any allergies. Extra eyeglasses and hearing-aid batteries. Extra wheelchair batteries, oxygen. Keep a list of the style and serial number of medical devices. Medical insurance and Medicare cards. List of doctors, relatives or friends who should be notified if you are hurt.

For more information on supplies, see "Your Family Disaster Supply Kit" ss.org/services/disaster/beprepared/supplies.html "Your Family Disaster Supply Kit" ss.org/services/disaster/beprepared/supplies.html from American Red Cross ss.org/ American Red Cross ss.org/American Red Cross ss.org/ and Federal Emergency Management Agency. gov/ Federal Emergency Management Agency gov/Federal Emergency Management Agency gov/ supply_prod.htm supply_prod.htm

For more information on special needs Disaster Preparedness For People With Disabilities p:// Disaster Preparedness For People With Disabilities p:// Disaster Preparedness for Seniors by Seniors p:// prepared/seniors.html Disaster Preparedness for Seniors by Seniors p:// prepared/seniors.html

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Additional Items to Consider Cash for at least 3 days Cash for at least 3 days Paper Back Book or Magazine Paper Back Book or Magazine Playing Cards Playing Cards Spare Batteries (stored in refrigerator will keep longer) Spare Batteries (stored in refrigerator will keep longer) Items for your pets (for more information for pets see: beprepared/animalsafety.html Items for your pets (for more information for pets see: beprepared/animalsafety.html beprepared/animalsafety.html beprepared/animalsafety.html

Conclusion Be Prepared Have a Plan Make a Kit Ensure 72 Hours of Supplies Stay Calm Obey Directions from Authorities

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