Preparing for a Hurricane

Each year as hurricane season approaches it is recommended that residents of Dickinson prepare or restock a hurricane emergency kit. This kit should be kept in a location making it readily available on short notice. The kit should include the following:

• A 3-day supply of water (1 gallon per person per day)
• Food that will not spoil
• 1 change of clothing and footwear per person
• 1 blanket or sleeping bag per person
• A first aid kit with over the counter medications
• Emergency tools, including a battery-powered NOAA weather radio and a portable radio, flashlight, and plenty of extra batteries
• An extra set of car keys and a credit card or cash
• Spare reading glasses
• Special items for infant, elderly, or disabled family members

Last-Minute Additions

When a storm approaches the following items should be added to the kit:

• Insurance papers
• Personal identification such as birth certificates and social security cards
• Medical records and medical insurance cards
• Prescription medications