Preparing for a disaster helps everyone in the family accept the fact that disasters do happen.

A disaster supply kit can help your family stay safe and comfortable during and after a disaster.

A disaster can strike very quickly and many times without warning.  Having a disaster supply kit prepared is essential to you AND your family's safety. Boy, it looks like we need to get busy. 

You'll likely have many of the supplies you need already in your home.  The items you don't have on hand are inexpensive and readily available at a local retail store. 

-Start with the essentials including a three day supply of water and nonperishable food, a manual can opener and basic kitchen utensils.  Make sure to include specialty items for infants if needed. 

-You'll need sanitation and hygiene items including hand sanitizer, soap and toilet paper. 

-Also include extra clothing, blankets, bedding as well as an updated first aid kit.

Here's a list of a few additional items you should add to your disaster supply kit. 

-	Matches in a waterproof container
-	Whistle
-	Cash and photocopies of identification and credit cards
-	A portable, battery powered radio and T.V. Don't forget the batteries!!
-	Prescriptions and medications.
-	A map of the local area.

And one more thing, don't forget to include supplies for your family pets!  Remember: Be smart!  Be prepared! 

For more information about disaster preparedness please visit: www.ready.gov