Additional Preparations

• Keep a two-week supply of non-perishable foods and water on hand.
• If possible keep a two-week supply of essential prescription medications on hand.
• Have candles, flashlights and spare batteries on hand.
• Have a battery-powered radio on hand.
• Maintain good health & hygiene and stay current on your immunizations.
• If you develop flu-like symptoms or have a sore that turns black seek medical attention.
• If any of your animals become seriously ill, or die unexpectedly from an unknown cause, contact your veterinarian or animal control.
• In case of an emergency try to stay calm and use common sense.
• Be a good observer, pay attention to details and write them down.
• How to describe people & vehicles: race, sex, approximate age, height, weight and build, hair color and length, color of eyes, glasses, if worn scars, marks, tattoos. Clothing: hat,  coat/jacket, shirt, pants, dress, shoes. Vehicle: year, make, model, type, license, plate number (include state or color), other identifiers such as tinted windows, special rims, dents, decals, etc.