Robert D. Spina, Director of Office of Emergency Management
Although we cannot prevent hurricanes and other natural disasters, we can certainly prepare for them. If you are prepared with food (items that require no refrigeration, preparation or cooking and little or no water) and water (1 gal. of water per person per day for at least 5 days), an emergency can be an inconvenience instead of a disaster. Everyone has a personal responsibility to be prepared. Creating an emergency plan ahead of time for you and your family will help you stay organized if a hurricane strikes or any other disaster for that matter. Your emergency plan should include a communication system, disaster supply kit, and an alternate meeting place if your home becomes unsafe. Another must have is a GO-KIT (a dedicated bag or container stocked with enough supplies for everyone in your household for five (5) days). See below for a detailed supply list, nearby hurricane shelter locations and links to other websites that may be helpful to you.
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A family GO-KIT should include:
First aid kit Essential prescription & medical information Battery-powered flashlights & radio Crank flashlights and radio Extra batteries and 12-hr glow sticks Change of clothes plus rainwear Paper towels Personal items Ready to eat food Bottled water Portable cell phone chargers fully charged Important documents should be at the ready A Pet GO-KIT should include: List with your pets names & your contact info. Current photos of your pets Your veternarian contact information Extra leashes, collars or harness. First aid kit Medications Paper towels Comfort toys Three day supply of food, water & treats Manual can opener & bowls Old newspapers and plastic bags |
Shelter locations near us:
• CW Post College • Glen Cove H.S • Glen Head N. Shore Sr. H.S. • Hicksville H.S. • Locust Valley H.S. • SUNY Old Westbury • Westbury H.S. |