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»» Water – at least a 3-day supply; one gallon per person, per day »» Food – at least a 3-day supply of non-perishable items »» Medications – 7-day supply »» Battery-powered or hand-crank radio »» Extra batteries »» Flashlight »» First aid kit »» Blankets »» Baby supplies »» Pet care items »» Extra cash »» Tools »» Camera for photos of damage »» Sanitation and personal hygiene items
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Have a disaster plan Make a survival kit Turn off propane tanks Fill your vehicle’s gas tank Secure cellphone chargers Assemble important documents in a secure waterproof container Update contact information and share it with those who may need to contact you in an emergency Remove threatening objects from yard that can become a projectile Beware of Virginia evacuation routes and nearby emergency shelters Board up windows Turn your refrigerator and freezer to the coldest setting. Keep them closed as much as possible so food will last longer if the power goes out
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»» Stay in secure room. »» Stay away from windows »» Fill bathtubs and other large containers with water to ensure a safe water supply »» Stay close to the TV or radio for information updates about the storm and follow emergency orders if directed »» Monitor weather and civil service bulletins on either regular or NOAA radio »» Have supplies on hand »» Remain indoors when the eye moves over area because the storm will resume
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Listen to local officials for updates and instructions Check-in with family and friends Return home only when authorities indicate it is safe Watch out for debris and downed power lines Avoid walking or driving through flood waters. Just six inches of moving water can knock individuals down, and fast-moving water can sweep vehicles away »» Avoid flood water as it may be electrically charged from underground or downed power lines and may hide dangerous debris or places where the ground is washed away »»Avoid drinking or preparing food with tap water until certain it’s not contaminated »» Photograph damage to property