A. TYPE AND AMOUNT OF FOOD FOR STORAGE

Each household is encouraged to store or stock up to two weeks supply of food and water which are in their regular diet

In deciding what food and the amount of food to be stored, it is important to take into consideration your household members' needs

As a guide, you may prioritize those foods that are high in calcium, are good sources of energy, easy-to-cook, nutritious, and well-packed. You should also label each food to easily monitor their expiration dates. Follow the first-in, first-out practice when replenishing your stock.

Each household should also have ample amount of water in reserve.

Since each household in your areas will have a two-week supply of food, in case of a major disaster, some of these should be donated and brought tot he designated distribution centers for sharing with the community members whose homes may have been heavily damaged or destroyed and are not able to access their own stock.

For the more vulnerable streets such as COMET and NEPTUNE, there is a need to provide for community outside of Bel-Air who may need help And therefore, extra emergency provisions over and above the two weeks supply will also be stored in the homes of specifically assigned street leaders. The manner of storage and replenishment will be determined by the cluster leaders.

Bear in mind the following storage tips (fema.gov)

Keep food in dry, cool, and dark (if possible) areas

Open food boxes and other re-sealable containers carefully so that you can close them tightly after each use

Wrap perishable foods, such as cookies and crackers in plastic bags and keep them in sealed containers

Empty open packages of sugar, dried fruits, and nuts into screwtop jars and air-tight canisters for protection from pests

Throw out canned goods that have become swollen, dented, or corroded

A. TYPE AND AMOUNT OF FOOD FOR STORAGE (CON'T.)

Other supplies along with food and water, you also need to include the following supplies in your stocks:

Disposable eating utensils

Manual can opener

Matches and candles

Paper towels

Knives

Gas burners

Charcoal

Water purifier

Garbage bags

Food for pets

Medicines

During and after a disaster, remember that you need to ensure you have strength to carry out the necessary works. Bear in mind the following:

Eat at least one well-balanced meal each day

Drink enough liquid (half gallon / 2 liters per day)

Take enough calories

Include vitamin, mineral, and protein supplements in your stocks

B. EMERGENCY WATER

The ideal scenario is when the water source is still accessible. Otherwise, there are ways to treat water during a disaster. Consider storing at least one gallon per person, per day. Safe sources of water may be found in your home such as in you hot water tank, pipes, and ice cubes. DO NOT use water from toilet flush tanks, radiators, waterbeds, or swimming pools.

Safe outdoor water sources may include rainwater and other moving bodies of water. Avoid water with floating materials, an odor, or dark color. Do not drink flood water.

In our village, there are two cisterns located in Phase II Park Hercules / Juno streets, and Phase III Park. All houses with swimming pools have been marked with blue paint along the street gutter. Water from swimming pool may be used to clean the bathrooms and toilets, and for general cleaning purposes in and around the house. It is not for drinking, nor watering the plants.