Are You Prepared for a Tornado?

The American Red Cross says one of the best ways to prepare for a tornado is to have an emergency preparedness kit for your family with:

• Water—one gallon per person, per day (3­+ day supply)

• Food—non­perishable, easy ­to ­prepare items (3­+ day supply) and manual can opener

• Flashlight

• Battery­powered or hand­crank radio (NOAA Weather Radio, if possible)

• Extra batteries

• First aid kit

• Medications (7­day supply) and medical items

• Multi­purpose tool

• Sanitation and personal hygiene items

• Copies of personal documents (medication list and pertinent medical information, proof of address, deed/lease to home, passports, birth certificates, insurance policies)

• Cell phone with chargers

• Family and emergency contact information

• Extra cash

• Emergency blanket

• Whistle

• Extra clothing, hat and sturdy shoes

• Blankets or sleeping bags

• Pet supplies (collar, leash, ID, food, carrier, bowl)

• Extra set of car keys and house keys

• Towels

• Work gloves

• Tools/supplies to secure your home, such as plastic sheeting, Duct tape and scissors