EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS TIPS

It's natural -- disasters happen. But having a personal emergency plan and adequate supplies can boost your level of comfort when the unexpected occurs, whether it's an earthquake, hurricane, storm or other crisis.

When putting together home emergency supplies, experts recommend storing one gallon of bottled water per person per day and enough canned or shelf-stable food for up to a week.

• We recommend storing one-gallon or two-and-a-half-gallon size bottles for easy handling. You may want to store bottles of water in different locations for easy access.

   

• Put supplies in a large container such as a plastic trash can with a lid and store it in a cool, dark place away from any chemicals or solvents.

   

• Label each food and water item with date of purchase or note the expiration date or "use by" date.

   

• For maximum freshness, rotate food and bottled water every six months.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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