Preparedness Assessment

Are you prepared for the next public health emergency?


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1. Does your household have at least a 3-day supply of fresh drinking water (1 gallon per person per day including water for any pets)?
2. Does your household have at least a 3-day supply of non-perishable foods that takes into consideration any special dietary needs, babies or pets (i.e. canned goods, protein bars, dried cereal and baby formula)?
3. Do you have an emergency response kit that includes first aid items, a flashlight, batteries, matches, a utility knife, a battery-operated radio, a blanket, latex gloves and extra clothing?
4. Do you have an emergency supply of over-the-counter and/or prescription medications and medical equipment?
5. Are you aware of the potential hazards in your area (i.e. hurricanes, chemical spills, heavy snowfall)?
6. Has your household established a plan for contacting and reuniting with each other in the event you cannot return home during an emergency?
7. Have you established a specific plan for how you would evacuate from your home?
8. Do you know your community's emergency plan and where to get timely information?
9. Do you have extra cash saved in the event your place of work or bank closes for an extended period of time?
10. Do you have important documents such as personal identification and medical and financial records stored in a secured location?