• Flashlights and several sets of batteries for each member of the family.
• Portable radio and batteries.
• Drinking Water. A supply of one gallon per person, per day for a minimum of three days.
• Non-perishable Food. A two-week supply is best. (This means things in cans - oh boy!)
• Special dietary foods.
• Non-electric can opener.
• Prescription medications. Always keep a two-week supply on hand.
• Infant supplies that include sterile water, diapers, ready formula, bottles, etc.  (This one goes for pet supplies for those of us with furry children)
• Mosquito repellent.
• First aid kit including a first aid book, bandages, antiseptic, tape, compresses, aspirin and nonaspirin pain reliever, antidiarrhea medication and antacid.
• Distress flag and/or whistle.
• Toilet paper, paper towels and pre-moistened towelettes.
• Camera and film.  (I didn't get the reason for this one right away, but you will need to document damages for your insurance claims.  Also make sure your battery is fresh, or that you have extras.)
• Coolers. One to keep food and another to transport ice.
• Plastic tarp, roofing paper, nails, tools, etc.
• Plastic trash bags.
• Clean-up supplies including a mop, buckets, towels, disinfectant, etc.
• Water purification kit. Tablets, plain chlorine and iodine.

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