We are entering the tornado and hurricane season in the Midwest and the East coast. Additionally, civil unrest has plagued a number of our cities. Emergencies come in all shapes and sizes.
Here are materials that you should have on hand in the event of a weather or manmade disaster visits you:
1. Dehumidifier
2. Battery-operated or hand-crank NOAA Weather Radio to get critical information from the National Weather Service
3. 50-ft extension cord (grounded)
4. Portable electric fan
5. Wet vacuum
6. Paper towels and sponges
7. Mop and broom
8. Gloves (rubber/leather); rubber boots and aprons for cleanup
9. Plastic sheeting or tarps
10. Scissors and duct tape
11. Hurricane lamp and oil, or battery powered-light
12. Emergency contact information for your business, including vendors, employees, local repair firms
13. Camera to take photos of damage
14. Water
15. Food (nonperishable)
16. Flashlight
17. Extra batteries
18. First-aid kit
19. Multi-purpose tool
20. Emergency blanket
21. Map(s) of the area
22. Tools/supplies for securing your business (hammer, nails, tarps; if you have storage available, plywood)
23. Extra set of keys
24. Copies of business documents on a flash drive and backed up to an off-site computer
Be proactive! Develop a plan and execute!
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