Here are some food and supply tips to best prepare during and after a hurricane to keep you and your family safe and healthy.

Prepare an emergency food and medicine supply:

• Put together a 3 to 5 day supply of non-perishable foods
• Make sure to have enough baby food or formula (if needed)
• Gather any prescription medicines

Prepare an emergency water supply:

• Have at least 5 gallons of water per person (which should be enough to last 3 to 5 days)
• Gather clean containers for water
• Get supplies to make your drinking water safe (like iodine tablets or chlorine bleach)

Gather safety items:

• First aid supples
• Battery-powered radio
• Flashlights
• Extra batteries
• Candles or lamps with fuel
• Cell phone with chargers and a backup battery
• Utility tarp and string

Gather personal items:

• Hand sanitizer
• Wet cleaning cloths (like baby wipes) in case you don’t have clean water
• Soap
• Toothpaste
• Tampons and pads
• Diapers

Tip: Make sure your supplies are stored together in a place that’s easy to reach.

Click here to watch to how to prepare a simple emergency food and supply kit.