Be Ready With An Emergency Supply Kit

4/19/2019 (Permalink)

Warmer temperatures bring lots of visitors to Monmouth County but rising temps also bring the threat of severe storms. As we approach the start of the 2019 Hurricane Season, it is important to take the proper steps to ensure your safety and the safety of your family, friends and neighbors. Encourage those around you to put together an Emergency Supply Kit and plan. Being proactive can be a lifesaver when disaster strikes. Here are items to consider for your Emergency Supply Kit:

• Water (1 gal per person per day)
• 3 day non-perishable food supply
• Manual can opener
• First Aid Kit
• Weather Radio with extra batteries
• Flashlight with extra batteries
• Waterproof matches
• Extra clothing
• Dust masks
• Small tool kit
• Hygiene items
• Cash
• ID and important documents like insurance policies etc.
• Fire extinguisher
• Plastic sheeting or garbage bags
• Duct tape
• Local maps
• Cell Phone Charge Blocks
• Whistle to signal for help

Severe weather calls for immediate action. Once you and your family are safe the clean-up can begin. The professionals at SERVPRO of Howell/Wall are always ready to take action during any disaster. We’ll help get your life and home back to normal in the aftermath of severe storms. We are here 24 hours a day providing emergency response to Monmouth County neighbors. Reach us at (732) 577-1010. We will help you weather any storm.