Must-have hurricane supplies

TAMPA - MUST-HAVE SUPPLIES

• Cash (ATMs may not work after the storm)
• Cellular phone
• Drinking water (at least 7 gallons per person)
• Prescription medicine, (2 week supply)
• Camera and film
• Books, magazines and toys
• Ice chest and ice
• Disposable plates, glasses, and utensils
• Manual can opener
• Battery-operated TV/radio and clock
• Spare batteries
• Flashlights/lanterns
• Toilet paper
• Diapers and wipes
• Baby food/formula
• First Aid kit
• Plastic sheeting/tarp
• Duct or masking tape
• Nails, rope, lumber, tools
• Plastic garbage bags
• Insect repellent, sunscreen
• Disinfectant
• Soap and detergent
• Bleach for sterilization (unscented with hypochlorite, the only active ingredient)
• Tincture of iodine, or water purification tablets
• Rain gear
• Fire extinguisher
• Fuel for generators and cars
• Propane gas (for grills)
• Charcoal and lighter fluid
• Waterproof matches/sterno
• Special needs

Non-Perishable Foods

• Powdered milk, evaporated milk or Parmalat milk
• Canned meats & fish (tuna, ham, etc.)
• Canned fruits and vegetables
• Dried foods (spaghetti, rice, etc.)
• Canned soups, chili
• Dried fruit and nuts
• Cereal
• Crackers and cookies
• Coffee and tea
• Peanut butter and jelly
• Pudding
• Pet food and medicine