At Brent Young Agency LLC, we highly value the safety of our Manchester, CT neighbors. This is particularly important during the hurricane season. We’ve developed a guide to assembling a hurricane readiness kit. Though June 1st, the opening day of the Atlantic hurricane season, may feel like a while away, it’s important to prepare early. The 2023 Tropical Storm Arlene is a perfect example of a storm striking even before the start of the hurricane season.
Building an Emergency Kit
Hurricanes do not adhere to official schedules, so preparation must be done early. It’s ideal to have a preparedness kit for both your home and your vehicle. Here are some essentials you should consider:
- You need a three-day supply of water for evacuation, a gallon per person per day, or a two-week supply if you decide to shelter in place.
- A three-day supply of non-perishable food for evacuation, such as Meals Ready to Eat (MREs), and a two-week supply for shelter-in-place are recommended.
- Can opener
- Multipurpose tool, like a Swiss Army knife
- Flashlight with extra batteries
- Hand-crank or battery-powered NOAA Weather Radio
- First aid kit
- Medications and medical devices
- Personal hygiene items
- Bath towels
- Plastic sheeting and duct tape for emergency patching
- Scissors and work gloves
- Copies of personal documents and prescriptions
- Cell phone with charger and an extra battery
- Family and emergency contact information
- Cash
- Extra fuel for your generator and automobile
If you have infants, be sure to include formula, extra diapers, and a comforting blanket. Also, remember your pets’ needs: pack their food, water, medications, and toys.
At Brent Young Agency LLC, we are committed to ensuring your safety during hurricane seasons. Now’s the perfect time to check your hurricane insurance coverage. We serve Manchester, CT, and the surrounding area with comprehensive hurricane insurance to maintain their financial security in the wake of these storms. So start building your preparedness kit today and make sure you have suitable insurance coverage in place as well.
