ALERT prepare inventory on this list as a minimum LIST

____ Medicine supply
____ White gas or propane tanks for lanterns and stoves (dual fuel stove & lanterns can use regular gas cheap to operate)
____ ESTABLISH A CONTACT PLAN where to meet friends and family where to leave messages should the phone systems go down.
____ SECURE LOOSE OBJECTS OUTSIDE.  get rid of loose objects as they become projectiles in a hurricane.
____ check SUMP PUMP and backup power, clear filters, do a test run if not used regularly
____ fill empty milk cartons and freeze for ice blocks, will give you enough time to slowly deplete refrigerated items over a few days if long power outage occurs.
____ start taking food and supply inventory and purchase whats missing
____ backup computer data and store in safe place while you still have power
____ have a wireline telephone that doesn't run from AC power

 IMMINENT move to safe area if likely to hit. Depending on Hurricane Category level you may not be able to shelter in place and have to relocate to a public shelter.

____ portable aircompressor /battery booster from COSTCO is recommended. charge it up if not charged
____ GENERATOR  monthly test run to keep it in shape, use the fuel preservative additive to stop the fuel from gumming up. cycle gas supply as much as possible
____ GAS up AUTOMOBILES
____ SPARE GAS for generator/ and have spare oil supply
____ WATER (4 weeks) MINIMUM
____ FOOD (4 weeks) MINIMUM
____ Store valuables in ice chest(waterproof)
____ store STILL PICTURES in zip loc bags in waterproof containers as Military Ammo Cans, Pelican Cases etc.
____ store VIDEO CAMERA TAPES in zip loc bags in waterproof containers as Military Ammo Cans, Pelican Cases etc.
____ store HOUSE PAPERWORK insurance policies, titles, ownership papers certificates etc in zip loc bags in waterproof containers as Military Ammo Cans, Pelican Cases etc.
____ take PHOTOS of INTERIOR of house for insurance purposes. (turn on date stamp if camera has one)
____ additionally fill bath tub, trash cans etc. for as much (NON POTABLE WATER)
____ can goods, non perishable foods write dates on cans when purchased, rotate inventory to always have stock
 

THINGS TO DO IF YOU EVACUATE

____ turn off CIRCUIT BREAKER to house
____ turn off WATER LINE
____ turn off GAS LINE

PERSONAL STORM PACK <72hrs>*

____ First aid kit, aspirin and any medical supplies for 2 weeks
____ Hat
____ Shoes Socks,  fast dry microfiber clothing light weight
____ Jacket or Pancho light weight
____ LED Flashlight as single AA cell CMG Infinity Ultra which will last for days 
____ Spare batteries AA (duracell pack from costco)
____ Zip loc bags
____ wash n dry or purell 
____ Knife with  can opener (leatherman juice multitool from costco lighter then others as its aluminum)
____ leather gloves for debris (costco or hardware store)
____ AM/FM radio  (on that takes only 2 AA batteries longs or other)
____ watch (water resistant)
____ sunscreen 
____ toiletry kit
____ mosquito repellent (deep woods off)
___ collapsible 5 gal water container (optional)
____ pen, small writing tablet pocket size 
____ garbage bags to keep dry (clothes, valuables etc)
___ potable water purifier tablets (longs drugs)
___ cell phone and mobile charger
____ bottled water 6 bottles

____ misc food snacks MREs easy to carry

LONG DURATION ADDITIONAL SUPPLIES

____ Water purifier or tablets
____ Water storage containers
____ tent & or bedding
____ compact shovel
____ road maps
____ EZ Tarp fold out tarp shelter
____ Mosquito head gear
____ CASES OF BOTTLED WATER
____ RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES WITH 12V CAR CHARGER OR DURACELL PACKS FROM COSTCO
 

RECOVERY SUPPLIES
____ Duct tape lots of it
____ Tarps
____ Hammer and nails
____ Rope
____ Secure power tools in waterproof area
____ Extension cords/ battery operated power tools with mobile charger or inverter
____ crow bar 
____ Tywraps

CHAIN SAW
____ Gas can
____ Bar oil
____ Engine oil
____ Gloves

GAS STOVE
____ White gas or propane tanks

GAS LANTERN
____ Lantern
____ White gas
____ Mantles
____ Matches
____ Fuel filter