Friday, August 26, 2011

Hurricane Irene Delaware Locations Supply List, Events & Tips


I been hearing of many Delaware locations that are out of certain items and others that still have the items we need to prepare for hurricane Irene.  I thought it would be helpful to put together a list for everyone.  Send me your tips!

Target- Naamans Road
Out of Water
Out of Flashlights
Has Bread
Almost out of Milk

Super G's- location?
Out of D batteries 
Out of Water

Lowe's-location?
Out of D batteries  
Out of Water

Walgreens-location?
Out of D batteries 
Out of Water

Kmart-location?
Out of D batteries 
Out of Water


Events:
Newark Foods Farmers Market Cancelled this Sunday 8/28
The Phillie Phanatic Rinse & Raise Fundraiser has been rescheduled for Sun. 9/18/11. Phillie Phanatic will meet you at Seasons -Concord Pike

Other tips:
Gas is running low in Sussex County Delaware as commuters leave the Resorts
Caution Rt 50 and Rt 90 Jams, Rt 1 is closed in many locations
Most of this info is from word of mouth, If you find any info to be inaccurate, please let me know.

Recommended Items to Include in a Basic Emergency Supply Kit:
  • Water, one gallon of water per person per day for at least three days, for drinking and sanitation
  • Food, at least a three-day supply of non-perishable food
  • Battery-powered or hand crank radio and a NOAA Weather Radio with tone alert and extra batteries for both
  • Flashlight and extra batteries
  • First aid kit
  • Whistle to signal for help
  • Dust mask, to help filter contaminated air and plastic sheeting and duct tape to shelter-in-place
  • Moist towelettes, garbage bags and plastic ties for personal sanitation
  • Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities
  • Can opener for food (if kit contains canned food)
  • Local maps
  • Cell phone with chargers, inverter or solar charger
Additional Items to Consider Adding to an Emergency Supply Kit:
  • Prescription medications and glasses
  • Infant formula and diapers
  • Pet food and extra water for your pet
  • Cash or traveler's checks and change
  • Important family documents such as copies of insurance policies, identification and bank account records in a waterproof, portable container. You can use the Emergency Financial First Aid Kit (EFFAK) - PDF, 277Kb) developed by Operation Hope, FEMA and Citizen Corps to help you organize your information.
  • Emergency reference material such as a first aid book or information from www.ready.gov.
  • Sleeping bag or warm blanket for each person. Consider additional bedding if you live in a cold-weather climate.
  • Complete change of clothing including a long sleeved shirt, long pants and sturdy shoes. Consider additional clothing if you live in a cold-weather climate.
  • Household chlorine bleach and medicine dropper – When diluted nine parts water to one part bleach, bleach can be used as a disinfectant. Or in an emergency, you can use it to treat water by using 16 drops of regular household liquid bleach per gallon of water. Do not use scented, color safe or bleaches with added cleaners.
  • Fire Extinguisher
  • Matches in a waterproof container
  • Feminine supplies and personal hygiene items
  • Mess kits, paper cups, plates and plastic utensils, paper towels
  • Paper and pencil
  • Books, games, puzzles or other activities for children
List found at www.Ready.gov

Last updated Friday 10:28 am

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