What to Take With You

An emergency evacuation may require you to be away from your house for a few hours or for several days. With assistance from the American Red Cross, the reception center will provide you with food, cots and first aid. Therefore, take only essential items with you when you leave. Such items might include:

• The Emergency Planning Guide
• Household Emergency Plan
• Family contact cards
• A change of clothing
• Toilet articles
• Prescription medications
• Special dietary foods
• Baby supplies
• Pet supplies
• Checkbook, credit cards and important papers
• Blankets, pillows and towel