Mar 19
Get ready for the Hurricane Season
I know it may seem early to talk about it, but if you wait till June 1st, you’ll be too late to do very much. One thing that seems to be a must is a home generator. There are many sizes and options for generators. There are portable and permanent - partial and whole house - gas, propane, lp gas, diesel, solar cells and more.
Using a home generator to run your whole house is the best way to protect your home during a severe storm, though a more expensive out of pocket, the benefits seem well worth it. Having your whole house on a back up generator system that automatically kicks in - makes life truly easy.
If you are considering a whole home generator system, then contact BSA Power Solutions. BSA offers propane and natural gas generator solutions.
BSA Power Solutions provides the sales, installation, maintenance and service for our emergency standby generators for your home or business. They are owned and operated by a state licensed electrical contractor, so they do not sub contract our generator installations or service. This makes BSA a one stop shop for your home generator purchase. BSA is based in Broward County Florida, providing standby generator solutions all the communities of Broward and Palm Beach counties.
BSA Power Solutions
6830 NW 20th Ave
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33309
Phone: (954) 424-0998
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March 20th, 2007 at 11:59 am
This is a collection of information for hurricane supplies:
Hurricane Preparations
After a disaster, local officials and relief workers will be on the scene, but they cannot reach everyone immediately. You could get help in hours, or it may take days. It is best to prepare for the event of a hurricane and be as self sufficient as you are able.
One way to prepare is by assembling a Disaster Supplies Kit. Once disaster hits, you won’t have time to shop or search for supplies. But if you’ve gathered supplies in advance, your family can endure an evacuation or home confinement.
To Prepare Your Kit
You may need your supplies if your family is confined at home. Place the supplies you’d most likely need for an evacuation in an easy-to-carry container.
There are six basics you should stock for your home: water, food, first aid supplies, clothing and bedding, tools and emergency supplies and special items. Keep the items that you would most likely need during an evacuation in an easy-to carry container.
Possible containers include:
a large, covered trash container
a camping backpack
or a duffle bag
Water
Store water in plastic containers such as soft drink bottles. Avoid using containers that will decompose or break, such as milk cartons or glass bottles. A normally active person needs to drink at least two quarts of water each day. Hot environments and intense physical activity can
double that amount. Children, nursing mothers and ill people will need more.
Store one gallon of water per person. Keep at least a three-day supply of per day (two quarts for drinking, two quarts of water for each person in your household for food preparation/sanitation.)
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First-Aid Kit
Assemble a first-aid kit for your home and one for each car. A first-aid kit should include:
Sterile adhesive bandages in assorted sizes
Assorted sizes of safety pins
Cleansing agent/soap
Latex gloves (2 pair)
Sunscreen
2-inch sterile gauze pads (4-6)
4-inch sterile gauze pads (4-6)
Triangular bandages (3)
Non-prescription drugs
2-inch sterile roller bandages (3 rolls)
3-inch sterile roller bandages (3 rolls)
Scissors
Tweezers
Needle
Moistened towelettes
Antiseptic
Thermometer
Tongue blades (2)
Tube of petroleum jelly or other lubricant
Non-Prescription Drugs.
Aspirin or nonaspirin pain reliever
Anti-diarrhea medication
Antacid (for stomach upset)
Syrup of Ipecac (use to induce vomiting if advised by the Poison Control
Center)
Laxative
Activated charcoal (use if advised by the Poison Control Center)
Tools and Supplies
Mess kits, or paper cups, plates and plastic utensils
Emergency preparedness manual
Battery operated radio and extra batteries
Flashlight and extra batteries
Cash or traveler’s checks, change
Non-electric can opener, utility knife
Fire extinguisher: small canister A-B-C type
Tube tent
Pliers
Tape
Compass
Matches in a waterproof container
Aluminum foil
Plastic storage containers
Signal flare
Paper, pencil
Needles, thread
Medicine dropper
Shut-off wrench, to turn off household gas and water
Whistle
Plastic sheeting
Map of the area (for locating shelters)
Sanitation
Toilet paper, towelettes
Soap, liquid detergent
Feminine supplies
Personal hygiene items
Plastic garbage bags, ties (for personal sanitation uses)
Plastic bucket with tight lid
Disinfectant
Household chlorine bleach
Clothing and Bedding
At least one complete change of clothing and footwear per person.
Sturdy shoes or work boots
Rain gear
Blankets or sleeping bags
Bath towels
Hat and gloves
Thermal underwear
Sunglasses
Special Items
Remember family members with special needs, such as infants and elderly or
disabled persons
For Baby
Formula
Diapers
Bottles
Powdered milk
Medications
For Adults
Heart and high blood pressure medication
Insulin
Prescription drugs
Denture needs
Contact lenses and supplies
Extra eye glasses
Entertainment
Games and books
Important Family Documents
Keep these records in a waterproof, portable container:
1) Wills, insurance policies, contracts deeds, stocks and bonds
2) Passports, social security cards, immunization records
3) Bank account numbers
4) Credit card account numbers and companies
5) Inventory of valuable household goods
6) Important telephone numbers
7) Family records (birth, marriage, death certificates)
Storing Your Disaster Kit
Store your kit in a convenient place known to all family members. Keep a
smaller version of the Disaster Supplies Kit in the trunk of your car.
Keep items in air tight plastic bags. Change your stored water supply every six months so it stays fresh. Replace your stored food every six months. Re-think your kit and family needs at least once a year. Replace batteries, update clothes, etc.
Ask your physician or pharmacist about storing prescription medications.
Other thoughts:
Gather supplies early
Store loose outdoor items
Anchor small sheds
Trim dead branches from trees and shrubs
Put chorine in pool; protect filter motor
Shutter,Tape or board up windows
Fill gas tank of cars; park in safe place
Remove valuables (furniture and rugs) from floor of house
Move furniture away from window; cover with plastic
Put important documents in waterproof container
Keep tuned to radio or television for the latest information
Note:
1) Design your plan to keep your family self-sufficient for four days until relief operations are effective.
2) Mark each item with date of purchase.
3) Buy new food each year on your birthday or two months before hurricane season starts and use last years supplies for regular meals.
Sample Emergency list:
Food
Store at least a four-day supply of non-perishable food. Select foods that require no refrigeration, preparation or cooking and little or no water. If you must heat food, pack a can of sterno.
Select food items that are compact and lightweight. Include a selection of the following foods in your Disaster Supplies Kit: Ready-to-eat canned meats, fruits and vegetables
DRY FOOD - adjust the amount for the number of family members - I am assuming a family of 4
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1 box Saltine Crackers
5 Lb Rice
1 box Granola Bars
1 box Potato Sticks
1 box Instant Oatmeal
2 jars Peanut Butter
1 bag M&M’s
2 bags Pre-sweetened Kool-aid
2 boxes Macaroni & Cheese
2 boxes Cup-a-soup
1 box Raisins
2 boxes Jello
1 jar Instant Coffee
1 box Tea
1 box Sugar
1 jar Creamer
CANNED GOODS - adjust the amount for the number of family members - I am assuming a family of 4
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4 cans Pork&Beans or Vegetarian beans
4 cans White potatoes
4 cans Corn
4 cans Green beans
4 cans Soup - Chicken Noodle
4 cans Spaghetti & meatballs
4 cans Ravioli
10 cans Tuna fish
1 can Chili
2 cans Beef Stew
4 can Pears
4 can Fruit cocktail
1 can Pineapple
1 can Peaches
1 6pack Applesauce
WATER - adjust the amount for the number of family members - I am assuming a family of 4
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( 3) 1 Gal Bottled Water
1 gallon per person per day
4 gallons/day
28 gallons per week
112 quarts per week
STAPLES - adjust the amount for the number of family members - I am assuming a family of 4
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1 Battery Alarm clock
1 Can opener
50 each Paper Plates
50 each Hot Cups
50 each Plastic spoons
1 box Aluminum Foil
2 bars Soap
1 bottle Shampoo
3 rolls Toilet paper
3 rolls Paper towels
1 roll Masking tape
1 roll Duct tape
6 Boxes Matches or (2-3) butane lighters
8 D Batteries
8 C Batteries
16 AA Batteries
2 Flashlights
1 Portable Radio
1 bottle Clorox Bleach
1 Medicine Dropper
1 Sterno Stove or a Gas BBQ
1 First Aid Kit
1 Box Sanitary Napkins
1 Envelope with $200.00 in $10, $1 & $5’s
1 Bag Pet food - if you have a pet
CAMPING SUPPLIES - adjust the amount for the number of family members - I am assuming a family of 4
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4 Sleeping Bags
4 Blankets, Pillow
1 Mosquito Repellent, Netting
4 Camping mattress
1 Lantern
1 gallon Lantern Fuel
1 Camp Stove (If you don’t have one, get a small Sterno stove) or gas BBQ
1 filled propane gas tank for BBQ
1 set of cooking utensils for BBQ
1 Cooking Kit - pots, pans, kettle
HOME REPAIR SUPPLIES
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(4) 4×8 Plywood
(4) 4×8 Tarps
(200) 10# & Roofing Nails
(1) Hammer
(1) Cordless drill
(4) Work Gloves
(1) roll Visqueen - Plastic roll
Brooms and Mops
Caulk and Caulk gun
Cleaning supplies and disinfectant
Chain saw with fuel, Hand saw, shears
Plastic trash bags
100ft of Rope
Pails and buckets
CLOTHING - adjust the amount for the number of family members - I am assuming a family of 4
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(4) sets - 2 changes of Clothing
(4) Toilet Kits
(4) Towels
(4) Sturdy Footwear