Month 1

Planning

• Build your Grab-n-Go Binder
• Think about what disasters you are planning for (see Chapter 1 - Hazards).
• Sign up for Citizen Alert
• Install smoke detector or change their batteries, if needed.

Training - Train or Be Trained

• Choose an evacuation location, one on each side of any river you cross.
• Consider finding a location across the county in case your entire community needs to be evacuated.

Supplies - Gather or Purchase

Get binder with clear sleeves or thumb drive to store documents listed in your Grab-n-Go Binder. Add one gallon of water per person or pet to your supplies. Aim to add a three day supply of water per person and pet each month. (Since you'll be adding each month, consider how
you want to purchase it: cases, gallons, 5 gallons, 20 gallons or large drums.)