Some of the items you will need to stay safe and healthy are still in high demand --like hand sanitizer, soap and toilet paper.
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Since some of those items are hard to find, start making your kit now. It's never too early to be prepared. The other addition you will need this year is a face covering.
On top of your face covering and hand sanitizer, don't forget the basics.
You need to have one gallon of water per person to last 2 weeks. The same goes for non-perishable foods, including the can opener.
You could be without power for days, so you need a flashlight and batteries. Don't forget a battery powered charger for your smartphone -- that way you can stay connected.
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You will also need personal items like insurance documents and a birth certificate. Ziplock bags are perfect for keeping those protected from water.
If you take medication, you'll want to have at least a week's supply. The pharmacy could be hard to get to after a storm.
Cash is king after a storm and so is gas. Make sure you have stash of both.
We can't control what a storm will do but we can control how we prepare.