Prepare for hurricanes, tornadoes, thunderstorms, winter outages, extreme heat and other household disruptions with hazard-specific checklists built on the same core preparedness system.
Before severe weather, reduce avoidable failures: charge devices, secure outdoor items, check alerts, locate emergency lighting, protect food and water plans, and make sure everyone knows the safest…
Read guide →A power outage during extreme heat can become a health emergency because air conditioning and fans may stop. The plan should include hydration, communication, a cooler destination and…
Read guide →Preparedness for older adults should center on medication, mobility, communication, temperature safety, medical equipment and a support network—not on buying a different kind of emergency kit.
Read guide →Families with a baby need the same household basics plus feeding supplies, diapers, sanitation, temperature planning, medication and a portable evacuation layer sized for the child's actual routine.
Read guide →A pet emergency kit should cover food, water, medication, identification, leash/carrier, waste supplies and veterinary information for the same period you plan for the rest of the household.
Read guide →A car emergency kit should focus on problems that can happen away from home: communication, visibility, weather protection, first aid, water, simple food and vehicle-specific essentials. Keep it…
Read guide →Tornado preparedness starts with knowing the safest available shelter location and having alerts, shoes, lighting, communication and essential supplies ready to move there quickly.
Read guide →Severe thunderstorms can bring damaging wind, lightning, hail, flash flooding and power outages. Prepare for alerts, indoor shelter, short-term power loss and safe travel decisions before storms arrive.
Read guide →Prepare for hurricane outages as multi-day events: charge everything early, protect food, store water, plan communication and decide how you will manage heat, medical needs and evacuation if…
Read guide →Apartment preparedness uses the same basics as any home but requires extra planning for limited storage, elevators, shared utilities, electronic entry, evacuation routes and restrictions on fuel-burning equipment.
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