Be prepared

 
You will need to have:

Emergency Survival Items

• Torch with spare batteries
• Radio with spare batteries
• Wind and water proof clothing, sun hats and strong shoes
• First aid kit and essential medicines
• Blankets or sleeping bags
• Pet supplies
• Emergency toilet, a shovel and toilet paper
• Face and dust masks
• Check batteries every three months

Food and water for 3 day or more

• Non-perishable food (Canned or dried)
• Food, formula and drinks for babies and small children
• Water (at least three litres per person per day)
• A primus or gas barbeque to cook on
• A can opener
• Stock enough for two weeks.  Check and replace food and water every 12 months

Get away Kits

Everyone in the house should have a getaway kit kept in an easily accessible place, containing:

• Torch and radio with spare batteries
• Hearing aids with spare batteries, glasses or mobility aids.
• Emergency water and easy to carry food
• Supplies of any special dietary items
• First aid kit and essential medicines
• Food for infants or young children
• Change of clothing (wind/waterproof)
• Tolietries
• Blanket or sleeping bag
• Face or dust mask
• Pet supplies
• Copies of Identification  (Passport, birth, marriage certificates, drivers licence)
• Financial (insurance policies and mortgage)
• Copies of precious photographs.

How to store water:

• Wash bottles (not milk bottles) thoroughly in hot water. Fill with tap water till overflowing.
• Add 5 drops of household bleach per litre, or half a teaspoon per 10 litres.
• Store in a cool dark place and replace every 12 months.

If you have to evacuate:

• Take your getaway kit
• Turn off electricity, gas and water
• Take your pets

Make sure that you have a household plan

• Have you earthquake proofed you house?
• Who will pick the kids up?
• If you can’t get home where will you meet or leave a message?
• Who is responsible for checking the emergency supplies?

If you require any assistance in preparing for an emergency, contact the Grey District Civil Defence Emergency Management Officer, Allan Wilson, at the Council - Click here>> to email Allan or you can call him on +64 3 769 8600 or visit www.getthru.govt.nz.