Natural disasters like hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, and blizzards can strike without warning. When an emergency occurs, you want to be safe and secure in your storm shelter so that you can weather out the storm. What should go into your shelter depends on how long you need it to provide protection — short-term or long-term. In this post, FamilySAFE Shelters is here to share some of the important things to take with you no matter how long you will need to take shelter. Continue reading to learn more, and contact us today for a free quote on your steel storm shelter!
First Aid Kit
A first aid kit is a must for any emergency. It should include bandages or gauze, plus other items such as tweezers and antibiotic ointment that can help you and your family stay healthy in case of injury. You'll also need to include painkillers, allergy medication, anti-diarrheal medicine, and any prescription medications that you or a family member rely on on a daily basis.
Food and Water
You will want to include enough food and water for a few days for each person in the shelter. This should include food items with high nutritional value so you don't lose your energy when you need it most. That means no junk food, but rather items like peanut butter and crackers, beef jerky, trail mix, and other protein-filled foods that are easy to eat in any situation.
Flashlights and/or Candles
A reliable light source is another must-have item to include in your emergency kit for a storm shelter. Flashlights are especially useful because they allow you to move around inside the shelter without turning on any lights that might attract attention from outside, plus it's much easier than trying to navigate using candles or lanterns. However, FamilySAFE Shelters recommends having spare candles or lanterns, as well as extra batteries in case your flashlight dies.
Clothing and Extra Blankets
Clothing and sturdy shoes for everyone in the family are a must. Remember that your clothing should be comfortable, but also protective against weather conditions like rain or snow. Keeping an extra pair of clothes for each individual is recommended. Additionally, you should keep some extra blankets in your steel storm shelter to ensure everyone stays cozy and warm in case it gets cold.
The above-ground storm shelters and steel storm shelters we sell at FamilySAFE Shelters come in a variety of sizes to accommodate your family’s specific needs. If you're looking for extra protection against natural disasters, don't wait! Order your storm shelter today, and be prepared for when disaster strikes. Contact our team at FamilySAFE Shelters with any additional questions!