Space Coast Credit Union

• Water - at least 1 gallon daily per person for 3 to 7 days. Use clean containers for storing drinking water. Food-grade plastic containers that have screw caps, such as 2-liter soda bottles, are best. Plastic milk jugs, though they can be leaky, will do in a pinch.
• Food - at least enough for 3 to 7 days
  • non-perishable packaged or canned food / juices
  • foods for infants or the elderly
  • snack foods
  • non-electric can opener
  • cooking tools / fuel
  • paper plates / plastic utensils
• Disposable plastic eating utensils, to help you save water.
• Hand-operated can opener
• Gallon-sized freezer bags for making ice: You'll want to fill them with water and freeze as many as you can a few days before the storm is expected to arrive.
• Household bleach, without lemon scent, to purify water.
• Blankets / Pillows, etc.
• Clothing - seasonal / rain gear/ sturdy shoes
• First Aid Kit / Medicines / Prescription Drugs
• Special Items - for babies and the elderly
• Toiletries / Hygiene items / Moisture wipes
• Soap with a covered plastic container
• Flashlight for each member of the family with extra batteries
• Radio - Battery operated and NOAA weather radio
• Telephones - Fully charged cell phone with extra battery and a traditional (not cordless) telephone set
• Cash (with some small bills) and Credit Cards
  • SCCU ATMs, as well as stand-alone ATMs, will remain operable and available for member cash withdrawals and deposits, as long as there is no damage or loss of power. But, plan ahead –– at least a couple of days –– to withdraw needed funds out of the ATM; don't wait until the day you're trying to evacuate.
• Keys
• Toys, Books and Games
• Important documents - in a waterproof container or watertight resealable plastic bag
  • insurance, medical records, bank account numbers, Social Security card, etc.
• Vehicle fuel tanks filled
• Pet care items
  • proper identification / immunization records / medications
  • ample supply of food and water
  • a carrier or cage
  • muzzle and leash
• Mosquito repellent
• Several boxes of garbage bags, with ties, to collect refuse and store goods to keep them dry.
• Tools: see our Must-Have Tools and Other Materials Checklist

When you are collecting supplies make sure you have enough of everything for at least two weeks. Keep supplies in airtight containers or plastic bags.

• Hand Saw
• Plywood or Storm Shutters
• Claw Hammer
• Pliers/Vice Grips
• Shovel
• Flashlight & Batteries
• Generator
• Weather Radio
• Push Broom
• Utility Knife
• Work Gloves
• Fire Extinguisher
• Chainsaw
• Extension Cords
• Plywood or Storm Shutters
• Tarp: canvas or 6-mil plastic sheeting. Good for making temporary roof repairs or tents
• Charcoal or Gas Grill. Don’t forget a supply of fuel so you can cook if you are left without electricity or gas. Never use a grill inside.
• Lantern with extra fuel or batteries
• Rope or heavy cord. Get 100 feet. It can be useful an many ways. As a clothesline, for example.
• Safety razor blades
• Whistle or air horn
• Duct tape and masking tape.
• Radio or battery-powered TV with extra batteries
• Fuel for your generator or chain saw
• Oven mitts, for handling hot cookware.

• Florida Division of Emergency Management
• Brevard County Office of Emergency Management
• Broward County Emergency Management Division
• Clay County Emergency Management
• Duval County Emergency Management
• Flagler County Emergency Management
• Hillsborough Emergency Management
• Indian River County Emergency Services
• Miami-Dade County Department of Emergency Management
• Nassau County Emergency Management
• Orange County Office of Emergency Management
• Osceola County Office of Emergency Management
• Palm Beach County Emergency Management
• Pinellas County Emergency Management
• Seminole County Department of Public Safety
• St. Johns County Department of Emergency Management
• St. Lucie Emergency Operations Center
• Volusia County Office of Emergency Management