Hurricane Preparedness Checklist: Health Essentials Every Florida Family Should Pack
Hurricane season is part of life in Florida. Most people remember batteries, bottled water, and flashlights. What often gets forgotten are the healthcare essentials that become just as important during an emergency.
Taking a few minutes to prepare today can save a lot of stress later.
Important to Add to Your Hurricane Preparedness Checklist
Build Your Health Emergency Kit
Along with your regular hurricane supplies, make sure you have:
- A list of all medications for each family member
- Several days of prescription medication if available
- A basic first aid kit
- Pain relievers and fever reducers
- Hand sanitizer
- Bandages and antiseptic
- Copies of important medical documents
- Emergency phone numbers
- Extra batteries for medical devices if needed
Keep everything together in a waterproof container that is easy to grab if you need to leave quickly.
Don't Wait Until A Storm is Approaching
If someone in your family has a medical condition, review your emergency plan before hurricane season reaches its peak.
Keep Your Important Information Together
Save important phone numbers in your phone and keep printed copies with your emergency supplies. Having quick access to your healthcare information can make a difficult situation much easier.
Preparing for hurricane season is not about expecting the worst. It is about making sure your family is ready if you ever need it.
Sun Health & Dental members can also keep their membership information with their emergency documents so it is easy to access whenever care is needed.