By Type · Before · During · After
| Always Have | Why |
|---|---|
| 72-hour emergency kit | You may be without help for 3 days |
| Family communication plan | Phone networks overload — have a meeting point |
| Know your evacuation routes | Don't figure this out during the emergency |
| Important documents in waterproof bag | Insurance, IDs, medical records |
| Full tank of gas (during warnings) | Gas stations close or run out fast |
| Cash on hand | ATMs and card readers need power |