lagniappe - a little extra
Lagniappe (pronounced “lan-yap”), a Louisiana French word that means ...”an extra or unexpected gift.”
This month we focus on preparedness - Hurricane preparedness.
 
Hurricane Preparedness Storm & Hurricane Supply Kit List Even though we have not seen much activity with tropical storms or hurricanes the season has not reach its peek time. According to the Weather Bureau, September and October are the high peek months for tropical storms and hurricanes, so don't let down your guard, yet! Here are the most important items for your disaster supplies kit. Stock up today and store in a water-resistant container. Replenish as necessary. • Two weeks supply of prescription medicines • Two weeks supply of non-perishable foods • Drinking water/containers - 1 gallon/per person/per day (minimum 3 days) • Flashlights and batteries for each member of the family • Portable radio and batteries for each member of the family • First aid book and kit including bandages, antiseptic, tape, compresses, 
aspirin and aspirin pain reliever, anti-diarrhea medication, antacid, and Syrup of Ipecac (used to promote vomiting only if advised by the Poison Control Center) • Mosquito repellent and citronella candles • Fire extinguisher (small canister, ABC types) • Instant tire sealer • Whistle and/or distress flag • Two coolers (one to keep food; one to go get ice) • Plastic tarp, screening, tools, and nails, etc. • Water purification kit (tablets, chlorine (plain), and iodine) • Infant necessities (medicine, sterile water, diapers, ready formula, bottles) • Cleanup supplies (mop, buckets, towels, disinfectant) • Camera and film • Non-electric can opener • Extra batteries for camera, flashlights, radio, portable TV, and lamps, etc. • Garbage can or bucket with tight-fitting lid (for emergency toilet) • Plastic trash bags • Toilet paper, paper towels and pre-moistened towelettes • A list of important numbers to have on hand in case of an emergency • A landline phone that does not require electricity • Cash (with no power, banks may be closed; checks and credit cards 
unaccepted, and ATM's may not be operational) • Charcoal, wooden matches/lighter and grill • Ice If you evacuate: Pillows Blankets Sleeping bags and/or air mattresses Extra clothing, shoes, eyeglasses, etc. Folding chairs, lawn chairs, or cots Personal hygiene items (toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, etc.) Quiet games, books, playing cards, and favorite toys for children Important papers and irreplaceable keepsakes (driver's license, special medical information, insurance policies, and property inventories) Once again we hope this helps you prepare for the hurricane season.  Our hope is that we won't need to use these items but it's better to prepare for the worst but expect the best in every situation.
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September 2006
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