The City of Sanford has issued a checklist for building a hurricane preparedness kit. It advises residents to begin gathering essential supplies early, adding one or two items during regular grocery trips. For food and water, the guide recommends non‑perishable items sufficient for five to seven days per person, including bottled water at one gallon per person per day, canned proteins such as tuna, chicken or salmon, canned fruits and vegetables, dry cereal, crackers, quick‑energy snacks, peanut butter, jelly, juice boxes or powder mixes, and instant coffee, tea or protein powders.
Health and first‑aid supplies should include a fully stocked first‑aid kit, extra prescription medications, over‑the‑counter pain relievers, anti‑diarrhea medicine, antacids, assorted bandages, gauze rolls, tape, antiseptic or hydrogen peroxide, rubbing alcohol, petroleum jelly, tweezers, sunblock and mosquito repellent. Recommended tools and gear are a manual can opener, flashlights, lanterns, batteries, a battery‑operated or hand‑crank radio, a small battery‑operated fan, basic hand tools such as scissors, safety pins, screwdrivers, pliers and a hammer, work gloves, safety goggles, stove fuel or charcoal for outdoor grilling only, a camping or utility knife, disposable dust masks, matches or lighters stored in a waterproof bag, and sandbag supplies available at city‑designated pickup locations.
Cleaning and household items on the list include toilet paper, paper towels, paper plates, cups and plastic utensils, a broom, mop, bucket, dish soap, sponges and heavy‑duty trash bags. The city encourages residents to stock these items ahead of the storm season to reduce last‑minute rushes on local stores.
Press release issued by City of Sanford:
https://sanfordfl.gov/your-guide-to-your-hurricane-preparedness-hurricane-kit/
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