Want to Be Severe Storm Ready?

7/28/2021 (Permalink)

This is the time of year that Toms River and Ocean County get many severe weather and storms. Always be prepared with an emergency kit.

Some dangers of severe weather and storms include tornadoes, strong winds, hail and flash flooding. There is not always time to get everything we may need together quickly before the storm, so always have stuff ready for quick evacuation. Some items you may want to have packed and ready include:

• non-perishable food
• manual can opener
• water
• battery powered radio
• flashlight
• lanterns
• extra batteries
• personal hygiene items
• medications
• first aid supplies/kit
• copies of important documents
• cell phone fully charged 
• important contact information for family and friends
• blankets
• change of clothes
• pocket knife
• rain gear
• cash

What should my first aid/medical kit contain?

• sterile adhesive bandages
• antiseptic
• tape
• compresses
• pain relievers
• scissors
• tweezers
• first aid guide
• moist towelettes

What important documents should I copy and have ready?

• insurance cards
• medical records
• bank numbers
• credit card numbers
• copies of birth certificates and/or marriage licenses
• copy of social security cards
• other personal documents
• copy of wills
• titles of cars and properties
• house inventory photos

Never leave your pets behind and make sure you have enough extra food, water, leashes, medicines and vet records for them. 

We all hope to never need to use these emergency kits but it is always better to be prepared just in case an emergency strikes.