Updated September 9, 2022 |
Infoplease Staff
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Tornado, flood, fire, terror, emergency: find the top ten ways to prepare for disaster. Then compare your readiness with the rest of America.
| On hand emergency items | Use | Percent of U.S. households reporting readiness |
|---|---|---|
| Car | Reliable vehicle to transport family members, pets and supplies up to 50 miles away. | 88.6% |
| Food | Three days' worth of nonperishable food to feed household. | 82.0% |
| House number | Visible house or building number to assist rescue workers in searches. | 77.5% |
| Financial information | Account numbers and contact information to access money in case cards are lost. | 76.8% |
| Money | Savings up to $2,000 to meet immediate needs in case of evacuation. | 69.8% |
| Water | At least three gallons (24 bottles) of water for each person in household. | 54.3% |
| Evacuation kit | Grab and go emergency kit including items such as first aid kit, flashlight, batteries, copies of documents, cash, tools, radio, chargers. | 51.5% |
| Emergency meeting location | Agreed-upon spot where family members can meet if separated. | 37.4% |
| Communication plan | Important contact information and contingency plan for disruption of cell phone service. | 33.0% |
| Generator | Source of household power in case of long-term power disruption. | 18.3% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau
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