Monthly Reminder

Small steps toward being prepared for an emergency

Do 1 Thing is a 12-month program that makes it easy for you to prepare yourself, your family, and your community for emergencies or disasters.

Do1Thing in April: Food

Have an emergency food supply that will meet the needs of your household for three days without outside help.

Tasks

Buy a three-day emergency food supply for your household.

Put aside a three-day supply of food for disasters. Follow the BUS rule to help you. BUS stands for balance, usability, and shelf-life.

Take steps to make sure food in your refrigerator and freezer will stay safe.

During an extended power outage, temperatures in your fridge and freezer will begin to rise, even if the doors stay closed. As the temperature rises, harmful bacteria may begin to grow on your food.

Make sure you can meet any special dietary needs in your household.

Some people are on special diets for health reasons. There can be serious effects if the right food is not available during a disaster.

News from the 04/01/2020 edition:

• Food

Food