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To: Rich1 who wrote (6190)10/19/2001 8:31:19 AM
From: GROUND ZERO™  Read Replies (1) | Respond to of 8150
 
We gotta hav watta.....

GZ



To: Rich1 who wrote (6190)10/19/2001 8:36:02 AM
From: GROUND ZERO™  Respond to of 8150
 
Here's my suggested list of reserve provisions.....

We've stocked up for the worst, just in case... it's a lengthy list of provisions in case supermarket distribution is interrupted.....

Here's the list: (similar to a hurricane list)

Essentials

Cash
Fire extinguisher
Water, 1 gallon per person per day
Food (canned and dried goods are best)
dog food
Manual can opener
Hand tools: hammer, nails, ax, knife, pliers, handsaw, screwdrivers,
Electric drill with screwdriver bits to install bolts for window protection
Unscented household bleach to purify water, 8 drops per gallon of water,
Soap and plastic container
At least one flashlight per person with spare batteries
Spare batteries for other needs
Battery-operated radio, with weather band
First-aid kit: bandages, gauze, scissors, petroleum jelly, antiseptic spray, hydrogen peroxide, antacids, aspirin, thermometer, rubbing alcohol,
Extra prescription medicine
Matches (wooden ones are best)
Disposable eating utensils and plates
Toilet paper
Mosquito repellent
Needle and thread
Whistle or air horn
Disinfectant
A gas grill
Snake-bite kit
Heavy duty work gloves
Lantern with extra fuel
Large trash bags
Rope or heavy cord, 100 feet
Tarpaulin, canvas or anything to make a temporary roof repair

Luxuries

Chain saw and extra fuel
Backup generator

Non-perishable foods

Canned and jarred meats and fish, such as tuna, chunky chicken or ham
Canned fruits (packed in juice, not in syrup)
Canned vegetables
Canned soups, stews and chili
Powdered and/or evaporated milk
Instant coffee, tea and cocoa
Unsalted nuts
Jelly and/or honey
Peanut butter
Powdered drink mixes (to make water more palatable if chlorinated)
Fruit juices, vegetable juices, diet soft drinks
Bouillon cubes
Nonperishable pudding and gelatin
Pet food
Bottled water
Individual packaged servings of pudding, applesauce and diced fruit
Individually packaged juices and drinks
Raisins and other dried fruits
Cheese spreads and cheese slices that don't need refrigeration
Cookies, crackers or chips
Small boxes of dry cereal
Condiments, including ketchup, mustard, onions, garlic, oil and vinegar

GZ