emergency prep

Hurricane season preparedness! 

Pre Disaster check List – Check and update every May 

Beginning in May, South Louisiana residents should pre-register for DSNAP (disaster food stamps) at www.dcfs.louisiana.gov/cafe 

Pre-registration for DSNAP will speed up the application for DSNAP if there is a disaster. And you may not have access to the needed documentation after a disaster!

Items to gather and have on hand before hurricane season (June 1) 

• • Water – 1 gallon per person per day
  • Non-perishable, ready-to-eat food
  • Medications
  • Pet supplies
  • Can opener
  • Flashlights
  • Battery-operated radio
  • Batteries
  • Whistle
  • Important documents: Gather and store together in a safe, water-proof container
  • Phone charger

“Evacuation bag” for use in the event of mandatory evacuation:

• • Bottled water
  • Food (remember the can opener!)
  • Car repair items
  • Rain gear
  • Blankets
  • Towels
  • Games, toys
  • Phone / device charger(s)
  • Cash (in the event ATM/credit card machines are down)