It shouldn’t take much to convince West Virginians to prepare for emergencies. During the
last two years they’ve endured the derecho, Superstorm Sandy and a water
emergency caused by a chemical called MCHM.
September is National Preparedness
Month and it should ring home in West
Virginia
“Everybody needs to think about what
they’re going to do in an emergency,” she said. “If we are already in the
middle of the emergency it’s really too late.”
Dr. Tierney said there are basic
supplies that should be in each emergency kit including “non-perishable food
items, water, first-aid supplies, a flashlight, prescription medication and a
supply of over-the-counter medication such as Tylenol(r) and aspirin.” Comfort
items and important papers can also be added.
Tierney said storing those things in a
plastic container with a lid may be the best option. She said it’s also good to
have enough items for 72 hours.
“Usually within then the government is going to be able to come
in and assist. So we’re looking for three days,” she said.
