In the event that you need to evacuate due to inclement weather, prepare a Go Bag. The Go Bag is a specific bag that is dedicated to emergency use only. This is customizable based on your needs. The idea of the Go Bag is to have a bag prepared with some items with room to put in last minute items quickly to move to your safe place.
- Helmet
- Cell phone
- Fidget toys, comfort toys/items
- Emergency contact list
- Medications
- Purse/wallet
- Communication device/system
- Shoes
- Headphones
If your child/student uses a communication device, remember to take it. If you or the person in your care uses a communication device, remember to take it with you. It’s important to communicate using a means that is familiar. This could include communicating that change is happening, you are moving to a safe place, and to remain calm.
Here are some resources that discuss what we need for a Go bag, and how/why we create a Go bag:
Be Prepared for Anything! by SciShow Kids
Emergency Supply List by FEMA
