Disaster Preparedness Why Your Family Should Identify Rally Points... Because your family is not together 24 hours a day, it is important for you to consider how you would find each other in a disaster. When choosing a family meeting location, you should consider selecting the most commonly frequented location (i.e., work, school, or neighbors). For example, parents should include a designated location in the plan to meet children if a crisis occurs while they are at school. Items to Consider When Developing Your Plan Discuss the various types of hazards that could affect your family: Determine an escape route from your home and places to meet including a child's school, a neighbor's house, family meeting location, or a familiar public place. Have an out-of-state friend as a family contact, so all your family members have a single point of contact. Have at least two ways of contacting this person like email or phone. Make a plan now for what to do with your pets if you need to evacuate. Post emergency telephone numbers by your phones, in your wallet, or purse, and make sure your children know how and when to call 911. Stock nonperishable emergency supplies and a disaster supply kit. Take First Aid, CPR, and disaster preparedness classes. Preparing a Family Disaster Supply Kit It is important for you to prepare a well-stocked disaster supply kit. Suggested supply items include: Water-at least one gallon daily per person for three to seven days Food-at least enough for three to seven days Blankets, pillows, and associated items Warm clothing First Aid kit and medicines Special Items-for babies and the elderly Toiletries Flashlight and batteries Radio-battery-operated and NOAA weather radio Keys Toys, books, and games Important documents Tools Vehicle fuel tanks pre-filled Pet care items Family Emergency Phone Numbers* 911 Schools Work Neighbors Out-of-town Family Contact Local Emergency Management * Put these numbers on your refrigerator and in your wallet or purse.