Orange County, Fl., The Orange County Fire Rescue Department, in cooperation with the Office of Emergency Management, wants to remind citizens to be prepared for Tropical Storm Fay. 

"Disaster Kit" supplies…

• Emergency tools (a fire extinguisher, work gloves, battery-powered flashlights and radios, extra batteries of different sizes, duct tape, plastic trash bags, non-electric can openers, tarps, rope, matches / lighters)
• Toiletries
• Baby supplies (extra diapers, formula, food)
• Bleach
• Non-perishable food (canned or packaged) and beverages enough for at least 3 days per person
• First aid kit and insect repellent
• Pet food, supplies and carriers
• Portable coolers
• Containers
  - For drinking – at least 5 gallons per person with tight seals
  - For sewage –  at least two 5 gallon buckets with covers
• Cash
• Extra prescription medications (about a 2 week supply)
  

Have a Family Disaster Plan in Place…

• Know where to go if an evacuation is issued
• Have a safe room
• Designate a friend or relative outside your area to be a contact in case the family is separated
• Secure all important documents in a waterproof container
• Have a NOAA Weather Radio in the home
• Stay tuned to the local television and radio stations for further advisories. In the event anything changes, immediate emergency information will be provided.
  

Orange County Fire Rescue Department, an accredited fire department, is committed to ensuring the health and safety of our community.