Personal Preparedness

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Be Informed

It is important for the entire University community to know if their home is within a planning zone, and if so, to plan accordingly. Determine if your home is in a storm surge planning zone by visiting caymanprepared.gov.ky.

Make a Plan

Develop a family emergency plan. Use the emergency planning templates on this page or caymanprepared.gov.ky to outline how you will get to a safe place, contact one another, get back together, and what you will do in different situations.

Build a Kit

Build a kit with these essential disaster items to ensure your basic needs are met during the first 48-72 hours after a disaster:

Water – one gallon per person per day for at least
three to seven days
Non-Perishable Food – at least a three to seven day supply
Flashlight – with extra batteries
Emergency Radio – battery-powered or hand crank
First Aid Kit – including medication and
prescription drugs for at least 2-weeks
Fire Extinguisher
Whistle
Sanitizer – moist towelette or liquid
Multi-Tool / Tool Kit
Tarp or plastic sheeting and duct tape
Plastic garbage bags
Important Documents – in a weatherproof container
Cash
Special items-for infants, children, elderly,
persons with functional needs, and pets