Checklist: What to have in your emergency kit ahead of the tropical storm

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Checklist: What to have in your emergency kit ahead of the tropical storm
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Southern California is about to get slammed by a tropical storm. Here's what you should have in your emergency kit.

If you’re trapped and need emergency workers to find you, blowing a whistle is going to be louder and more sustainable than shouting. You can get a shockingly loud emergency whistle for just a few dollars.Sure, you know how to get around your neighborhood.

If you have not used paper maps much before, it’s a good idea to unfold it and mark where your house is, so you know your starting point, and highlight the nearest couple emergency rooms.These are for securing your shelter in the event of structural damage. You might need to tape off certain areas so you can safely move around, or put sheeting down over shattered glass, or use it to cover broken windows or doors.Make sure your food and water are a ways off from their expiration dates.

After your kit is assembled, you’ll need to rotate perishable items such as food, water and batteries according to their expiration dates. Set a calendar reminder to check regularly.

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