Check and Rotate Your Supplies
It’s important to check your emergency kit at least every 6 months. The beginning and end of every hurricane season are ideal. Look for signs of damage or spoilage, and check all expiration dates. If an item is nearing its expiration date, use it and replace it.
Tell Loved Ones Where to Find Your Supplies
During a crisis scenario, you may need to lean on friends, family, and neighbors. Make sure people in your life know where your emergency kit is located. That way, if you’re unable to communicate, they’ll know where to find your essentials quickly.
Don’t Wait to Build Your Emergency Kit
A diabetes emergency kit isn’t only for hurricanes. There are countless situations that could prevent access to your usual diabetes management routine. Owning a comprehensive emergency kit provides peace of mind and supports your safety. Build your emergency kit today.
10 Things People With Diabetes Should Keep in a Hurricane Emergency Kit
Managing diabetes requires both short- and long-term planning. Because hurricanes and natural disasters can occur with little to no warning, it’s important to have an emergency kit on hand. After all, during a major crisis, it may not be possible to access your usual supplies.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends having enough supplies to last at least 1 to 2 weeks. Here’s what belongs in your kit.
