Hurricane Disaster Preparedness Kit
thailand
8 people
9/4/2025
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Water & Hydration
Essential Items
- ☐Store at least 3 gallons of water per person for 3 days (total 72 gallons for 8 people)
- ☐Use water purification methods when supply runs low
- ☐Ensure water containers are clean and accessible
Tips
- • Thailand’s hot, humid climate increases water needs, especially for infants and elderly
- • LifeStraw filters are useful for purifying water from uncertain sources during flooding
- • Purification tablets provide chemical disinfection to complement filtration
Recommended Products
Reliance Aqua-Tainer Water Container
essential
Large 7-gallon container ideal for bulk water storage in a household of 8; essential for hurricane floods and water shortages
LifeStraw Personal Water Filter
essential
Provides reliable filtration from bacteria and parasites, critical for flood-prone areas and contaminated water sources common post-hurricane
Food & Nutrition
Essential Items
- ☐Stock at least a 3-day supply of non-perishable, high-calorie meals for the entire household
- ☐Include freeze-dried and long shelf-life meals for easy preparation
- ☐Consider age-appropriate nutrition for children and infants
Tips
- • Freeze-dried foods are lightweight and require minimal water, important if supply is limited
- • Large quantity buckets reduce frequent restocking
- • Include foods that minimize prep in power outages and limited cooking options
Recommended Products
Ready Hour Emergency Meal Entrees Bucket
essential
60 servings of varied emergency meals ideal for 8 people for 3+ days; long shelf life perfect for hurricane prep in Thailand’s humid environment
First Aid & Medical Supplies
Essential Items
- ☐Maintain comprehensive first aid to treat injuries common in hurricanes
- ☐Include cold compress for swelling and minor injuries
- ☐Stock medication considering elderly and infants’ needs
Tips
- • Elderly family members may need extra wound care supplies and medication organization
- • Keep all supplies dry and accessible in waterproof containers
- • Check and rotate first aid supplies regularly
Recommended Products
Johnson & Johnson All-Purpose First Aid Kit
essential
140 pieces ideal for a large family with adults, children, and infants; covers cuts, burns, and bruises typical after a hurricane
Emergency Tools & Equipment
Essential Items
- ☐Have reliable water filtration and purification methods
- ☐Prepare tools useful for minor repairs and emergency situations
- ☐Store portable toilet for sanitation when plumbing is unavailable
Tips
- • Water filtration ensures access to safe drinking water during flood-related contamination
- • Portable toilets maintain hygiene and reduce infection risk in disaster aftermath
- • Tools should be compact and multipurpose where possible
Recommended Products
LifeStraw Personal Water Filter
essential
Essential portable water filtration for sourcing safe water amid floods and supply disruptions in Thailand
Communication & Information
Essential Items
- ☐Have at least one hand-crank weather radio for up-to-date alerts
- ☐Backup radios ensure communication during power outages
- ☐Keep radios charged and accessible
Tips
- • Eton FRX3+ provides hand-crank power eliminating battery dependence, critical in frequent outages during storms
- • Weather radios alert family about hurricane updates and flood warnings
- • Test radios monthly before hurricane season
Recommended Products
Eton FRX3+ Hand Crank NOAA AM/FM Weather Radio
essential
Hand-crank radio with weather alerts essential for real-time updates in Thailand’s hurricane-prone regions and no-battery power needs
Lighting & Power
Essential Items
- ☐Prepare portable chargers for electronic devices
- ☐Ensure backup power sources for communication and medical devices
- ☐Consider power needs for infants’ and elderly medical equipment
Tips
- • Anker PowerCore 10000 provides fast charging to mobile devices, crucial to maintain communications
- • Store power banks fully charged before hurricanes
- • Limit power usage during extended outages to conserve battery
Clothing & Personal Care
Essential Items
- ☐Keep hygiene supplies to maintain health in humid, wet conditions
- ☐Pack easy-to-use sanitation products for children and elderly
- ☐Prepare clothing for wet weather and temperature changes after the storm
Tips
- • Flushable wipes help maintain sanitation when water is limited or contaminated
- • Portable toilets maintain family comfort and reduce illness risk
- • Be mindful of infant and elderly sensitive skin when choosing hygiene products
Recommended Products
Cottonelle FreshCare Flushable Wipes
recommended
Flushable cleansing cloths supporting personal hygiene when water supply is compromised during flooding in Thailand’s humid climate
Important Documents & Cash
Essential Items
- ☐Store copies of IDs, insurance papers, medical records in waterproof bags
- ☐Keep some cash in small denominations for emergency purchases
- ☐Organize documents for quick access during rapid evacuation
Tips
- • Digital copies on encrypted USB drives provide backup
- • Avoid storing documents solely electronically due to possible power/data outages
- • Consider different family members keeping copies to reduce loss risks
Special Needs Items
Essential Items
- ☐Maintain extra medical supplies and medications for elderly and infants
- ☐Keep pet food and comfort items accessible
- ☐Ensure mobility aids and sanitation products are ready
Tips
- • Monitor elderly’s medication refills before hurricane season
- • Prepare infant formula or hydration solutions as power/water outages may disrupt supply
- • Pets need safe shelter, food, and identification during evacuation
Recommended Products
Johnson & Johnson All-Purpose First Aid Kit
essential
Covers advanced care needs for elderly and infants in the family with a large variety of medical supplies
Important Tips & Reminders
- •Prepare your kit well before the hurricane season starts, especially due to supply chain delays in Thailand
- •Rotate food and water supplies every 6-12 months to keep items fresh
- •Keep emergency kits in waterproof, easy-to-carry containers near exits
- •Include multi-lingual instructions if any family member is more comfortable in a local Thai dialect or English
- •Practice evacuation drills and test communication devices regularly