Storing Your Emergency Preparendess Kit for Your Home

You must face the possibility that your home will not be safe for re-entry following a major disaster. Therefore, you must store your emergency preparedness kit in a strategic location in order for access to it when you need it most. Follow the instructions below to help you determine where to store your home emergency preparedness kit.

Take out the gas shut-off wrench, try turning your gas meter slightly to make sure that your meter is not stuck. If you can not turn it slightly, call the gas company. Secure the wrench next to your meter. Make sure all household occupants know how to properly turn off the gas.
If you live in a house, the recommended storage location is typically on the side of your house near the front gate. Do not store near high voltage wires or any high structure. Place your kit in a large, sturdy trash can with wheels if possible. Designate this as "your emergency can". You can mark it with a large cross if you like or some mark so that it doesn't get take out with the other trash cans. If you live in a multi-housing unit, the recommended storage location is typically in a closet near the exit (i.e. guest closet).