What to keep in your storm kit ahead of Tropical Storm Elsa

Tropical Storm Elsa will make its closest pass to our area on Tuesday afternoon, so now is the time to double-check your storm kit and make sure you have what you need.

When you and your family are preparing for an upcoming storm, be sure to have the following items together as a preparedness kit.

• Important Documents
• Cash
• Portable charger (click here to learn how to select one)
• Bottled Water
• Canned Food
• Manual Can Opener
• Instant Foods
• Baby Food/Diapers
• Plastic Kitchenware
• Sunscreen
• Medications
• Tweezers
• Hygiene Products
• Rope
• Duct Tape
• Pliers
• Hammer/Nails
• Cameras
• Utility Knife
• Propane Tanks
• Charcoal & Lighter Fluid
• Small Tabletop Grill
• Generator/Extra Fuel
• Chainsaw
• Cards/Books/Small Games
• Bungee Cords
• Tarp
• Insect Repellent
• Gloves
• Liquid Soap
• Scissors
• First Aid Supplies
• Paper Towels & Hand Wipes
• Garbage Bags
• Flashlights & Batteries
• Portable Radios
• Extra Clothing
• Wet Weather Gear
• Bleach
• Books, board games

Click here to go to NBC2’s Hurricane Guide for everything you need to know during hurricane season.

For more information on Tropical Storm Elsa, click here.

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