Lone Hollow Ward

Join us for the Stake Preparedness Fair on Saturday, February 25, 2023 from 12PM to 5PM at the Stake Center Cultural Hall (10945 South 1700 East, Sandy UT 84092). Find everything you need to be prepared…one stop shopping. We will have points of purchase and food samples.

Join us for the Stake Preparedness Fair on Saturday, February 26, 2022 from 12PM to 5PM at the Stake Center Cultural Hall (10945 South 1700 East, Sandy UT 84092). Find everything you need to be prepared…one stop shopping. We will have points of purchase and food samples.

Scott reviewed how we can be better prepared for an emergency, especially in having a quality 72-hour kit. After an emergency, you may need to survive on your own for several days. Being prepared means having your own food, water and other supplies to last for several days. A disaster supplies kit is a collection of basic items your household may need in the event of an emergency.

Family Emergency Preparedness Checklist

Please complete the attached checklist to determine how prepared you are for an emergency. The checklist will help you review:

• Self Evaluation of Personal Preparedness
• Family Planning and Training
• Food, Water and Supplies
• House Prep and Maintain
• Document and Insurance
• Emergency Communication and News
• Evacuate and Gather
• Community Preparedness
• Preparedness at Work and School

Please contact Scott S. if you need assistance in completing the checklist.

PDF version

The Essentials

• Water — one gallon (for drinking and sanitation) per person, per day, for at least three days. (This is for emergency evacuation purposes)
• Food — at least a three-day supply of nonperishable easy-to-prepare items.
• Blankets/sleeping bags/pillows/towels.
• Closed-toe, sturdy shoes.
• Gloves.
• Jacket or coat and rain poncho.
• Battery-powered or hand crank radio and a NOAA Weather Radio with tone alert
• Flashlight. (Forehead light recommended so hands are free)
• Extra batteries.
• Important documents — copies of insurance policies, identification, bank accounts, birth certificates, family communication contacts and emergency medical information — stored in a waterproof and portable container.
• Prescription medication.
• Extra cash.
• Dust masks (N95 if available) to help filter contaminated air.
• Plastic sheeting and duct tape to shelter in place.
• Moist towelettes, garbage bags and plastic ties (for personal sanitation)
• Whistle (to signal for help)
• Basic tools: wrench, pliers, multi-purpose tool and screwdriver (sufficient to turn off utilities).
• Manual can opener.
• Local maps.
• Cell phone chargers and backup battery.
• Sanitation (toilet paper, hand sanitizer) and personal hygiene (tooth brush) items and feminine supplies.
• Matches in a waterproof container
• Tube tent
• Cord & nylon string
• First aid kit.
  • Two pairs of latex or other sterile gloves.
  • Sterile dressings to stop bleeding.
  • Soap and antibiotic towelettes.
  • Antibiotic and burn ointments.
  • Bandages in a variety of sizes.
  • Eye wash solution.
  • Thermometer.
  • Aspirin, Tylenol and Ibuprofen or other pain reliever.
  • Anti-diarrhea medication.
  • Antacid.
  • Laxative.
  • Scissors and tweezers.
  • Moleskin
  • Prescription medications and medical supplies.

Optional items

• Cash
• Mess kits, paper cups, plates, paper towels and plastic utensils.
• Extra clothes that can be washed by hand and hang dry.
• Household chlorine bleach and medicine droppers.
• Books, games, puzzles or other activities for children.
• Baby supplies — bottles, formula, wipes, diaper rash cream and diapers.
• Medical supplies — oxygen, catheters, wheelchairs, hearing aid batteries, etc.
• Two-way radios.
• Rain gear.
• Glow sticks.
• Air horn
• Micron water filter
• Sleeping pad (pool flotation lounger w/pillow)
• Prescription eyeglasses and contact lens solution
• Small fire extinguisher
• Paper and pencil.
• Extra set of car and house keys

For your pet

• Photocopies of medical records and photos of your pets for identification purposes.
• Medications.
• Feeding dishes and at least a three-day supply of food and water.
• Disposable litter trays and litter.
• Extra collar or harness and leash.
• Blanket and toys.
• Sturdy pet carrier.
• Important information and the name and telephone number of your veterinarian.

Maintaining Your Kit

After assembling your kit remember to maintain it so it’s ready when needed:

Emergency Preparedness: What is a 72-Hour kit and Why Is It Essential?

For years, leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints have counseled members to be prepared to face adversities. The sacred scriptures have taught them that being prepared both spiritually, eliminates fear.

Resources

• Stake and Ward Emergency Planning Guide
• Planning Checklist

Personal and Family Emergency Preparedness Planning

We have been counseled to be prepared for personal and large-scale disasters. This preparedness includes sustaining life with food storage and a water supply and extends to planning for reunification after a disaster, communication with family members, mental and emotional preparation, and many other considerations.

The Stake Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan (hereinafter the “Plan”) is based on principles set forth in the Stake and Ward Emergency Planning Guide published by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The intent of the leaders responsible for this Plan is to organize in advance how the members of the Stake will be mobilized to assist one another, how the buildings will be used, and to assign leadership responsibilities in the event of an emergency.