As we head into bushfire season, it is time to review our emergency plans.
Every home should have a basic "Grab Bag.'
These should be small, water-proof and contain basic essentials to avoid scrambling at the last minute.
Here is a rough list:
* Change of clothes and toiletries, sunscreen
* Medicines and first aid kit. List your blood type. Space/emergency blanket.
* Important items, such as passport, licence, photos, jewellery
* Mobile phone and charger
* Adequate amount of water and food, including special dietary requirements. If you have kids, pack some treats
* Wool blankets
* Contact information for emergency services, your doctor, council and power company
* Additional masks
* Hand sanitiser. Antibacterial wipes
Store your kit in an easy-to-access location.
Consider moving your irreplaceable family keepsakes and valuables out of the area
during summer.
Scan important information and photos and store them on a USB flash drive or an external hard drive.
