Anguilla

Prepare your household

Anguilla DDM shelter-preparedness checklist and designated-shelter instructions.

How to use the guidance

1. Find the designated shelter assigned to your district and learn the route before an emergency.
2. Do not travel to a listed shelter unless DDM officially activates it; follow the shelter assigned for your area unless DDM directs otherwise.
3. Prepare the listed three-day food and water and adapt medicines, infant and disability supplies to household needs.
4. Follow DDM alerts for official shelter activation and changes; the website lists a DDM/NEOC hotline.

Water and food

• Water: at least 1 US gallon (3.8 litres) per person per day for three days.
• Non-perishable food for three days.
• A few utensils, paper cups/plates and paper towels.

Power, health and hygiene

• Flashlight and extra batteries; battery or hand-crank radio with NOAA weather radio capability; portable charger.
• Small first-aid kit; at least three days of prescription medicines; glasses or contact lenses and solution.
• Feminine hygiene and personal hygiene items, plus toilet paper.

Shelter, documents and individual needs

• Sleeping bag or warm blanket per person; clean long-sleeved shirt, long trousers, sturdy shoes and rain gear.
• Family documents in a waterproof container, identification, insurance policies, bank cards and cash for at least five days.
• Infant formula and diapers; supplies for older adults and people with disabilities.

Shelter activation

• Know the nearest designated shelter and its district coverage.
• Only go to a shelter when DDM officially activates it; monitor DDM alerts and follow directions.

The checklist covers the scope stated above. Quantities from different countries are not interchangeable: drinking-only, cooking, hygiene and carry-bag allowances differ. Tick marks are temporary and are not sent to us.

Equipment mentioned in official lists still needs appropriate use: outdoor-only combustion equipment stays outside; respiratory filters must match the hazard. Follow current local instructions and the full source documents.

Original sources & reuse

• Anguilla Department of Disaster Management: Emergency Shelters and Checklist ↗
• Anguilla Department of Disaster Management: Emergency shelters and preparedness checklist ↗
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Original English summary and checklist derived from Anguilla DDM. The page is linked in full; full-text republication permission has not been established.