For those planning to evacuate to the emergency shelter set up at Washington High School, Beaufort County Emergency Services reminds evacuees to bring the following items.

Clothing and bedding

• Extra clothes and shoes
• Sleeping bag, blanket and pillow, and light weight portable lounge chairs
• Rain gear
• Wash clothes, towels, soap, toothbrush, paper towels, and toilet paper

Baby supplies

• Clothes, diapers, formula, bottles, food, and blankets

Medications and first aid supplies

• Medication clearly marked with your name, dosage, type of medication, and doctor’s name
• Must be able to administer all medications
• First aid supplies in a waterproof box

Important papers

• Name and address of doctor
• Name and address of nearest relative
• Identification and valuable papers

Miscellaneous

• Games, cards, toys, battery powered radios, and flashlights
• Take a bath and eat before you leave home
• Register immediately upon entering the shelter

Please remember, alcohol and weapons are not allowed in the shelter.