Water, food, and clean air are important things to have in the event of an emergency. Each emergency preparedness kit should be customized to meet your specific needs, such as medication and infant formula. It should also be customized to include important documents for you and your family.
Basic Kit - Recommended Supplies:
Water, one gallon of water per person per day for drinking and sanitation
Food, at least a three-day supply of nonperishable food
Battery-powered radio and a NOAA
Weather Radio with tone alert, and extra batteries for both
Flashlight and extra batteries
First aid kit
Whistle to signal for help
Infant formula and diapers, if you have an infant
Moist towelettes, garbage bags, plastic ties for personal sanitation
Plastic sheeting and duct tape to shelter-in-place
Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities
Can opener for food (if kit contains canned food
Local maps
Additional Items to Consider:
Light stick
Emergency Candle
Multi Tool
Rain Gear
Mess kits, paper cups, plates, disposable utensils, and paper towels
Cash or traveler's checks and change
Fire extinguisher
Tent
Compass
Matches in a waterproof container
Signal flare
Paper and pencil
Pet supplies and documents
Personal hygiene items including feminine supplies
Prescription medication and glasses
Soap, hand sanitizer, and disinfecting wipes
Medicine dropper
Important family documents such as copies of insurance policies, identification, and bank account records in a waterproof, portable container
Emergency reference material such as a first aid book
Sleeping bag or warm blanker for each person. Consider additional bedding if you live in a cold-weather climate
Complete change of clothing for each person, including a long sleeve shirt, long pants, and sturdy shoes. Consider additional clothing if you live in a cold-weather climate
Books, games, puzzles, or other activities for children
