Emergency Supply List

3/6/2017 (Permalink)

Emergency Supply List:

If an emergency arises, are you prepared? According to FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency), “All Americans should have some basic supplies on hand in order to survive for at least three days if an emergency occurs.” It is never too soon to be equipped for anything that may happen. It is best to store your emergency kit in an easy to carry bag, that way you and your family can be ready in case you must evacuate your home.

Here is a minimal list that one should keep in their supply kit:

• Water: one gallon per person, per day for at least three days, for drinking and sanitation (3-day supply for evacuation and 2-week supply for home).
• Food: you should have at least a three-day supply of non-perishable foods that are easy to prepare.
• Flashlight
• Battery powered or hand cranked radio (NOAA Weather Radio, if possible).
• Extra batteries.
• First Aid kit.
• Medication (7-day supply) and medical items.
• Multi-purpose tool.
• Sanitation and personal hygiene items.
• Copies of personal documents (medication list and medical information, proof of address, deed/lease to home, passports, birth certificates, insurance policies).
• Cell phones and chargers.
• Family and emergency contact information.
• Dust mask, to help filter contaminated air and plastic sheeting and duct tape to shelter-in-place.
• Garbage bags.
• Extra Cash.
• Local map.
• Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities. (Tools/supplies for securing your home).
• Can opener for food.
• Baby supplies (if applicable).
• Games and activities for children.
• Pet supplies (if applicable).
• Two-way radios.
• Extra set of car keys and house keys.
• Rain Gear.
• Work gloves.
• Extra clothing.
• Sleeping bag or warm blanket for each person.
• Paper cups, plates and plastic utensils, and paper towels.

Along with your emergency supply kit, also make sure your family has an emergency plan set up in case a disaster strikes!

Content Credit: redcross.org, ready.gov