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Emergency Preparedness Kit To-Do List Details
WATER
A minimum of one gallon of drinkable water per person per day for at least 3 days
Because ground water can become contaminated during an emergency, it is important you have a supply of clean drinking water on hand to stay hydrated.
NON-PERISHABLE FOODS
Keep your belly full during an emergency by having on hand at least a three-day supply of non-perishable foods, such as canned goods. Also remember to include a manual can opener in your kit.
FLASHLIGHTS
Don't be afraid of the dark! Make sure you have flashlights and batteries in your kit along with extra batteries.
hand-crank or battery-operated radio
Since the power can be out for weeks after a disaster, a radio (preferably a NOAA Weather Radio) may become your primary source for staying connected to the news you need to know.
FIRST AID KIT
As medical resources may be spread thin during an emergency, make sure you have a first aid kit stocked with plenty of antibiotic ointment, gauze, bandages, pain medication, gloves and a cold compress.
Copies of personal documents
Starting over after a disaster can be made easier if you have copies of all your important personal documents, such as medication lists and medical history information, the deed/lease to your home, birth certificates, insurance policies and passports.
Family and emergency contact information
Letting your family members know you are okay after a disaster will be easier by having their contact information handy. If you have an emergency yourself, this list can be used by someone else to contact your family and friends to update them on how you are doing.
Learn More.
Consult the American Red Cross website for a more complete list of items to include.
WATER
A minimum of one gallon of drinkable water per person per day for at least 3 days
Because ground water can become contaminated during an emergency, it is important you have a supply of clean drinking water on hand to stay hydrated.
NON-PERISHABLE FOODS
Keep your belly full during an emergency by having on hand at least a three-day supply of non-perishable foods, such as canned goods. Also remember to include a manual can opener in your kit.
FLASHLIGHTS
Don't be afraid of the dark! Make sure you have flashlights and batteries in your kit along with extra batteries.
hand-crank or battery-operated radio
Since the power can be out for weeks after a disaster, a radio (preferably a NOAA Weather Radio) may become your primary source for staying connected to the news you need to know.
FIRST AID KIT
As medical resources may be spread thin during an emergency, make sure you have a first aid kit stocked with plenty of antibiotic ointment, gauze, bandages, pain medication, gloves and a cold compress.
Copies of personal documents
Starting over after a disaster can be made easier if you have copies of all your important personal documents, such as medication lists and medical history information, the deed/lease to your home, birth certificates, insurance policies and passports.
Family and emergency contact information
Letting your family members know you are okay after a disaster will be easier by having their contact information handy. If you have an emergency yourself, this list can be used by someone else to contact your family and friends to update them on how you are doing.
Learn More.
Consult the American Red Cross website for a more complete list of items to include.
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