Preparing in advance for emergencies is a smart way to enhance your safety and well-being when unexpected situations arise. By stocking up on emergency supplies now, you can ensure both your comfort and peace of mind during and after an emergency. It is recommended to store enough supplies to last at least 72 hours, providing you with the necessary essentials to navigate through challenging times.
Essential Supplies
- Water: 1.0 gallon per person per day (a week's supply of water is preferable)
- Water purification kit
- First aid kit, freshly stocked
- First aid book
- Food
- Can opener (non-electric)
- Blankets or sleeping bags
- Portable radio, flashlight and spare batteries
- Essential medication
- Extra pair of eyeglasses
- Extra pair of house and car keys
- Fire extinguisher : A-B-C type
- Food, water and restraint (leash or carrier) for pets
- Cash and change
- Medications and prescriptions
- Baby supplies: formula, bottle, pacifier, soap and baby powder, clothing, blankets, baby wipes, disposable diapers, canned food and juices.
Sanitation Supplies
- Large plastic trash bags for waste, tarps and rain ponchos
- Large trash cans
- Bar soap and liquid detergent
- Shampoo
- Toothpaste and toothbrushes
- Feminine hygiene supplies
- Toilet paper
- Household bleach
Safety and Comfort
- Sturdy shoes
- Heavy gloves for clearing debris
- Candles and matches
- Light sticks
- Change of clothing
- Knife or razor blades
- Garden hose for siphoning and fire fighting
- Tent
- Toys for children
- Communication kit: paper, pens, stamps
- Device chargers
Cooking Supplies
- Plastic knives, forks, spoons
- Paper plates and cups
- Paper towels
- Heavy-duty aluminum foil
- Camping stove for outdoor cooking (caution: before using fire to cook, make sure there are no gas leaks; never use charcoal indoors)
Tools and Supplies
- Axe, shovel, broom
- Adjustable wrench for turning off gas
- Tool kit including a screwdriver, pliers and a hammer
- Coil of 1/2" rope
- Plastic tape, staple gun and sheeting for window replacement
- Bicycle
- City map
- Duct tape