In an emergency, there are items you and your family will need. Your emergency supply kit should have everything you need to sustain you and your family for 3-5 days. Use a checklist to create your own kit.
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Natural and man-made disasters can disrupt the ability to access normal goods and services. Make a kit that can last your household 3-5 days. Remember to rotate out items as they get close to the expiration date. Your kit may include the following recommended items:
- First aid kit, with a 3-5 day supply of medications. Talk to your doctor about obtaining an emergency supply.
- Money
- Battery-operated flashlight and radio, and extra batteries for each
- Extra clothing and blankets (including sturdy shoes)
- Personal hygiene items
- Charging cords, cables, or battery packs
- Copies of important documents such as driver’s licenses, birth certificates, insurance policies and financial information. These can be stored on a flash drive.
- Depending on your household, add specialty items like children’s toys, books, diapers, and formula. If you have pets include pet food, bowls, and supplies.
Need a Checklist?
After a disaster the recovery process may be overwhelming. This checklist may provide a starting point as you work through your recovery process.
Next steps
- Now that you’ve put your emergency supply kit together, let's learn how to be aware!