When disasters strike, it can take days to restore utilities and get relief efforts in place. Make sure all of your family's immediate needs are met by creating an emergency supply kit with food, water, a first aid kit, and other essentials.
When disasters strike, it can take days to restore utilities and get relief efforts in place. Make sure all of your family's immediate needs are met by creating an emergency supply kit with food, water, a first aid kit, and other essentials. Here's a complete list of supplies to include in your emergency kit:
- Water (one gallon per person per day. Plan on enough for at least three days)
- Non-perishable food (at least a three-day supply)
- A can opener
- Mess kits (or disposable plates, cups, and utensils)
- Dish soap
- Trash bags
- A first aid kit
- A first aid book
- Prescription medication and basic over-the-counter medicines (antihistamine, acetaminophen, etc.)
- A flashlig