- Water - 1 gallon of water per person per day for at least 3 days, for drinking and sanitation
- Food - at least 3 day supply of non-perishable food
- Battery-powered or hand crank radio and a NOAA Weather Radio with tone alert
- Flashlight
- First Aid kit
- Extra Batteries
- Whistle to signal for help
- Dust mask to help filter contaminated air and plastic sheeting and duct tape
- Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities
- Manual can opener for food
- Local paper maps
- Cell phone with chargers
| - Prescription medications
- Non-prescription medications, such as:
- pain relievers
- anti-diarrhea medication
- antacids or laxatives
- Glasses and contact lens solution
- Infant formula, bottles, diapers, wipes, diaper rash cream
- Pet food and extra water for your pet
- Cash or traveler's checks
- Important family documents, such as:
- insurance policies
- Identification
- bank records
- Sleeping bag or warm blanket for each person
- Complete change of clothing and shoes
- Household chlorine bleach and medicine dropper to disinfect water
- Fire Extinguisher
- Matches in a waterproof container
- Feminine supplies and personal hygiene items
- Mess kits, paper cups, plates, paper towels, and plastic utensils
- Paper and pencil
- Books, games, puzzles, or other activities for children
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