Emergency Preparedness Kit
There are six basics that you should gather and place in your emergency preparedness kit: water, food, first aid kit, clothing and bedding, tools, and special items. Keep all of these items in an easy-to-carry container.
Water
Store one gallon of water / person / day (two quarters for drinking, two quarts for food preparation and sanitation). Keep at least a three-day supply of water for each person in your household.
Food
Ready-to-eat canned meats, canned juices, milk, soup, vitamins, vegetables and fruits, food for infants, persons on special diets, high energy foods, peanut butter, jelly, sugar, salt, pepper, trail mix, crackers, and granola bars should all be kept in your emergency preparedness kit.
First Aid Kit
Assemble a first aid kit for your home and one for each car. A kit should include:
Non-Prescription Drugs,
Moistened Towelettes,
Thermometer,
Tongue Blades,
Triangular Bandages (3),
2"Inch Sterile Gauze Pads,
Petroleum Jelly,
Cleansing Agent,
2" Sterile Roller Bandages,
4" Sterile Gauze Pads,
Adhesive Tape,
Needle,
3" Sterile Roller Bandages,
Safety Pins,
Scissors,
Sunscreen,
Antiseptic,
Insect Repellent,
Band-Aids,
Sterile Water,
Tweezers,
Latex Gloves,
Clothing and Bedding
Prepare for cold weather and power outages by packing sturdy shoes or work boots, blankets or sleeping bags, hat and gloves, sunglasses, rain gear, and thermal underwear.
Tools and Supplies
The following items will assist you in any emergency situation, and should be included in your emergency preparedness kit: Battery-operated radio, medicine droppers, plastic sheeting, aluminum foil, manual can opener, utility knife, needle and thread, pencil and paper, storage containers, pliers, maps, tube tent, matches in a waterproof container, a whistle, signal flares, flashlight, cash and travelers checks, shut-off wrenches, soap or detergent, chlorine bleach, a fire extinguisher (Type ABC), compass, plastic garbage bags, disinfectant, personal hygiene items, tape, mess kits, and toilet paper.
Special Items
Don't forget to include special items such as baby formula, diapers, bottles, medications, denture needs, contact lenses, eye glasses, entertainment (books, games), telephone numbers, important documents, and family records.
