Build a Kit
EMERGENCY SUPPLY KIT
FOOD & WATER
- Store at least a three day supply of water per household member. Allow one gallon of water per household member per day for consumption, cooking, and sanitation, stored in sanitized plastic containers. Seal water containers tightly and store in a cool, dark place.
- Store at least a three day supply of non-perishable foods per household member.
- Choose foods that require no refrigeration, preparation, or cooking, and little or no water of possible. Be sure to rotate food and water based on expiration dates. Examples:
- Canned fruits/vegetables
- Canned tuna/meat
- Crackers
- Granola Bars
- Instant Coffee
- Peanut Butter and Jelly
- Powdered Milk
- Tea
- Trail Mix
CLOTHING & BEDDING
- One complete change of clothing (One long sleeve shirt and one pair long pants) and footwear for each household member
- Shoes should be sturdy (Work shoes or boots)
- Rain gear, coats, hats, and gloves
- Extra socks, underwear, thermal under garments
- Pillow, blanket or a sleeping bag for each household member
GENERAL SUPPLIES
- ABC Type Fire Extinguisher
- Aluminum Foil
- Battery Powered Radio
- Can Opener
- Cash, Travelers Checks, Credit Cards
- Compass
- Duct Tape
- Extra Batteries
- Extra set of car keys
- Feminine Supplies
- Flashlight
- Hard-wired phone
- Household Bleach
- Household Documents (stored in a waterproof container)
- Hygiene items (toothbrush and toothpaste, waterless soap)
- Identification
- Kitchen items (paper cups, plates, plastic utensils, paper towels)
- Local map
- Masking tape
- Matches and/or lighter
- Multipurpose knife
- Paper, pen and/or pencil
- Plastic garbage bags and ties
- Plastic sheeting
- Sanitation items (toilet paper, plastic bucket with lid, disinfectant)
- Scissors
- Signal Flare
- Small insulated cooler (for medications, etc.)
- Small Shovel
- Tools for shutting off utilities (pliers, wrench, screw driver)
FIRST AID KIT
- Antacid
- Antibiotic cream
- Anti-diarrhea medication
- Antiseptic or Hydrogen Peroxide
- Aspirin or non-aspirin pain reliever
- Butterfly bandages
- Cleansing agent/soap
- Elastic non-adhesive bandages
- Emetic (to induce vomiting)
- Gauze pads
- Hard-wired phone
- Hypoallergenic adhesive tape
- Instant cold pack (for medical purposes and keeping medication cold)
- Latex gloves
- Laxative
- Needle and Thread
- Non-prescription medications
- Prescription medications
- Scissors
- Sterile adhesive bandages (in assorted sizes)
- Sterile roll of bandages
- Tongue depressors
- Tweezers
- Vitamins
SPECIAL NEEDS ITEMS
- Activities
- Baby formula/food
- Baby medications
- Baby wipes
- Bottles
- Contact Lenses
- Denture Needs
- Diapers
- Durable Medical Equipment (walker, cane, commode)
- Extra Eyeglasses
- Games
- Pet Foods and Supplies
- Playing Cards/Books
- Powdered Milk
- Prescription Medications
- Reading Materials
CAR KIT
- The following items should be kept in your car in the event of an emergency, as you may have to shelter in your car.
- Battery Powered Radio
- Booster Cables
- Bottled Water
- Disposable Hand-wipes
- Emergency Contact Card
- Essential Medications
- Extra Batteries
- Extra Clothing (Long pants, Long sleeved shirt, Sturdy shoes/boots)
- First Aid Kit
- Flares
- Flashlight
- Local Maps
- Non-perishable foods (Store food in plastic containers, plastic bags, or coffee cans)
- Paper and pen/pencil
- Paper Towels
- Pliers
- Screwdriver
- Sleeping bag and/or blanket
- Waterless Soap
KID KIT
Have your children gather together a few items they enjoy and store them in a backpack or small suitcase. Choose items that can be shared with all family members and other children.
- Board Games
- Books
- Coloring/Activity books
- Crayons
- Emergency Contact Card
- Glue
- Markers
- Paper and pens/pencils
- Photos of family and pet
- Puzzles
- Scissors
- Stuffed Animal
- Surprise Item
- Toy(s)