Disaster Preparedness Supply Kit
A disaster supply kit is a collection of basic items a person / family would need to stay safe during and after a disaster. The items should be stored in a portable, preferably light weight and water resistant container, placed in a known location in the house. The contents should be reviewed at least once a year or as personal needs change. Below is a list of the basics to include in a disaster supply kit.
- Three-day supply of non perishable food and manual can opener
- Three-day supply of water (one gallon per person, per day)
- Portable, battery powered radio or TV and extra batteries
- Flashlight and extra batteries
- First aid kit
- Sanitation and hygiene items (hand sanitizer, garbage bags, toilet paper, etc)
- Matches or lighter in waterproof container
- Whistle to signal for help
- Extra set of clothes for each person
- Blankets
- Money / cash
- Photocopies of identification (birth certificate, social security card)
- Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities
- Maps of the local area
- Dust mask to filter contaminated air
- Special needs items such as an extra pair of prescription glasses, contacts and cleaning solution, or hearing aid batteries
- Pet supplies if you own a pet including food, extra water, and shot records
For winter months, include the following:
- Warmer, heavier clothing
- Sturdy shoes
- Hat and gloves
- Extra blankets or sleeping bags
A disaster supply kit is a collection of basic items a person / family would need to stay safe during and after a disaster. The items should be stored in a portable, preferably light weight and water resistant container, placed in a known location in the house. The contents should be reviewed at least once a year or as personal needs change. Below is a list of the basics to include in a disaster supply kit.
- Three-day supply of non perishable food and manual can opener
- Three-day supply of water (one gallon per person, per day)
- Portable, battery powered radio or TV and extra batteries
- Flashlight and extra batteries
- First aid kit
- Sanitation and hygiene items (hand sanitizer, garbage bags, toilet paper, etc)
- Matches or lighter in waterproof container
- Whistle to signal for help
- Extra set of clothes for each person
- Blankets
- Money / cash
- Photocopies of identification (birth certificate, social security card)
- Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities
- Maps of the local area
- Dust mask to filter contaminated air
- Special needs items such as an extra pair of prescription glasses, contacts and cleaning solution, or hearing aid batteries
- Pet supplies if you own a pet including food, extra water, and shot records
For winter months, include the following:
- Warmer, heavier clothing
- Sturdy shoes
- Hat and gloves
- Extra blankets or sleeping bags