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Preparing An Emergency Kit

Emergency Preparedness Officials recommend each family assemble the following materials to store for an emergency:

  • Bottled Water
  • Clothing and Bedding
  • First Aid Kit
  • Food
  • Tools and Household Supplies
  • Emergency WaterBOTTLED WATER
  • Keep Bottled Water in safe containers that will not decompose
  • Plan on one gallon per person per day (two quarts per person for drinking; two quarts per person for food preparation/sanitation)
  • Keep at least a three-day supply of water.
  • CLOTHING AND BEDDING
  • A change of clothes per person. If you are exposed to a dangerous chemical or biological agent, you may need to change your clothes and seal the exposed clothes in a plastic bag.
  • Blankets or sleeping bags
  • Boots
  • Hats and Gloves
  • Rain Gear
  • Work Gloves
  • FIRST AID KIT
    A standard first aid kit should include:
  • Adhesive bandages in assorted sizes
  • Gauze Pads
  • Over-the-counter medications, including pain relievers, cold medicine, anti-diarrheals, antacids, syrup of ipecac and activated charcoal. If children are in the family, make sure age-appropriate medications are part of the kit.
  • Prescription medications that family members require.
  • Safety Pins
  • Scissors
  • Soap and Disinfectant
  • Thermometer
  • Tweezers
  • FOOD

  • Store at least three days worth of non-perishable foods.
  • Choose foods that don't require any cooking or special preparation.
  • Choose foods that don't require much, if any, water to prepare.
  • Be sure your emergency kit includes a can opener, paper plates, plastic utensils and cups.
  • The Red Cross recommends foods that are compact and lightweight in case you have to move.
  • Suggested foods include: Ready-to-eat canned meats, fruits, vegetables and juices. High-energy foods such as peanuts, breakfast and protein bars. Staples such as salt, pepper, sugar.
  • TOOLS AND HOUSEHOLD SUPPLIES
  • Aluminum Foil
  • Battery powered radio
  • Disinfectant
  • Duct Tape
  • Extra Batteries
  • Feminine Supplies
  • Flashlight
  • Garbage Bags
  • Knife
  • Liquid Detergent
  • Map of the Area
  • Matches
  • Plastic Storage Containers and Bags
  • Pliers
  • Plastic Bucket With Lid
  • Plastic Sheeting (to seal a room in the event of a chemical attack)
  • Signal Flares
  • Small Fire Extinguisher
  • Soap
  • Sunscreen
  • Toilet Paper
  • Towels
  • Wrench
  • SPECIAL NEEDS FOR BABIES Diapers, wipes, medication, formula, powdered milk, medication


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