CHECKLIST Pack supplies in a duffle bag, suitcase or storage container and keep it in a place that is easy to access. Remember: Check and update your kit every year—test batteries, check expiration dates and update important documents WATEROne gallon of water per person, per day, for at least three days, for drinking and sanitation RADIOBattery-powered or hand crank radio and a NOAA Weather Radio with tone alert and extra batteries for both FIRST-AID-KIT DUST MASKHelp filter contaminated air and plastic sheeting and duct tape to shelter-in-place WRENCH OR PLIERSTo turn off utilities LOCAL MAPS FOODAt least a three-day supply of non-perishable food FLASHLIGHTWith extra batteries WHISTLETo signal for help PERSONAL SANITATIONMoist towelettes, garbage bags and plastic ties CAN OPENERMake sure it’s a manual can opener CASHIn case ATMs are unavailable or something prevents the use of credit/debit cards
DON’T FORGET INCLUDE CRITICAL ITEMS FOR SPECIAL NEEDS FAMILY MEMBERmedications, special foods, medical equipment INFANTSformula, diapers, bottles PETSfood, leash, medications
VEHICLE ITEMS INCLUDE SUPPLIES IN YOUR VEHICLE FLASHLIGHTWith extra batteries FIRST-AID KIT AND MANUAL WHITE DISTRESS FLAG BOTTLED WATER NON-PERISHABLE FOOD ITEMS SEASONAL SUPPLIESto combat weather condition like blankets, gloves, etc. AUTO REPAIR SUPPLIEStire repair kit, booster/jumper cables, pump and flares LOCAL MAPS