Build An Emergency Kit- You'll Thank Yourself Later!

10/24/2017 (Permalink)

1. Water – 1 gallon per person per day – Sealed water bottles are best for storage. You can also freeze them ahead of time to keep food cold longer.

2.Non-Perishable Food – At least a 3 day supply per person of food that does not require cooking or refrigeration. (Canned meat, vegetables, juices & fruits, crackers, granola bars, trail mix, etc.)

3. Manual can opener.

4. Plastic garbage bags.

5. Flashlight, batteries, back up phone charger.

6. First aid kit – various sizes of adhesive bandages, cold packs (non refrigerated type), scissors, tweezers.

7. Hygiene items – toilet paper, towelettes, soap, baby wipes, liquid hand sanitizer.

8. Matches – stored in a waterproof container.

9. Cash – have enough cash to sustain you through a 2 week period. Without electricity, most businesses (if open) will not accept credit cards and may not accept traveler’s checks.

10. Emergency phone numbers.

11. Entertainment – games, books, etc. to help pass the time if power goes out.