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Build A Kit: Basic Disaster Supplies Kit

The document provides information on assembling an emergency preparedness kit that contains supplies to survive for 72 hours without utilities or access to food stores. It lists the basic items that should be included, such as at least three days of water, non-perishable food, battery-powered radio, first aid supplies, and personal hygiene items. Additional items to consider are prescription medications, infant supplies, pet food and cash. The kit should be stored in an easily portable container and maintained with rotated supplies. Emergency kits should be prepared for home, work and vehicles.

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Build A Kit: Basic Disaster Supplies Kit

The document provides information on assembling an emergency preparedness kit that contains supplies to survive for 72 hours without utilities or access to food stores. It lists the basic items that should be included, such as at least three days of water, non-perishable food, battery-powered radio, first aid supplies, and personal hygiene items. Additional items to consider are prescription medications, infant supplies, pet food and cash. The kit should be stored in an easily portable container and maintained with rotated supplies. Emergency kits should be prepared for home, work and vehicles.

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Build A Kit

Make sure your emergency kit is stocked with the items on the checklist below. Most of the
items are inexpensive and easy to find, and any one of them could save your life. Headed to the
store? Download a printable version to take with you. Once you take a look at the basic items,
consider what unique needs your family might have, such as supplies for pets, or seniors.

After an emergency, you may need to survive on your own for several days. Being prepared
means having your own food, water and other supplies to last for at least 72 hours. A disaster
supplies kit is a collection of basic items your household may need in the event of an emergency.

Basic Disaster Supplies Kit


To assemble your kit, store items in airtight plastic bags and put your entire disaster supplies kit
in one or two easy-to-carry containers such as plastic bins or a duffel bag.

A basic emergency supply kit could include the following recommended items:

 Water - one gallon of water per person per day for at least three days, for drinking and
sanitation
 Food - at least a three-day supply of non-perishable food
 Battery-powered or hand crank radio and a NOAA Weather Radio with tone alert
 Flashlight
 First aid kit
 Extra batteries
 Whistle to signal for help
 Dust mask to help filter contaminated air and plastic sheeting and duct tape to shelter-in-
place
 Moist towelettes, garbage bags and plastic ties for personal sanitation
 Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities
 Manual can opener for food
 Local maps
 Cell phone with chargers and a backup battery
 Download the Recommended Supplies List (PDF)

Additional Emergency Supplies


Consider adding the following items to your emergency supply kit based on your individual
needs:

 Prescription medications
 Non-prescription medications such as pain relievers, anti-diarrhea medication, antacids or
laxatives
 Glasses and contact lense solution
 Infant formula, bottles, diapers, wipes, diaper rash cream
 Pet food and extra water for your pet
 Cash or traveler's checks
 Important family documents such as copies of insurance policies, identification and bank
account records saved electronically or in a waterproof, portable container
 Sleeping bag or warm blanket for each person
 Complete change of clothing appropriate for your climate and sturdy shoes
 Household chlorine bleach and medicine dropper to disinfect water
 Fire extinguisher
 Matches in a waterproof container
 Feminine supplies and personal hygiene items
 Mess kits, paper cups, plates, paper towels and plastic utensils
 Paper and pencil
 Books, games, puzzles or other activities for children

Maintaining Your Kit


After assembling your kit remember to maintain it so it’s ready when needed:

 Keep canned food in a cool, dry place


 Store boxed food in tightly closed plastic or metal containers
 Replace expired items as needed
 Re-think your needs every year and update your kit as your family’s needs change.

Kit Storage Locations


Since you do not know where you will be when an emergency occurs, prepare supplies for home,
work and vehicles.

 Home: Keep this kit in a designated place and have it ready in case you have to leave
your home quickly. Make sure all family members know where the kit is kept.
 Work: Be prepared to shelter at work for at least 24 hours. Your work kit should include
food, water and other necessities like medicines, as well as comfortable walking shoes,
stored in a “grab and go” case.
 Vehicle: In case you are stranded, keep a kit of emergency supplies in your car.

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