Get a Kit
How many gallons of water are in your closet? Do you have a flashlight and batteries in the car or extra medication at the office?
When preparing for a possible emergency situation, it's best to think first about the basics of survival: fresh water, food, clean air and warmth.
However, your disaster kit may include other essential items that your family may need in the event of a disaster such as prescription medicine, diapers or spare contacts.
Learn more:
- Check out this Build a Kit Video to learn how to build a basic kit.
- Download a printable Kit Checklist for completing your own kit.
- Purchase a Kit online at The American Red Cross of Orange County, if you don’t have time to make your own.
- See a quick checklist to build your own kit.
- See a list of appropriate food for your emergency kit.
