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There are eight basics you should
stock for your home in the case
of an emergency:
Keep the items that you would
most likely need during an
evacuation in an easy-to carry
container. Below is a
comprehensive list of what
should be included in your kit –
recommended items are marked
with an asterisk(*).
Possible containers include a
large, covered trash container,
a camping backpack or a duffle
bag.
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Water
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Store water in plastic
containers such as soft
drink bottles. Avoid using
containers that will
decompose or break, such as
milk cartons or glass
bottles. A normally active
person needs to drink at
least two quarts of water
each day. Hot environments
and intense physical
activity can double that
amount. Children, nursing
mothers, and ill people will
need more.
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Store one gallon of water
per person per day.
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Keep at least a three-day
supply of water per person
(two quarts for drinking,
two quarts for each person
in your household for food
preparation/sanitation).*
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Food
Store at least a three-day
supply of non-perishable food.
Select foods that require no
refrigeration, preparation or
cooking, and little or no water.
If you must heat food, pack a
can of sterno. Select food items
that are compact and
lightweight.
Include a selection of the
following foods in your
Emergency Supply Kit:
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Ready-to-eat canned meats,
fruits, and vegetables
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Canned juices
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Staples (salt, sugar,
pepper, spices, etc.)
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High energy foods
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Vitamins
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Food for infants
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Comfort/stress foods
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First
Aid Kit
Assemble a first aid kit for
your home and one for each car.
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(20) adhesive bandages,
various sizes.
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(1) 5" x 9" sterile
dressing.
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(1) conforming roller gauze
bandage.
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(2) triangular bandages.
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(2) 3 x 3 sterile gauze
pads.
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(2) 4 x 4 sterile gauze
pads.
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(1) roll 3" cohesive
bandage.
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(2) germicidal hand wipes or
waterless alcohol-based hand
sanitizer.
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(6) antiseptic wipes.
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(2) pair large medical grade
non-latex gloves.
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Adhesive tape, 2" width.
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Anti-bacterial ointment.
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Cold pack.
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Scissors (small, personal).
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Tweezers.
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CPR breathing barrier, such
as a face shield.
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Non-Prescription Drugs
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Aspirin or non-aspirin pain
reliever
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Anti-diarrhea medication
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Antacid (for stomach upset)
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Syrup of Ipecac (use to
induce vomiting if advised
by the Poison Control
Center)
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Laxative
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Activated charcoal (use if
advised by the Poison
Control Center)
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Tools and Supplies
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Mess kits, or paper cups,
plates, and plastic
utensils*
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Emergency preparedness
manual*
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Battery-operated radio and
extra batteries*
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Flashlight and extra
batteries*
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Cash or traveler's checks,
change*
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Non-electric can opener,
utility knife*
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Fire extinguisher: small
canister ABC type
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Tube tent
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Pliers
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Tape
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Compass
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Matches in a waterproof
container
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Aluminum foil
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Plastic storage containers
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Signal flare
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Paper, pencil
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Needles, thread
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Medicine dropper
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Shut-off wrench, to turn off
household gas and water
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Whistle
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Plastic sheeting
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Map of the area (for
locating shelters)
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Sanitation
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Toilet paper, towelettes*
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Soap, liquid detergent*
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Feminine supplies*
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Personal hygiene items*
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Plastic garbage bags, ties
(for personal sanitation
uses)
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Plastic bucket with tight
lid
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Disinfectant
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Household chlorine bleach
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Clothing and Bedding
*Include at least one complete
change of clothing and footwear
per person.
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Special
Items
Remember family members with
special requirements, such as
infants and elderly or disabled
persons.
For Baby*
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Formula
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Diapers
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Bottles
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Powdered milk
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Medications
For Adults*
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