Prepare for Disasters Before they Strike: Build A Disaster Supplies Kit
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 –
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. Select food items that are compact and lightweight.
Include a selection of the following foods in your Disaster Supplies Kit: | Ready-to-eat canned meats, fruits, and vegetables |
| Canned juices |
| Staples (salt, sugar, pepper, spices, etc.) |
| High energy foods |
| Vitamins |
| Food for infants |
| Comfort/stress foods |
First Aid Kit
Assemble a first aid kit for your home and one for each car.
| (20) adhesive bandages, various sizes. |
| (1) 5" x 9" sterile dressing. |
| Germicidal hand wipes or waterless alcohol-based hand sanitizer. |
| Antiseptic wipes. |
| Adhesive tape, 2" width. |
| Anti-bacterial ointment. |
| Cold pack. |
| Scissors (small, personal). |
| Tweezers. |
| CPR breathing barrier, such as a face shield. |
Non-Prescription Drugs
| Aspirin or non-aspirin pain reliever |
| Anti-diarrhea medication |
| Antacid (for stomach upset) |
Tools and Supplies
| Mess kits, or paper cups, plates, and plastic utensils |
| Emergency preparedness manual |
| Battery-operated radio and extra batteries |
| Flashlight and extra batteries |
| Cash or Traveller's cheques, change |
| Non-electric can opener, utility knife |
| Fire extinguisher |
| Tube tent |
| Pliers |
| Tape |
| Compass |
| Matches in a waterproof container |
| Aluminum foil |
| Plastic storage containers |
| Signal flare |
| Paper, pencil |
| Needles, thread |
| Medicine dropper |
| Shut-off wrench, to turn off household gas and water |
| Whistle |
| Plastic sheeting |
| Map of the area (for locating shelters) |
For Baby
| Formula |
| Diapers |
| Bottles |
| Powdered milk |
| Medications |
For Adults
| Heart and high blood pressure medication |
| Insulin |
| Prescription drugs |
| Denture needs |
| Contact lenses and supplies |
| Extra eye glasses |
Important Family Documents
| Keep these records in a waterproof, portable container: |
- Will, insurance policies, contracts deeds, stocks and bonds
- Passports, social security cards, immunization records
- Bank account numbers
- Credit card account numbers and companies
| Inventory of valuable household goods, important telephone numbers |
| Family records (birth, marriage, death certificates) |
| Store your kit in a convenient place known to all family members. Keep a smaller version of the supplies kit in the trunk of your car. |
| Keep items in airtight plastic bags. Change your stored water supply every six months so it stays fresh. Replace your stored food every six months. Re-think your kit and family needs at least once a year. Replace batteries, update clothes, etc. |
| Ask your physician or pharmacist about storing prescription medications |
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