Every home should have a basic emergency kit that can be used for any emergency. Store your kit in an area that is dry and easy to get to in case of an emergency. Review your kit every 6-12 months to identify and replace outdated supplies. While some items should be in everyone's kit it is important to adapt the kit for the needs of you and your family.
emergency kit Checklist
Have a kit for your house, vehicle, and place of work
Water(one gallon per person per day for several days)
Non-Perishable Food (at least a three-day supply)
Manual can opener (for food)
Flashlight
Battery-powered or hand crank radio and a NOAA Weather Radio with tone alert
Extra batteries
Pocketknife
Whistle (to signal for help)
Blanket
Change of clothes
Wrench or pliers(to turn off utilities)
Prescription medication
Matches in a waterproof container
First aid kit
Important documents
Hygiene products
Copy of communication plan
Paper, pen, tape
Cash
Cell phone with chargers
Local map
Masks
Special items
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