For more information on assembling and refreshing supplies, contact the American Red Cross for their Disaster Supplies kit brochure.

Be sure to develop a complete Family Weather Emergency Plan!

Print Out This List And Keep It Handy!

Essentials:

• Battery-operated radio * Flashlight *
• Extra batteries
• Do not include candles, which cause more fires after a disaster than anything else
• Water: 3 gallons/person, minimum, in a food-grade, plastic container
• Additional water for sanitation
• Food: Minimum 3-day supply of non-perishable food that requires no refrigeration or preparation and little or no water.
  1. Dry cereal
  2. Peanut butter
  3. Canned fruits
  4. Canned vegetables
  5. Canned juice
  6. Ready-to-eat canned meats
  7. Ready-to-eat soups (not concentrated)
  8. Quick energy snacks, graham crackers
     
• First Aid Kit: (one for your home and one for each car)
  1. Scissors
  2. Sun screen
  3. Thermometer
  4. Tweezers
  5. Needle
  6. Cleansing agent/soap
  7. Latex gloves (2 pairs)
  8. Tongue blades (2)
  9. Moistened towelettes
  10. Assorted sizes of safety pins
  11. 2" sterile gauze pads (4-6)
  12. 4" sterile gauze pads (4-6)
  13. 2" sterile roller bandages (3 rolls)
  14. 3" sterile roller bandages (3 rolls)
  15. Triangular bandages (3)
  16. Tube of petroleum jelly or other lubricant
  17. Sterile adhesive bandages in assorted sizes
      
• Non-Prescription Drugs:
  1. Laxative
  2. Anti-diarrhea medication
  3. Aspirin or non-aspirin pain reliever
  4. Antacid (for stomach upset)
  5. Activated Charcoal (use if advised by the Poison Control Center)
  6. Syrup of Ipecac (use to induce vomiting if advised by the Poison Control Center)
     
• Tools and Supplies:
  1. Whistle
  2. Aluminum foil
  3. Crowbar
  4. Compass
  5. Paper, pencil
  6. Plastic sheeting
  7. Medicine dropper
  8. Needles, thread
  9. Signal flare
  10. Matches in a waterproof container
  11. Assorted nails, wood screws
  12. Pliers, screwdriver, hammer
  13. Plastic storage containers
  14. Heavy cotton or hemp rope
  15. Cash or traveler's checks, change
  16. Map of the area (for locating shelters)
  17. Non-electric can opener, utility knife
  18. Mess kits, or paper cups, plates and plastic utensils
  19. Tape, duct and plumber's tape or strap iron
  20. Patch kit and can of seal-in-air for tires
  21. Shut-off wrench, to turn off household gas and water
      
• Miscellaneous:
  1. Sanitation: Disinfectant
  2. Household chlorine bleach
  3. Soap, liquid detergent
  4. Personal hygiene items
  5. Feminine supplies
  6. Plastic bucket with tight lid
  7. Toilet paper, towelettes, paper towels
  8. Plastic garbage bags, ties (for personal sanitation uses)
     
• Clothing and Bedding:
  1. Sunglasses
  2. Rain gear
  3. Hat and gloves
  4. Sturdy shoes or work boots
  5. Blankets or sleeping bags
  6. Thermal underwear
  7. One complete change of clothing and footwear per person
     
• For Baby:
  1. Formula
  2. Diapers
  3. Bottles
  4. Medication
  5. Powdered milk
     
• For Pets:
  1. Food
  2. Leash, harness or carrier
  3. Records of vaccinations
  4. Non-tippable food and water containers
     
• Important Family Documents:
  1. Important telephone numbers
  2. Record of bank account numbers
  3. Family records (birth, marriage, death certificates)
  4. Inventory of valuable household goods
  5. Copy of will, insurance policies, contracts, deeds, stocks and bonds
  6. Record of credit card account numbers and companies
  7. Copy of passports, social security cards, immunization records
     
• Family Medical Needs:
  1. Insulin
  2. Prescription drugs
  3. Denture needs
  4. Extra eye glasses
  5. Contact lenses and supplies
  6. Heart and high blood pressure medication
     
• Entertainment:
  1. Games and books