Build a Kit

Emergency Supply Kit

Medical:

• Sterile adhesive bandages
• Scissors
• Tweezers
• Needle
• Moist towelettes
• Antiseptic
• Thermometer
• Petroleum Jelly
• Cleanser/Soap
• Aspirin/Pain Reliever
• Antacid
• Gloves
• Alcohol Swabs
• Rubbing Alcohol
• Sterile Water (NOT for drinking)
• Medical Tape

Tools and Supplies:

• Paper cups, plates and
  plastic utensils
• Battery operated radio and extra batteries
• Flashlight and extra batteries
• Non-electric can-opener and utility knife
• Pliers
• Tape
• Signal flare
• Needles and thread
• Wrench
• Map of the area
• Aluminum foil
• Plastic sheeting

Sanitation:

• Soap
• Personal hygiene items
• Plastic bags with ties
• Plastic bucket with lid
• Disinfectant
• Household chlorine bleach

Food and Water:

• Store water in plastic containers.
• Store one gallon per person per day for three days.
• Store at least a three-day supply of non-perishable food that requires no preparation and little water.
• Replace stored water every three months and stored food every six.

Other:

• At least one complete change of clothes
• Sunglasses
• Sturdy shoes/work boots
• Rain gear

Please remember that some people may require special items such as: infant formula, diapers, bottles, powdered milk, prescription medications, insulin, denture needs, extra eyeglasses/contacts lenses and supplies.

Also, keep with you copies of any important family documentation such as: birth certificates, marriage licenses, wills, bank account numbers, deeds, credit card information, insurance policy information, and passports. Keep these items in a watertight container. Another suggestion for important papers is to scan them onto a computer, then backup disk which can be kept in a safety deposit box or stored with an out of town relative.