Emergency Supplies You Should Have on Hand

Here's a checklist you can use to make sure you have the basic emergency supplies every home should stock. If you live in a particularly hot/cold/rainy climate be sure to adjust the list as necessary.

• Water – 3 gallons per person (minimum)
• Water Bottles or Collapsible Water Jug (to carry water if needed)
• Food – 3-day supply (minimum) of non-perishable food
• Formula and Diapers if you have a baby (extra water for formula)
• Camp stove and fuel (enough to cook at least 3 meals for 3 days)
• Can opener (non-electric)
• Cell Phone with hand-crank charger
• Battery-powered radio with extra batteries
• Flashlight that does not require batteries (shake or crank style)
• Whistle
• First Aid Kit
• Blankets (1 per person)
• Ponchos, Jackets, and Knit Hats/Beanies (depending on climate)
• Respiratory mask
• Toiletries
• Moist Wipes (preferably anti-bacterial)
• Wrench or pliers (screwdrivers are handy too)
• Garbage bags
• Duct Tape
• Identification (also medical insurance cards and alert bracelets)
• Notepad and pens or pencils (reading material is also nice)

You can simplify this project by purchasing a survival kit, a first aid kit, and browsing our online store for other supplies.

Other things to keep in mind:

• Keep your car's gas tank at least half-way full
• Keep a survival kit in your car as well as your house
• Strap your hot water heater to the wall (for earthquakes)
• Don't use tap water until you hear that it is safe
• Beware of power lines that may have fallen

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