Things for a Home Emergency Kit
From "Preparing for Disaster." Developed by the American Red Cross and the Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency, http://www.redcross.org/services/disaster/0,1082,0_3_,00.html.
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3 days water supply
At least 1 gallon per person, per day. Store in plastic bottles. Children, nursing mothers and ill persons will need more. |
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3 days food supply
Non-perishable, preferably foods that do not require refrigeration, preparation or cooking, and little or no water. Examples: canned meats, fruits, vegetables; canned juices; staples (salt, pepper, sugar, spices); high energy foods; vitamins; comfort/stress foods. |
First aid kit for home and each car
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| Non-prescription pain reliever |
| Anti-diarrhea medicine |
| Antacid |
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Syrup of Ipecac
To induce vomiting, if advised by the Poison Control Center. |
| Laxative |
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Activated charcoal
For use if advised by the Poison Control Center. |
| Mess kits or disposable plates, cups and utensils |
| Emergency preparedness manual |
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| Flashlight and extra batteries |
| Cash or traveler's checks, change |
| Non-electric can opener, utility knife |
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| Pliers |
| Tape |
| Compass |
| Matches in a waterproof container |
| Aluminum foil |
| Plastic storage containers |
| Signal flare |
| Paper and pencil |
| Needles and thread |
| Medicine dropper |
| Shut-off wrench for gas and water |
| Whistle |
| Plastic sheeting |
| Local area map |
| Toilet paper, towelettes |
| Soap, liquid detergent |
| Feminine supplies |
| Personal hygiene items |
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Plastic garbage bags and ties
For personal sanitation use. |
| Plastic bucket with tight lid |
| Disinfectant |
| Household chlorine bleach |
| At least one complete change of clothing and shoes |
| Sturdy shoes or work boots |
| Rain gear |
| Blankets or sleeping bags |
| Hat and gloves |
| Thermal underwear |
| Sunglasses |
| Formula, diapers, bottles and powdered milk for infants |
| Prescription medications |
| Contact lenses and supplies |
| Games and books |
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Important records in a waterproof container
Will, insurance policies, contracts, deeds, stocks and bonds, passports, social security cards, immunization records, bank account numbers, credit card account numbers and companies. |
| Household inventory of valuable goods |
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Family records
Birth, marriage and death certificates. |
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