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Why is an emergency supplies kit necessary?

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You may need to survive on your own for several days after an emergency. To be prepared, you must have enough food, water, and other resources to last many days. A disaster supplies kit is a collection of essential materials that your family may require in the event of a crisis. Here is the list of emergency supply kits that you should have kept in your kit.



  • Additional Items to Consider Adding to an Emergency Supply Kit: Prescription medications and glasses
  • Infant formula and diapers
  • Pet food, water, and supplies for your pet
  • Important family documents such as copies of insurance policies, identification, and bank account records in a portable waterproof container
  • Cash and change
  • Emergency reference material such as a first aid book or information 
  • Sleeping bag or warm blanket for each person. Consider additional bedding if you live in a cold-weather climate.
  • Complete change of clothing including a long-sleeved shirt, long pants, and sturdy shoes. Consider additional clothing if you live in a cold-weather climate.
  • Fire Extinguisher
  • Matches in a waterproof container
  • Feminine supplies, personal hygiene items, and hand sanitizer
  • Mess kits, Paper cups, plates, disposable utensils, paper towels
  • Paper and pencil
  • Books, games, puzzles, or other activities for children




Recommended Items to Include in a Basic Emergency Supply Kit: 

  • Water and non-perishable food for several days
  • Extra cell phone battery or charger 
  • Battery-powered or hand-crank radio that can receive Weather Radio tone alerts and extra batteries 
  • Flashlight and extra batteries
  • Survival first aid kit
  • Whistle to signal for help 
  • Dust mask, to help filter contaminated air and plastic sheeting and duct tape to shelter-in-place Moist towelettes, garbage bags, and plastic ties for personal sanitation 
  • Non-sparking wrench or pliers to turn off utilities 
  • Can opener (if kit contains canned food)
  • Local maps



Having an emergency pack is a vital step in preparing and protecting your family in the case of a disaster. An emergency kit is necessary for short-term survival, as it contains important supplies for you, your family, or your household. Always store your equipment in a convenient location that everyone in the house knows about.


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