If an earthquake, storm, fire or other disaster strikes your community, you might not have access to food, water and electricity for days, or even weeks. By taking some time now to store emergency food and water supplies, you can provide for your entire family.

Keep the items that you would most likely need during an evacuation in an easy-to carry container such as a large, covered trash container, a camping backpack or a duffle bag.

Below is a list of what should be included in your kit:

• Water: One gallon per person per day. Keep at least a three-day supply of water per person.


• Food: Store at least a three-day supply of non-perishable food.


• First Aid Kit: Bandages, antiseptic wipes, anti-bacterial ointment, etc.


• Non-Prescription Drugs: Aspirin, antacid, anti-diarrhea medication, etc.


• Tools and Supplies: Portable radio, fire extinguisher, flashlight, batteries, non-electric can opener, etc.


• Sanitation: Toilet paper, feminine supplies, bleach, plastic garbage bags, soap, etc.


• Clothing and Bedding: Include at least one complete change of clothing and footwear per person.


• Special Items: Remember family members with special requirements, such as infants (diapers, formula, etc.) and elderly or disabled persons (prescription drugs, insulin, eye glasses, etc.).


• Important Family Documents: Keep records in a waterproof, portable container (bank account numbers, passports, wills, insurance policies, etc.).

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