EMERGENCY KIT
72-hour Emergency Kit
Every household should have an emergency kit to sustain them for at least 72 hours, preferably one week. The kit contains enough food and water for all family members and pets as well as seasonal clothing, medications, toiletries, copies of important documents, first aid supplies, flashlight, radio, and other items.
The kit is meant to sustain the household if they need to shelter in place (for example, during a storm or extended power outage), or if they need to leave home in case of an evacuation.
Every household should have an emergency kit to sustain them for at least 72 hours, preferably one week. The kit contains enough food and water for all family members and pets as well as seasonal clothing, medications, toiletries, copies of important documents, first aid supplies, flashlight, radio, and other items.
The kit is meant to sustain the household if they need to shelter in place (for example, during a storm or extended power outage), or if they need to leave home in case of an evacuation.
Example of the contents of a kit for 3 people
Stored in a wheeled bin or plastic totes
Stored in a wheeled bin or plastic totes
36L water in 9.5L and 4L sealed jugs
Food: (note expiry dates and replace as needed) Protein bars Canned fish Canned soup Raisins Crackers Cans of beans Oatmeal Dried coconut Instant noodle soup Canned milk Coffee and tea Nuts Sesame snaps |
First aid kit
Prescription medication Eyeglasses Headlamp Flashlight Batteries Lighter Solar light Crank/solar radio Lifestraw water filters Cell phone chargers Whistle High-visibility vest Wool blankets Winter jackets Rain gear Change of clothes 2 rolls toilet paper Paper towel Soap Washcloth, towel Baby wipes Hand sanitizer Garbage bags Rope |
Pocket knife/multi-tool
Can opener Utensils Bowls Mason jars Butane stove Butane Saucepan Empty yogurt containers Dog bowl Dog food Tylenol and ibuprophen Salve Toothbrushes Menstrual supplies Diapers/ baby needs Cash in small bills Novel/kids' books Cards/travel game Kids' comfort items Knitting |
A list taped to the top of the kit serves as a reminder of what other essential items to bring that aren't in the kit. For example, purse, cell phone, pet kennel, "go box".
A list of contact numbers and the family plan can be taped to the inside of the kit's lid, along with a list of the kit's contents.
A list of contact numbers and the family plan can be taped to the inside of the kit's lid, along with a list of the kit's contents.