Emergency Supplies
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Printable Supply List here:
Emergency Kit Supply List
ESSENTIALS (enough for one week’s supply)
o Water (1 gallon per person per day; 1 week’s supply)
o Water storage container, long-term (15 gallon or larger)
o Water purification supplies: filter or tablets
o Water preserver treatment
o Fire extinguisher (A-B-C type)
o First aid kit (see contents list below)
o Non-perishable food (MREs, canned, dry mixes)
o Can opener (manual)
o Blankets and/or sleeping bags
o Portable radio (crank or solar)
o Flashlights and batteries
o Prescription medication
o Extra eyeglasses
o Extra house and car keys
o Pet supplies (see below)
o Cash and change
o Infant supplies
FIRST AID KIT (click to see our selection of pre-made first aid kits)
Basic Supplies:
o Adhesive bandages in multiple sizes
o Antibacterial ointment
o Antihistamine
o Antiseptic wipes
o Blister treatment
o Butterfly bandages/wound-closure strips
o First Aid manual
o Gauze pads
o Ibuprofen/pain-relief medication
o Insect sting relief ointment
o Medical adhesive tape
o Nonstick sterile pads
o Safety pins
o Tweezers, fine-point
Wound Care:
o Elastic wrap
o Cleansing pads with topical anesthetic
o Liquid bandages
o Rolled gauze
Medication/Treatments:
o Antacid tablets
o Aspirin (primarily for response to a heart attack)
o Glucose or other sugar to treat hypoglycemia
o Hand sanitizer
o Injectable epinephrine
o Lubricating eye drops
o Oral rehydration salts
o Poison ivy/poison oak preventative and treatment
o Prescription medications
o Throat lozenges
Other supplies:
o Bandage shears
o Cotton-tipped swabs
o Finger splints
o Insect repellant
o Lip balm, sunscreen
o Magnifying glass
o Medical gloves (nitrile and latex)
o Mylar blankets
o Oral thermometer
o SAM splint
o Small mirror
o Waterproof container to hold supplies
COOKING
o Plastic utensils
o Plastic plates, cups
o Paper towels
o Camp stove
o Fuel for camping stove
o Small cooking pot set
o Aluminum foil
TOOLS & SUPPLIES
o Axe
o Broom and dustpan
o City/area map
o Coil of rope
o Duct tape
o Gas & water shutoff wrench
o Headlamp and batteries
o Needle-nose pliers with wire-cutter
o Pocket knife and/or multi-tool
o Shovel
o Staple gun
o Tool kit: multi-bit screwdriver, pliers, hammer
PET SUPPLIES
o Blanket
o Bowls for water and food
o Carrier for each pet
o Disposable bags
o Extra collar and leash
o Food
o Litter and tray
o Medications
o Pet first aid kit
o Recent photos (in case pet becomes lost)
o Toys/bones
o Rabies certificate and license
o Veterinary records (including vaccinations)
o Water
COMMUNICATION
o Cell phones & chargers (car, solar or manual/crank)
o Copies of important family documents (insurance policies, property records, bank account information)
o Copies of important identification documents: driver’s license, birth certificate, passport
o External battery charger
o Names and telephone numbers:
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Police, fire, paramedics, and nearby medical centers
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Neighbors
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Landlord or property manager
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Electric, gas, and water companies
o Important medical information, such as allergies, regular medications, etc.
o Vehicle identification number (VIN), year, model, and license number of your automobile(s), boat, RV, etc.
o Bank or credit union telephone number, online banking login information, your account types, and numbers
o Local radio and television broadcast stations to tune to for emergency broadcast information
SAFETY AND COMFORT
o N95 masks
o Sturdy shoes
o Candles
o Matches/lighters
o Heavy duty work gloves
o Garden hose for siphoning or fire-fighting
o Change of clothing
o Light sticks
o Knife or razor blade/box cutter
o Tent with rain fly
o Whistle
SANITATION
o Trash bags, plastic
o Trash cans
o Shampoo and body wash
o Biodegradable soap
o Collapsible sink or wash basin
o Bleach (can be used as disinfectant or water preserver)
o Feminine hygiene supplies
o Tarp
o Poncho
o Moist towelettes
o Toothpaste/toothbrush
o Toilet paper
Are you prepared for an emergency?
Our extensive selection of emergency supplies will allow you to build a supply kit that will ensure that you and your family are prepared, just in case.
What is an Emergency Supply Kit?
An emergency supply kit is a collection of basic items that your household may need in the event of an emergency. Complete list below
In addition to an extensive emergency kit, you should also have a "go-bag" that can be easily accessed and transported in the event of an emergency. Read more about what to include in a go-bag here.
Tips for Building an Emergency Kit:
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Assemble your kit before you need it! You may have to evacuate at a moment’s notice, and will likely not have time to search or shop for the items you need.
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Plan to have enough supplies for each family member for at least 72 hours.
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Basic services such as electricity, gas, water, sewage treatment and telephones may be cut off for days or even a week, or longer. Your supply kit should contain items to help you manage during these outages.
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You should have separate kits for your home, cars, and office.
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Label all perishable items with “Date of Purchase” and “Expiration Date.” Don’t forget to date any replacement items.
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Put heavier items on bottom of container.
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Put life safety items at the top (first aid kit, fire extinguisher, flashlight).
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Check all kits every October 17th. Rotate dated items into normal household stock or give away, and replace.