Disaster Supply Kit List

In case of an emergency, it can be helpful to have certain items set aside ahead of time. This resource has a list of things you may want to include in a disaster supply kit.

 

Disaster Supply Kit

A disaster supplies kit is a collection of basic items your household may need during an emergency. Look at the basic items and consider what unique needs your family might have. After an emergency, you may need to survive for several days. Being prepared means having your own food, water, and other supplies to last for at least 72 hours.

 

Recommended Basic Items

Water (Minimum, 3 gallons for each person)

Food (Minimum, 3-day supply of food that doesn’t require refrigeration for each person)

Manual can opener

Radio (Battery or hand-cranked powered)

Flashlight

 

Extra batteries for:

Flashlight

Radio

Medical equipment

Other electronic powered items in kit

 

Cell phone and cell phone charger

 

Personal sanitation:

Baby wipes

Garbage bags

Hand sanitizer

Facemasks

 

Hand tools:

Pliers

Screwdrivers

Zip ties

Duct tape

Eyeglass repair kit

 

Communication device and plug to recharge

 

Pet food and extra water:

Water and food bowls

A carrier or cage, and leash

 

Medical supplies:

Prescription Medications

Non-prescription medications, such as pain relievers, anti-diarrhea medication, antacids, or laxatives.

Medical alert bracelet or tag

First aid kit: Band-aids/bandages, antiseptic ointment, thermometer

 

Comfort and sensory items: Noise-canceling headphones, fidget toys, other sensory assistance items

 

Copy of insurance card

List of known allergies

Blanket, comforter, or sleeping bag

Pillows

Complete change of clothing: Underwear, pants and shirt, socks, pajamas

Whistle

Extra changes of clothes for all seasons

Pair of sturdy shoes

Shower shoes and personal hygiene items: toothbrush and toothpaste, comb or brush, deodorant, soap, shampoo, washcloth and towels, feminine supplies

Local maps (Pre-mark important locations and travel routes)

Emergency contact information

An identification card or Driver’s License

Names and numbers of your doctors

Name and number of where you get your medications

 

Encouraged Additional Items:

Cash

Copy of ID

Emergency reference guides

Multitool or pocket-knife

Ziplock bags

Camp stove: Fuel, lighter, matches in a waterproof container

Camp cookware set

Camp utensil set/ plastic silverware

Sheets and twine or a small pop-up tent (to decrease visual stimulation in a busy room or to provide instant privacy)

Laminated cards with phrases, pictures, or pictograms in case your communication device is not working.

Fire extinguisher

Paper and pencil

Books, puzzles, board games

Handheld electronic devices(loaded with movies and games)etc. for entertainment

 

Practice Your Plan

Start a family discussion by visiting the ready.gov website and walking through the tools and kids games provided https://www.ready.gov/plan and https://www.ready.gov/kids