Malhotra & Associates Nationwide Insurance wants to make certain that you are well prepared for any storm or disaster that comes your way! Help protect your family against potential weather disasters and emergency situations by compiling an emergency supply kit. The kit can be assembled over a five-month period on a weekly basis. Perishable items should be changed or replaced every six months.
Essentials
Battery-operated radio
Flashlight
Extra batteries
Do not include candles, which cause more fires after a disaster than anything else
Water - 3 gallons/person, minimum, in a food-grade, plastic container
Additional water for sanitation
Food - Minimum three-day supply of non-perishable food that requires no refrigeration or preparation and little or
no water.
Dry cereal
Peanut butter
Canned fruits
Canned vegetables
Canned juice
Ready-to-eat canned meats
Ready-to-eat soups (not concentrated)
Quick energy snacks, graham crackers
First Aid Kit
Create one for your home and one for each car.
Scissors
Thermometer
Tweezers
Needle
Sunscreen
Cleansing agent/soap
Latex gloves (2 pairs)
Tongue blades (2)
Moistened towelettes
Assorted sizes of safety pins
2" sterile gauze pads (4-6)
4" sterile gauze pads (4-6)
2" sterile roller bandages (3 rolls)
3" sterile roller bandages (3 rolls)
Triangular bandages (3)
Petroleum jelly or other lubricant
Sterile adhesive bandages in assorted sizes
Non-Prescription Drugs
Laxative
Anti-diarrhea medication
Aspirin or non-aspirin pain reliever
Antacid (for stomach upset)
Activated charcoal (use if advised by the Poison Control Center)
Syrup of ipecac (use to induce vomiting if advised by the Poison Control Center)
Tools and Supplies
Whistle
Crowbar
Paper, pencil
Medicine dropper
Needles, thread
Signal flare
Assorted nails, wood screws
Plastic storage containers
Cash or traveler's checks, change
Tape, duct and plumber's tape or strap iron
Patch kit and can of seal-in-air for tires
Shut-off wrench, to turn off household gas and water
Aluminum foil
Plastic sheeting
Compass
Matches in a waterproof container
Pliers, screwdriver, hammer
Heavy cotton or hemp rope
Non-electric can opener, utility knife
Mess kits, or paper cups, plates and plastic utensils
Map of the area (for locating shelters)
Sanitation
Disinfectant
Soap, liquid detergent
Feminine supplies
Toilet paper, towelettes, paper towels
Plastic garbage bags, ties (for personal sanitation uses)
Household chlorine bleach
Personal hygiene items
Plastic bucket with tight lid
Clothing and Bedding
Sunglasses
Hat and gloves
Blankets or sleeping bags
One complete change of clothing and footwear per person
Rain gear
Sturdy shoes or work boots
Thermal underwear
For Baby
Formula
Bottles
Powdered milk
Diapers
Medication
For Pets
Food
Leash, harness or carrier
Records of vaccinations
Non-tippable food and water containers
Important Family Documents
Important telephone numbers
Record of bank account numbers
Family records (birth, marriage, death certificates)
Inventory of valuable household goods
Copy of will, insurance policies, contracts, deeds, stocks and bonds
Record of credit card account numbers and companies
Copy of passports, social security cards, immunization records
Family Medical Needs
Insulin
Prescription drugs
Denture needs
Extra eye glasses
Contact lenses and supplies
Heart and high blood pressure medication
Entertainment
Games and books
Content was contributed by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
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