According to FEMA, the following is a list of supplies that should be in any emergency kit:
- Water - One gallon per person per day for at least three days
- Food - At least a 3-day supply of non-perishable food
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Battery-powered or hand crank radio
- NOAA Weather Radio
- Flashlight
- Whistle to signal for help
- Dust mask
- Duct tape and plastic sheeting to shelter in place
- Moist towelettes, garbage bags and plastic ties for personal sanitation
- Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities
- Manual can opener
- Local maps
- Cell phone with chargers, inverter or solar charger
- First aid kit
- Two pairs of latex or sterile gloves
- Sterile dressings to stop bleeding
- Cleansing agent/soap and antibiotic towelettes
- Antibiotic ointment
- Burn ointment
- Adhesive bandages in many sizes
- Eye wash
- Thermometer
- Prescription medications you or your family take
- Prescribed medical supplies such as glucose and blood pressure monitoring equipment
- Pain reliever such as aspirin
- Anti-diarrhea medication
- Antacid
- Laxative
- Scissors
- Tweezers
- Tube of petroleum jelly or other lubricant
Additional supplies to consider:
- Prescription medications
- Glasses
- Feminine supplies and personal hygiene items
- Infant formula and diapers
- Pet food and extra water for your pet
- Cash or traveler's checks and change
- Important family documents such as insurance policies and bank records in a waterproof, portable container
- Emergency reference material such as a first aid book
- Sleeping bag or warm blanket for each person, with more bedding for colder climates
- Complete change of clothing, including a long-sleeved shirt, long pants and sturdy shoes, with more clothing for colder climates
- Fire extinguisher
- Mess kits, paper cups, plates, paper towels and plastic utensils
- Paper and pencil
- Books, games, puzzles or other activities for children
The ASPCA also has a list of supplies for pets:
- Pet first-aid kit and guide book (ask your vet)
- Food - 3 to 7-day supply
- Disposable litter trays (aluminum roasting pans are perfect)
- Litter or paper toweling
- Liquid dish soap and disinfectant
- Garbage bag
- Pet feeding dishes
- Extra collar or harness and an extra leash
- Photocopies of medical records and a waterproof container with any necessary medication
- Water - 7-day supply for each pet
- Traveling bag, crate or carrier for each pet
- Blanket
- Recent photos in case you need to make "lost" posters
- Toys
