What items do I need to have in my Disaster Supplies Kit?

A disaster supplies kit is a collection of basic items a family would probably need to stay safe and be more comfortable during and after a disaster.  Consider having emergency supplies in each vehicle and at your place of employment.

• Three-day supply of nonperishable food and manual can opener.
• Three-day supply of water (one gallon of water per person, per day).
• Portable, battery-powered radio or television and extra batteries.
• Flashlight and extra batteries.
• First aid kit and manual.
• Sanitation and hygiene items(hand sanitizer, moist towelette, and toilet paper).
• Whistle
• Extra clothing and blankets.
• Kitchen accessories and cooking utensils.
• Photocopies of identification and credit cards.
• Cash and coins.
• Special needs items such as prescription medications, eye glasses, contact lens solution, and hearing aid batteries.
• Items for infants, such as formula diapers, bottles, and pacifiers.
• Tools, pet supplies, a map of the local area, and other items to meet your unique family needs.