Family Disaster Kit
When a disaster strikes there may not be time to develop a list of these things you will need, locate them and pick them up. You should develop your list of needed supplies prior to the disaster. If possible, have supplies pre-packaged in water resistant containers so they are ready to go when needed.
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CONTENTS OF THIS SECTION:
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Container / Storage Options |
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Water |
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Food |
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First Aid Kit |
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Non-Prescription Drugs |
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Tools and General Supplies |
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Sanitation |
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Clothing and Bedding |
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Special Needs Items |
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Baby Items |
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Adult Items |
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Entertainment |
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13. |
Important Documents |
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Large, covered trash container |
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Camping backpack |
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Duffle bag |
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Plastic, snap lid container sold at most variety stores |
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Large thermos type containers |
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Empty plastic gallon water containers, such as the type sold at grocery stores containing commercial spring or distilled water. These containers are reusable if they have "screw on" type lids. |
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Plan for a five-day supply of water. |
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Pre-bottled water should be replaced every six months. |
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Plan for a gallon of water a day per person. Remember that water will be used not only for drinking, but also for food preparation and sanitation. Don’t under estimate your needs! |
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Plan for a five-day supply of non-perishable foods |
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Plan to use non-perishable foods that do not require refrigeration and need minimal preparation and water |
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Use canned meats, fruits and vegetables |
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Use canned Sterno for foods that require heating |
FIRST AID KIT
During disasters we are more prone to injuries. Sources of injuries are plentiful: debris, broken glass, and hanging objects such as tree limbs. Also, without proper sanitation, illness can occur to healthy people. Two kits are recommended, a kit for your home and a travel kit for each vehicle.
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Sterile adhesive bandages in assorted sizes |
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Assorted sizes of safety pins |
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Soap and cleansing agent |
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Several pairs of latex gloves |
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Sunscreen |
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2-inch and 4-inch sterile gauze pads (4-6 of each) |
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Triangular bandage |
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Non-prescription drugs |
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2-inch sterile roller bandages (3 rolls) |
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3-inch sterile roller bandages (3 rolls) |
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Scissors |
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Tweezers |
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Needle |
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Moistened towelettes |
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Antiseptic |
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Thermometer |
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Tongue blades |
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Petroleum jelly |
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Aspirin or non-aspirin pain reliever |
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Anti-diarrhea medication |
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Antacid |
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Syrup of Ipecac (causing vomiting if advised to do so by the Poison Control Center) |
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Laxative |
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Activated charcoal (used under the advice of the Poison Control Center) |
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Medicine dropper |
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Mess kit, paper cups, plates and utensils |
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Emergency information (pamphlets, brochures and other reference material |
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Cash, travelers checks, change (if electrical power is lost, credit cards cannot be used) |
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Battery operated radio and extra batteries |
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Manual can opening |
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Fire extinguisher (ABC type) |
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Tube tent |
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Hammer |
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Screwdriver |
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Pliers |
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Wrench |
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Tape (Duct and masking) |
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Compass |
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Matches in waterproof container |
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Aluminum foil |
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Plastic bags of various sizes (with zip lock top) |
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Plastic storage bags |
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Plastic storage container |
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Signal flare |
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Needles and thread |
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Whistle (to signal) |
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Plastic sheeting |
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Various area maps |
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Toilet paper |
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Towelettes |
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Liquid soap and detergent |
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Feminine hygiene supplies |
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Personal hygiene supplies |
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Plastic bucket with tight lid (can serve as a toilet) |
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Plastic garbage bags (toilet inserts) |
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Disinfectant |
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Household chlorine bleach |
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Several days change of clothing |
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Several pairs of strong shoes |
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Rain gear |
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Blanket or sleeping bags |
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Cots or lounge chair |
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Hat and gloves |
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Sunglasses |
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Thermal underwear in the winter |
- Ask your doctor and pharmacist about storing prescription medicines
- Remember the requirements of those family members with special needs. These can vary from dietary to walkers, and baby formula to prescription medicines.
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Formula |
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Diapers |
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Bottles |
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Powdered milk |
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Medications |
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Carriage or port-a-crib |
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Familiar toys |
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Heart and high blood pressure medicine |
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Insulin |
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Other prescription drugs |
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Contact lenses and cleansing supplies |
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Extra sets of glasses |
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Board games |
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Books and magazines |
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Playing cards |
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Toys for small children |
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Keep records in watertight plastic containers if possible |
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Wills |
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Insurance policies |
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Contracts and deeds |
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Stocks and bonds |
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Passport |
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Social Security Card |
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Immunization records |
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Bank account numbers |
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Credit card account numbers |
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Inventory of valuable household goods such as pictures or videos |
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Important telephone numbers |
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Birth, marriage and death records |