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Disaster Supply Kit | First Aid Kit | Additional Supplies | Storing Important Documents | Evacuation Box Contents | Safe Deposit Box
Sanitation
- Large plastic trash bags (for trash, waste and
water protection)
- Large trash can
- Bar soap and liquid detergent
- Shampoo
- Toothpaste/toothbrushes
- Feminine and infant supplies
- Toilet paper
- Household liquid bleach for water purification,
plus eyedropper for measuring
- Newspaper to wrap garbage and waste
- Pre-moistened towelettes
- Bucket, plastic trash bags, bleach and two boards to construct a makeshift toilet
Safety and Comfort
- Heavy gloves for cleaning up debris
- Sturdy shoes (keep pair by bed)
- Clothes for protection from cold and rain
or extreme heat
- Matches, kept in waterproof, child-resistant container
- Glowsticks or lightsticks
- Garden hose with shut off nozzle for fighting fire
- Tent and tarps
- Whistle to signal for help
Tools and Supplies
- Crescent wrench, 12 inches or longer (store
near natural gas shut off in waterproof
container)
- Axe, shovel, pry bar, broom
- Screwdrivers, pliers, hammer
- Coil of 1/2 inch nylon rope (50 feet)
- Duct tape and plastic sheeting
- Pocket knife and staple gun
- Pen and paper (stored in watertight container)
- Change for telephone or telephone calling card
Emergency Supplies For Your Vehicle & Work
(keep in plastic tub or other container that can be closed)
- Blanket(s) and/or sleeping bag
- Booster cables and tool kit (car only)
- Bottled water (use a heavy plastic bottle
specifically made for water storage and fill
with tap water)
- Canned fruits/nuts and can opener
- Critical prescriptions
- Emergency flares and distress flag/sign
- First aid kit and reference guide