Shopping list · 30 items
Home emergency kit
The supplies FEMA's Ready.gov says every household should keep ready for a few days without power or water.
Source: Ready.gov (FEMA)
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Water & food
- WaterOne gallon per person per day, for several daysAmazon ›
- Non-perishable foodSeveral days' supplyAmazon ›
- Manual can openerAmazon ›
Light, power & news
- Battery or hand-crank radioPlus a NOAA Weather Radio with tone alertAmazon ›
- FlashlightAmazon ›
- Extra batteriesAmazon ›
- Phone chargers and a backup batteryAmazon ›
First aid & health
- First aid kitAmazon ›
- Prescription medications
- Over-the-counter medicationsPain relievers, anti-diarrhea, antacids, laxativesAmazon ›
- Glasses and contact lens solutionAmazon ›
Sanitation
- Moist towelettes, garbage bags and plastic tiesFor personal sanitationAmazon ›
- Soap, hand sanitizer and disinfecting wipesAmazon ›
- Feminine supplies and personal hygiene items
Family, documents & comfort
- Cash
- Copies of important family documentsInsurance, IDs, and bank records, in a waterproof bag
- Sleeping bag or warm blanket for each personAmazon ›
- Complete change of clothes for each person
- Pet food and extra water for petsAmazon ›
- Paper cups, plates, paper towels and utensilsAmazon ›
- Paper and pencil
- Books, games or puzzles for the kidsAmazon ›
Upkeep
- Check this kit every six months
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