WATER AND FOOD

 

Water - one gallon of water per day, per person. Store more for children, nursing mothers, pets and those with special needs (sealed bottled water is best).
 

Food - two week supply is best.
 

Canned goods - soup, meat, fruit and vegetables
 

Salt, sugar, pepper, spices
 

Powdered milk
 

Canned or boxed juices or energy drinks
 

High energy snacks
 

Baby food / formula
 

Paper cups, plates and plastic utensils
 

Manual can opener

Pet Supplies for Kit

FIRST AID KIT AND MEDICATIONS

 

Two-week supply of prescription medicine
 

Aspirin or other pain relievers
 

Anti-diarrheal and antacid medications
 

Antibiotic and anti-itch creams
 

Tweezers, bandages, scissors and safety pins
 

Sunscreen and mosquito repellent

CLOTHING AND BEDDING

 

[For all family members]

 

Shoes, work boots, hats and gloves
 

Rain coat
 

Sleeping bags or blankets and pillows

IMPORTANT DOCUMENTS

 

Emergency plan and contact numbers
 

Will and insurance policies
 

Financial documents and records
 

ID, social security cards and passports
 

immunization records for family and pets
 

Family records (birth, marriage, and death certificates)
 

A list and photos of your valuable items

SUPPLIES AND TOOLS

 

Waterproof container for important documents

 

One week's worth of cash or traveler's checks

 

A map of shelter locations

 

Battery-operated radio

 

Flashlight and extra batteries

 

Fire extinguisher

 

Hand tools - screwdriver, hammer, pliers, and adjustable wrench

 

Duct tape

 

Scissors

 

Plastic sheeting and garbage bags

 

Plastic bucket with lid

 

Waterproof matches

 

Needle and thread

 

Toilet paper and towelettes

 

Disinfectant and household bleach

 

Personal hygiene items

 

Medical equipment and supplies

 

Baby supplies

KID TIP!

Emergency Management     150 Bush Blvd    Sanford, Florida 32773    (407) 665-5102