Recommended Items to Include in a Basic Emergency Supply Kit
- One gallon of water per person per day for at least three to five days, for drinking and sanitation
- At least a three –five-day supply of non-perishable food on hand
- Battery-powered or hand crank radio and a NOAA Weather Radio with tone alert and extra batteries for both
- Flashlight and extra batteries
- First aid kit
- Chargers, inverter or solar charger for cell phones and electronic devices
- A whistle to signal for help
- Moist towelettes, garbage bags and plastic ties for personal sanitation
- A manual can opener for food (if kit contains canned food)
- Local and state road maps to aid in an evacuation