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