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Additional Supplies

  • Prescription medications and glasses

  • Infant formula and diapers

  • Pet food and extra water for your pet

  • Cash or traveler’s checks and change

  • Important family documents such as copies of insurance policies, identification and bank account records in a waterproof, portable container. 

  • Sleeping bag or warm blanket for each person. Consider additional bedding if you live in a cold-weather climate.

  • Complete change of clothing including a long sleeved shirt, long pants and sturdy shoes. Consider additional clothing if you live in a cold-weather climate.

  • Household chlorine bleach and medicine dropper – When diluted, nine parts water to one part bleach, bleach can be used as a disinfectant. Or in an emergency, you can use it to treat water by using 16 drops of regular household liquid bleach per gallon of water. Do not use scented, color safe or bleaches with added cleaners.

  • Fire extinguisher

  • Matches in a waterproof container

  • Feminine supplies and personal hygiene items

  • Mess kits, paper cups, plates, paper towels and plastic utensils

  • Paper and pencil

  • Books, games, puzzles or other activities for children

Unique Needs

For Baby:

  • Formula

  • Diapers

  • Bottles

  • Powdered milk

  • Medications

  • Moist towelettes

  • Diaper rash ointment


For Seniors:

  • Denture needs

  • Contact lenses and supplies

  • Extra eye glasses

Ask your doctor about storing prescription medications such as heart and high blood pressure medication, insulin and other prescription drugs.
If you live in a cold climate, you must think about warmth. It is possible that you will not have heat. Think about your clothing and bedding supplies. Be sure to include one complete change of clothing and shoes per person, including:

 

  • Jacket or coat

  • Long pants

  • Long sleeve shirt

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