Family Disaster Supply Kit
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Step‑by‑step list to assemble a comprehensive emergency kit for a household of four.
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Checklist Items (24)
Water Supply
Store at least 1 gallon per person per day for drinking and sanitation.
Purchase bottled water
Buy 12‑quart packs; rotate every 6 months.
Add water purification tablets
Keep 50 tablets for emergency treatment of contaminated water.
Store water containers
Use food‑grade containers with tight‑sealing lids; label with fill date.
Non‑perishable Food
Three‑day supply of calorie‑dense foods that require no cooking.
Canned protein
Include tuna, chicken, beans—12 cans total.
Ready‑to‑eat meals
MREs or freeze‑dried entrees; 8 servings.
High‑energy snacks
Granola bars, trail mix, peanut butter; 2 lb total.
Manual can opener
Place near food items for easy access.
Medical Supplies
Basic first‑aid kit plus family‑specific items.
First‑aid basics
Bandages, gauze, adhesive tape, antiseptic wipes.
Prescription meds
Two weeks of each medication; store in waterproof bag.
Over‑the‑counter meds
Pain relievers, antihistamines, antidiarrheal, antacids.
Medical information sheet
List of allergies, conditions, doctor's contacts.
Tools & Equipment
Items for shelter, lighting, and basic repairs.
Multi‑tool
Include knife, pliers, screwdriver bits.
Flashlight and batteries
Two LED flashlights with a set of AA/AAA batteries.
Portable radio
Battery‑ or hand‑crank powered; NOAA weather band.
Emergency blanket
Four compact Mylar blankets for heat retention.
Duct tape and zip ties
10 ft roll and 1‑inch zip ties for temporary repairs.
Personal Documents
Critical paperwork stored in a waterproof container.
Identification copies
Passports, driver’s licenses, birth certificates.
Insurance policies
Home, health, auto policies and claim numbers.
Emergency contact list
Phone numbers for family, neighbors, local shelters.
Cash and coins
Small denomination bills totalling $200.
Family-specific Items
Things needed for children, seniors, or pets.
Infant formula & bottles
Three‑day supply plus sterilizing tablets.
Pet food and water
One week of dry food per pet; portable water bowl.
Extra glasses/contact lenses
Spare pairs and solution in sealed bag.
Medication for seniors
Include hearing aid batteries and mobility aids.