Creating an Emergency Kit
Evacuation plans, emergency kits, and general guidance
Being as prepared as possible helps us to help you
Three ways to prepare:
Creating an Emergency Kit:
Consider creating a basic ‘grab-bag’ for yourself/family with the following items:
Basic Grab-bag:
- Food and water to last 3x days (tin opener)
- Portable radio and Torch (batteries/wind-up)
- First Aid Kit
- Medications/Glasses
- Whistle
- Wet-wipes, rubbish bags, plastic ties
- Wrench/Pliers (utility shut-off)
Consider expanding your ‘grab-bag’ with the following items:
Expanded Grab-bag:
- Infant formula milk and disposable nappies/sacks
- Important family documents such as passports
- Complete change of clothing including a long-sleeved top, trousers and sturdy shoes
- Paper cups, plates and plastic utensils, paper towels
- Paper and pencil
- Pet care items
- Sleeping bag or warm blanket (per person)
- Consider additional bedding/clothing during winter
- Water purification tablets
- Feminine supplies and personal hygiene items
Consider creating a basic ‘grab-bag’ for pets with the following items:
Pet Grab-bag:
- Pet food and treats
- Can opener for canned food
- Sturdy leashes, harnesses and/or carriers so you can move your pets safely and they can’t escape
- The name of your veterinarian (written)
- Drinkable water in plastic bottles
- Current photos of your pet in case they get lost
- Pet medications and medical records in a waterproof container
- Identification tag and collar
Remember: when disaster strikes, the time to prepare has passed.
Steven Cyros
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