4. Prepare a Go-Kit

Recommended Items to Include in a Go-Kit:

·         Water one gallon per person per day for at least three days, for drinking and sanitation

·         Non-perishable Food at least a three-day supply

·         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

·         Whistle to signal for help

·         Filter mask or cotton t-shirt to help filter the air

·         Moist towelettes, garbage bags and plastic ties for personal sanitation

·         Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities

·         Manual can opener, if kit contains canned food

·         Plastic sheeting and duct tape to shelter-in-place

·         Important Family Documents

·         Items for unique family needs, such as daily prescription medications, infant formula or diapers

Consider two kits.  In one, put everything you will need to stay where you are and make it on your own.  The other should be a lightweight, smaller version you can take with you if you have to get away.