FEMA says, Get a Survival Kit

A public service announcement from FEMA is suggesting that we all get a survival kit, in case our ‘world is turned upside down’. Very interesting… and good advice.

I wonder if they know something coming up that we don’t know… (grin)

Get a Kit
Make a Plan
Stay Informed

The following is a pretty good basic list of items for a survival kit based on ready.gov recommendations. While any survival kit is better than no survival kit, and I know that many people have developed some pretty elaborate kits, and varieties of kits specifically for their own purposes (vehicle, bug-out-bag, home, etc…), this list of items is a good starting point.

Just know that getting started on a survival kit is all it takes. You will probably find yourself adjusting it from time to time. A challenge can sometimes be keeping it reasonably sized (e.g. 72 hour kit for your vehicle, bug-out-bag). At home though, the sky’s the limit. Have fun with it.

Water, one gallon of water per person per day for at least three days, for drinking and sanitationFood, at least a three-day supply of non-perishable foodBattery-powered or hand crank radio and a NOAA Weather Radio with tone alert and extra batteries for bothFlashlight and extra batteriesFirst aid kitWhistle to signal for helpDust mask, to help filter contaminated air and plastic sheeting and duct tape to shelter-in-placeMoist towelettes, garbage bags and plastic ties for personal sanitationWrench or pliers to turn off utilitiesCan opener for food (if kit contains canned food)Local mapsCell phone with chargersPrescription medications and glassesInfant formula and diapersPet food and extra water for your petImportant family documents such as copies of insurance policies, identification and bank account records in a waterproof, portable containerCash or traveler’s checks and changeEmergency reference material such as a first aid book or information from www.ready.govSleeping 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 ExtinguisherMatches in a waterproof containerFeminine supplies and personal hygiene itemsMess kits, paper cups, plates and plastic utensils, paper towelsPaper and pencilBooks, games, puzzles or other activities for children

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