DIY Emergency Storm Kit

8/3/2020 (Permalink)

Be Ready & Prepared for a Storm.

Take some time to gather some items and create your own emergency kit! We’ve decided to put together three options from Basic to Extreme preparations. Preparing doesn’t mean you are paranoid; it means that you are mindful and perceptive!

Basic Kit (Must-haves Supplies)

• First Aid Kit
• Extra Battery
• Flashlight
• Battery-powered radio or hand-crank radio
• Water, one gallon of water per person per day (at least 3 days)
• Nonperishable food & snacks (at least 3 days’ worth)
• Can opener for food
• Wrench to turn off utilities
• Whistle to signal for help
• Sanitation, toiletry and personal hygiene items
• Family and Emergency Contact Information
• Store items in waterproof book bags, duffel bags or containers

Intermediate (Being Extra)

• All items in Basic Kit
• Prescriptions and medications
• A seven-day supply of water and non-perishable food
• Candles & Matches in a waterproof container
• Multi-purpose tool
• Extra cash
• Baby supplies
• Pet supplies
• Games & activities
• Paper & Pen
• Extra set of car and house keys
• Blankets

Expert (Ready for a Zombie Apocalypse too)

• All items in Basic and Intermediate Kit
• Plastic Sheeting & duct tape
• Portable Water Filter
• Backup power generator
• Scissors
• Extra clothing & sturdy shoes
• Sleeping Bags
• Propane heater & camp stove (make sure it’s safe for indoor use)
• Fire Extinguisher
• Emergency Light Sticks (12-hour duration)
• Working Gloves
• Sewing kit
• Nylon Rope
• Masks

Do not be intimidated by all the items for fear of cost. Most of these items, you can find at your local dollar store. We recommend you keep these items in a designated place where you can access it quickly. Prepare for a safer future!

References:

https://www.ready.gov/kit

https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/survival-kit-supplies.html

https://www.amazon.com/emergency-preparedness-kit/s?k=emergency+preparedness+kit