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Recommended Supplies to Include in a Basic Kit
Get a Kit of emergency supplies.
Be prepared to improvise and use what you have on hand to make it on your own for at least three days, maybe longer. While there are many things that might make you more comfortable, think first about fresh water, food and clean air.

Water-one gallon per person per day, 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 evacuate.

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