A preparedness kit allows you to be prepared with the proper supplies you may need during an emergency or disaster. Keeping your essential items in an emergency kit will be more easily accessible and convenient in the event that you may need to use at home or to take with you in case of an evacuation. What should be in your emergency kit? 1. Water Water is essential to human life. It is recommended to have one galloon per person, per day. In case of an evacuation you need 3 day supply and if staying home you need a two week supply. 2. Food Some food consideration: 1. Easily stored (long time, durable, and compact). 2. Easily prepared 3. Does not spoil 4. Somethings you can enjoy 5. Does not contain too much salt 5. 3 day supply for evacuation, 2-week supply for home A few food options can be dried fruits, cereals, canned food, pasta, rice, or other grains. Overall any food that meets storage, preparation, and low salt recommendation. 3. Light Having light provides safety and comfort in situations where you cannot see. Some light options can be lanterns, flashlights, headlights, or chemlight sticks. One important thing to keep in mind is to always pack spare batteries and if you are using different lights to at least share the same type of battery. 4. Shelter And Plan Seeking shelter at home is the preferred option it provides protection against weather and more access to belongings. Just remember to turn off all utilities in case of an emergency and fill tubs and sinks with water for more water source. In an event where you have to evacuate your home set a plan of a designated place to meet whether in local or outside areas such as organized shelters, or hotels. 5. To Go Bag In case of an evacuation here is a list of supply recommendations:
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Dr. Michael Beach. Disaster Preparedness lectures. University of Pittsburg. Survival kit supplies. What Do You Need In a Survival Kit | American Red Cross. (n.d.). Retrieved May 25, 2022, from https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/survival-kit-supplies.html
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