Imagine your family had to leave home to go someplace safer for a while. What supplies would you need to take?
Imagine your family had to stay home for a while because of an emergency in your area. What supplies would you need to stay? _______________________________________________________________________________________
It's important to get extra supplies before you need them. You might not be able to get them during an emergency. You should have two sets of supplies.
1. You should keep one set of supplies in a bag to take with you if you have to leave your home. These are your Ready-to-Go supplies.
2. You should have another set of supplies set aside inside your home in case you have to stay there. These are your Ready-to-Stay supplies.
Ready-to-Go:
Keep Ready-to-Go items in a backpack or duffle bag. Take these items if you have to leave the area for safety.
one gallon of water per person
food that does not have to be refrigerated
can opener
plastic or paper cups and plates, and plastic utensils
flashlight and extra batteries
battery-operated radio and extra batteries
one change of clothing per person
a card with your contact information and the number of someone out of state to call
pet food, water, and supplies for one or more days
first aid kit
personal identification card
personal hygiene items, soap, and hand sanitizer
medicine you usually take should be kept close to your Ready-to-Go kit
Ready-to-Stay:
Your Ready-to-Stay kit includes the items in the Ready-to-Go kit plus a few others. You can keep all these supplies at home in a plastic tub or a special cabinet. Use them if you need to stay safe at home for a few days.
three gallons of water for each family member
canned food and non-perishable snacks for at least three days
toilet paper
pet food, water, and supplies for three days
non-scented bleach
blanket
books and games to keep you busy
paper and pencils
Additional Disaster Preparedness Information
Use the following additional resources from the Home Safety Council
