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Be Prepared for Disaster
What to do before disaster threatens | Checklist for emergency items | What to do when disaster approaches | How to prepare if you have special needs | How to protect your pets

A Checklist for Emergencies

You may want to print or download a copy of our Checklist for Emergency Items to help you organize your emergency supplies. This list is divided by food items, non-food items, first aid supplies and items you’ll need to have if there’s an infant in your family.

FOOD ITEMS:
  • Bottled water
  • Bread
  • Crackers
  • Cookies, snacks
  • Canned fruit
  • Canned meat, fish
  • Apples, bananas
  • Dried fruit
  • Canned/boxed beverages
  • Fruit drinks
  • Peanut butter

NON-FOOD ITEMS:

  • Ice
  • Plastic forks and cups
  • Napkins
  • Baby food, diapers and formula
  • Can opener (non-electric)
  • Batteries for flashlights and radio
  • Plastic trash bags
  • Charcoal
  • Water purifying tablets
  • Flashlights
  • Candles and matches
  • Clothing and bedding
  • Extra socks and underwear
  • Pillows
  • Sleeping bag and blankets
  • Washcloth and towel for each person
  • Soap, toothbrushes, toothpaste
  • Deodorant
  • Shaving kit
  • Contact lens solution
  • Hair care items and mirror
  • Dentures
  • Sanitary napkins and tampons
  • Paper towels, toilet paper
  • Hearing aid batteries
  • Watch or clock
FIRST AID KIT:

Keep contents of first aid kit in a waterproof metal or plastic box.

  • Prescription medicines (four-week supply)
  • Bandages and Band-Aids
  • Antiseptic
  • Adhesive tape rolls
  • Aspirin
  • Insect repellent
  • First aid handbook
  • Scissors
  • Antibacterial soap
  • Safety pins
  • Thermometer
  • Needle (for splinters)

ITEMS FOR INFANTS:

  • Small toys – don’t forget favorite stuffed animals
  • Clothes
  • Diapers and baby wipes
  • Milk or formula
  • Powders, creams or ointments
  • Bottles and nipples
  • Baby food
  • Sheets, blankets, rubber pads
  • Portable crib
  • Plastic bags
  • Pacifiers
  •  

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