Supplies to support staying home safely during an emergency. Store items in a cool, dry place that you can get to easily.

The basics

Water, food, flashlight, whistle, trash bags, jacket and sturdy shoes, seasonal clothing, shelter (blankets, sleeping bag, tarp or tent), first aid kit, important documents, medication, sanitation supplies, supplies for pets.

Full kit

• One gallon of water per person per day. 

• Blankets, sleeping bag, tent, tarp. 

• Warm clothing, sturdy shoes and socks. 

• Shelf-stable, high-protein, high-energy food that you already eat. 

• Manual can opener. 

• Lighter/matches in a waterproof container. 

• Fire extinguisher. 

• First aid supplies. 

• Prescription and non-prescription medications. 

• Spare glasses/contact lens supplies. 

• Personal hygiene supplies. 

• Sanitation: Two 5-gallon buckets, heavy duty garbage bags, layering material such as sawdust, moist towelettes, and hand sanitizer. 

• Whistles. 

• Important documents on two flash drives (birth certificates, wills, mortgage payments, insurance documents, property deeds, warranty information, family photos). 

• LED flashlight and batteries stored separately. 

• Hand-crank or solar AM/FM radio. 

• Cell phone charger. 

• Tools: wrench, rope, duct tape, scissors, work gloves. 

• Dust masks. 

• Cash (in small bills). 

• Pen, paper, local maps. 

• A deck of cards or portable game. 

Essentials if you need to leave quickly.

• A bag that you can carry or roll. 

• Filled water bottles and a water filtration straw. 

• Shelf-stable, high-protein foods you already eat like protein bars, tinned tuna, jar of peanut butter, and beef jerky. 

• First aid kit, scissors, sheet. 

• Change of clothing and seasonal wear such as gloves, hat, water-resistant coat, sunscreen, socks, large-brimmed hat, sneakers. 

• Cash (in small bills). 

• Flashlight and batteries. 

• Heavy-duty trash bag (can be used for a variety of shelter needs). 

• Cell phone charger/power bank. 

• Small hand-crank radio. 

• Important documents on two flash drives (birth certificates, wills, mortgage payments, insurance documents, property deeds, warranty information, family photos). 

• Hygiene comfort kit like toothbrush, toothpaste, hairbrush, moist towelettes and feminine products. 

• Deck of cards. 

Life-sustaining supplies if you’re away from home.

• Water and shelf-stable, high-protein foods you already eat. 

• Flashlight and extra batteries. 

• Whistle to signal for help. 

• Jumper cables. 

• Flares or reflective triangle. 

• Ice scraper. 

• First aid kit. 

• Car cell phone charger. 

• Blanket. 

• Gloves, socks, a hat, and warm clothes. 

• Local map. 

• Cat litter or sand (for tire traction). 

• Tire chains. 

• Folding camp-style shovel. 

• Duct tape, heavy-duty garbage bags, multi-tool. 

• Paper and pen. 

• Written emergency contacts. 

• Hygiene comfort kit like toothbrush, toothpaste, moist towelettes and feminine products. 

• Deck of cards or a game. 

Basics to get through a prolonged workday. 

• Water. 

• Non-perishable food and protein bars. 

• Flashlight. 

• Batteries. 

• Backup power bank/charger 

• N95 mask. 

• Whistle. 

• Medication and personal supplies like contact lens, glasses, a toothbrush, toothpaste, etc. 

• Hand-crank radio. 

• Local map. 

• Matches in a waterproof container. 

• Written phone numbers for important contacts. 

• Cash (small bills). 

• Hand sanitizer. 

• Multi-tool. 

• Work gloves. 

• Change of clothes (preferably warm layers and water-resistant outerwear, extra socks, a pair of sneakers or sturdy shoes). 

• Comfort item in case you have to sleep at the office, e.g., a blanket. 

Emergency kits should include items that support your daily health, mobility and communication needs. Think about the supplies, equipment and medications you rely on every day and what you may need if services or power are disrupted. 

• Keep backup prescription medications if possible. 
• A written list of medications, dosages, allergies and medical conditions. 
• Extra over-the-counter medicines such as pain relievers or antihistamines. 
• A small cooler and icepacks for medicines that require refrigeration. 
• Extra batteries or chargers for hearing aids, communication devices or assistive technology. 
• A weather radio with visual alerts or text display. 
• A flashlight or battery-powered lantern to support communication during power outages. 
• Pen and paper or communication cards if devices are not available.  
• Emergency supplies labeled in large print or Braille. 
• Backup mobility aids such as a cane, walker or manual wheelchair. 
• Extra batteries for powered mobility devices. 
• Basic repair supplies, such as tire patch kits or air pumps. 
• Familiar items to help reduce stress, such as headphones, blankets, or activities. 
• Food, water, and supplies for service animals. 
• Printed contact information for doctors, caregivers, and family members. 

Supplies to care for pets away from home. 

• Food in an airtight, waterproof container. 
• Water. 
• Two bowls. 
• Medicine. 
• Collar with ID tag and a harness or leash. 
• Traveling bag, crate or carrier. 
• Pet litter, litter box, paper towels, plastic trash bags for sanitation needs. 
• A selfie of you and your pet (printed), just in case you get separated. This could help document ownership.  
• A comfort item such as a toy, Thundershirt or a favorite blanket.