Here's a list of what you'll need for your emergency kit. Store enough supplies for at least 72 hours.
This list is courtesy of Public Safety Canada
- Water — two litres of water per person per day (include small bottles)
- Food that won’t spoil, such as canned food, energy bars and dried foods (replace once a year)
- Manual can opener
- Wind-up or battery-powered flashlight (and extra batteries)
- Wind-up or battery-powered radio (and extra batteries)
- First aid kit
- Special needs items — pet food, prescription medications, infant formula or equipment for people with disabilities
- Extra keys for your car and house
- Cash — include smaller bills, such as $10 bills and change for payphones
- Emergency plan — include a copy in your kit as well as contact information
Consider these additional emergency kit supplies...
- Two additional litres of water per person per day for cooking and cleaning
- Candles and matches or lighter (place in sturdy containers and do not burn unattended)
- Change of clothing and footwear for each household member
- Sleeping bag or warm blanket for each household member
- Toiletries
- Hand sanitizer
- Toilet paper
- Utensils
- Garbage bags
- Household chlorine bleach or water purifying tablets
- Basic tools (hammer, pliers, wrench, screwdrivers, work gloves, pocket knife)
- Small fuel-operated stove and fuel
- Whistle (to attract attention)
- Duct tape
Also…
- Prepare a small emergency kit for your automobile and one for work.
- Check with your child's school as to what supplies they need for their emergency kit.
- Additional information can be found on Public Safety Canada's website.