Disaster Strikes!
Following a major disaster, you should be prepared to be on your own for this amount of time
2 weeks!
Experts recommend storing this amount of water per person per day
1 gallon
This common light source should be stocked along with extra batteries
Flashlight or headlamp
Your goldfish isn’t texting you, but these family members still need a plan
Your pet
This should be included in your go kit to treat minor injuries
First aid kit
When the Earth starts dancing and your fridge tries to walk, it's likely this kind of disaster
Earthquake
What fun items should you also consider in your kit, especially if you have kids
Books, board games, or cards. Things that don't require electricity
You should never use this cooking appliance to heat your home
Oven or grill
Emergency kits should include items specifically for pets such as
Pet food, water, etc.
You won’t find them in a first aid kit, but these might help you see your way through an emergency
Glasses or contact lenses
This weather-related disaster is known for cutting off access and creating severe travel hazards
Winter storm
This important kitchen item allows you to open canned food without electricity
Manual can opener
You should keep this important safety item handy in case of a small fire in your home
Fire extinguisher
What will help ensure your pet is reunited with you if lost during an emergency
Collar/tag or microchip
What are some medical items that should be considered (based on personal needs)
Prescriptions/medications/medical equipment
This type of event can interrupt transportation, power, and food supplies, and may include earthquakes, floods, or wildfires
A disaster
What type of food might be easiest to prepare during an emergency
Canned foods
This portable item will come in handy during a power outage
Generator
What item might you need to evacuate your small animal/pet to a shelter
Pet carrier
When your health depends on equipment that requires electricity, what should you do to make sure things keep running during a power outage
A backup power source and register with your power company
This common alert system might interrupt your favorite show to tell you something way more important
The Emergency Alert System (EAS)
You should stash these important "papers" in case the power goes out
Cash
What should you have in place for when you're told it's too dangerous to remain in your house
An evacuation plan
Where should you plan to take your pet if you can't take them with you during an evacuation
Family, friends, and animal shelter
This item will be handy if the power is out and you need critical weather alerts
battery powered NOAA weather radio