Basic Supplies
What is the minimum amount of water you should have per person per day in your emergency kit?
1 gallon
What is the first thing you should do when treating a small cut or scrape?
Clean the wound with water and soap.
What tool can you use to receive emergency alerts if the power goes out?
A battery-powered or hand-crank radio
What personal protective item should you include in your kit to protect your eyes from smoke or dust?
Safety goggles. (which kind?)
What multi-purpose tool is often included in emergency kits for its ability to cut, open bottles, and perform other basic tasks?
A Swiss Army Knife or multi=tool
How many days worth of food should you include in your emergency preparedness kit?
at least 3 days worth
In addition to bandages, what other item should be in your first aid kit to stop bleeding from a small wound?
Gauze or sterile pads
What is the emergency alert system that allows you to receive text messages about local disasters and warnings?
Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA)
Which item in your kit is used to light the way in the dark after a power failure?
A flashlight or candles
What item is essential for building a shelter or making repairs to gear during an emergency?
Duct tape
Which type of food is best for an emergency kit?
non-perishable, ready-to-eat foods like canned goods, granola bars or freeze-dried meals.
If someone is having a mild allergic reaction, what type of medication might be useful to have in your emergency kit?
Antihistamines like Benadryl (Diphenhydramine)
What type of power source should be included in your emergency kit to keep your phone charged?
A portable power bank or solar charger.
What is useful for protecting against inhaling smoke or dust particles in a disaster?
A face mask
This tool helps secure or tie down items, especially when you need to fasten things together quickly. What is it?
Rope or paracord
Why is it important to have a manual can opener in your emergency kit if you have canned food?
because you will need it to open the cans if you don't have access to electricity to use an electric can opener
What is the proper way to apply a splint to an injured arm or leg in an emergency situation?
Immobilize the limb with a rigid object (like a stick or board) and secure it with cloth or bandages.
Which emergency communication tool is critical for contacting others when regular cell phone networks may not work?
A two-way radio (walkie-talkie) or ham radio
Which type of fire extinguisher should be included in your emergency kit for a home-based disaster response?
A multipurpose ABC fire extinguisher
Which tool can be used to start a fire in wet conditions, and should be included in your emergency kit for fire starting?
Waterproof matches or a ferro rod
If your emergency kit is stored in a hot environment, how often should you rotate the food and water supplies to ensure that they stay fresh?
every 6 months
Cover the burn with a clean cloth, do not apply ointments or ice and seek immediate medical attention.
In a disaster, what is a "text message disaster protocol" that might help conserve network resources?
Send short, simple text messages instead of making calls. Texts require less network bandwidth
If you are in a cold environment, what is a crucial item to help prevent hypothermia in your emergency kit?
A thermal or space blanket
What tool in your emergency kit helps you signal for help, especially when you are in an isolated area and need to attract attention?
A signaling mirror or whistle