72 Hour Kit Info Food and Water - 4 Liters water per person - Protein / Granola Bars - Trail Mix / Dried Fruit - Crackers / Cereals (for munching) - Canned Tuna, Beans, Turkey, Beef, Vienna sausages, etc (Try avoiding “pop-top” cans that open without a can-opener) - Canned Juice - Candy / Gum ( mint gum might make everything taste like mint) Tips for food: - Store food items that are familiar, rather than buying special emergency food. - Ideal food are: Shelf-stable (no refrigeration required), low in salt and do not require cooking - Mark a rotation date on any food container that does not already have an expiration dat on the package. - Include baby food and formula or other diet items for infants or seniors. - Store the food in airtight, pest-resistant containers in a cool, dark place. - Most canned foods can safely be stored for at least 18 months. Low acid foods like meat products, fruits or vegetables will normally last at least 2 years. Use dry products, like boxed cereal, crackers, cookies, dried milk or dried fruit within six months. - After a power outage, refrigerated food will stay cold longer if you keep the door closed. Food should generally be consumed within 4 hours. Food in the freezer will normally remain safe for 2 days. Bedding and Clothing - Change of Clothing (short and long sleeve shirts, pants, jacket and socks) - Undergarments - Rain Coat / Poncho - Blankets and emergency Heat Blankets (that keep in warmth) - Cloth sheet - Plastic Sheet - Sleeping bag - Hat - Sturdy shoes - Gloves Fuel and Light - Battery Lighting (flashlights, lamps, etc.) Don’t forget Batteries! - Extra Batteries - Flares - Candles - Lighter - Water-Proof matches - Flint - Candles - Light Stick - 50l Petrol (if you are able to take more, please do) Equipment - Can Opener - Dishes / Utensils - Shovel - Radio (with batteries) - Pen and Paper - Axe - Pocket knife - 50 foot NylonRope - Duct tape - Sewing Kit - Tent - Lightweight Stove and Fuel - Shovel - Radio for communication - Whistle with neck cord - Sunblock - Insect repellent - Extra Glasses Personal Documents and Money - Scriptures - Legal documents (birth/marriage Certificates, wills, passports, contracts, etc.) - Vaccination Papers - Insurance Policies - Cash - Credit Card - Pre-paid phone cards Personal comfort Kit - Soap - Toothbrush and toothpaste - Comb - Tissue - Sanitary napkins - Razor - Wet wipes - Waterless soap First Aid Kit - Scissors - Burn Gel - CPR Shield - Thermometer - Medical Gloves - Bandages - Plasters - Instant cold pack - Eye wash tube - Eye Gauze - Assorted Gauzes and tape - Splinter remover / tweezers - Triangular bandage - Chewable aspirin - Paracetamol - Hydrocortisone Cream - Antiseptic Creams - Rehidrate (for rehidrations) - Lomotil (for diarree) - Pills for nausea - Cough syrup - Cold and flue medications - Water disinfectant - Cotton Buds - Cotton wool - Safety Pins - Steri Strips (works as stitches) - Splints - Citro Soda - Immune Boosters Pets Planning: - Keep a collar on your pet at all times. Consider having your pet micro –chipped. - Make sure your pet is comfortable being in a crate, box, cage or any carrier for transport - Tighten and secure latches on birdcages. Fasten down aquariums on low stands or tables. Kit: - Sturdy Leashes and pet carriers, a pillowcase is a good option for transporting cats and other small animals. Muzzles for dogs. Food, portable water and medicine for at least one week. - Non-spill bows, manual can opener and plastic lid - Plastic bags, litter box and litter - Recent photo of each pet - Names and phone numbers of your emergency contact, emergency veterinary hospitals and animal shelters - Copy of your pet’s vaccination history and any medical problems - Portable fencing or baby gates Respond: - Remember that animals react differently under stress. Keep dogs securely leashed and transport cats in carriers or pillowcases. - If your pet is lost, contact the nearest animal shelter to report your pet missing. When it is safe, return to your neighbourhood to search for your pet. Notes - Make sure everyone knows where to find your disaster supply kit and Bug-out bags - Have a flashlight and a pair of shoes under everyone’s bed. - Plan where to meet after a SHTF. Choose two places. - Determine the best escape routes from your home. Try to identify at least two escape routes - Include a family picture and a favourite toy, game or book for each child in his/her bug-out bag - Provide comfort food and treats for each child in your family supplies kit - Keep a recent photo of your children in your Bug-out bag
Posted on: Tue, 16 Jul 2013 14:16:35 +0000
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