A "go bag" full of emergency supplies can save you critical time when you're rushing out the door. These items could mean the difference between life or death.
Most of the items disaster preparedness experts suggest you include in a go bag are things you can find around your house. You also can purchase items separately or as part of package kits designed to offer one-stop shopping.
Whichever strategy you choose, the Federal Emergency Management Agency website says a basic emergency supply kit should include:
- One gallon of water per person, per day
- Three-day supply of nonperishable food per person and per pet
- Your family’s prescription medications
- Flashlights
- First-aid kit
- Wrench to turn off utilities
People also should include digital copies of all their important documents such as birth certificates, insurance policies and passports as well as ample supplies of over-the-counter and prescription medications for every person in the family.
