Container
- Sturdy backpack
Food/Water
- Water: 1 Gallon per Person/Day
Shelter and Warmth
- Poncho
- Blanket
Light and Communication
- Battery Pack
- charging cord for cell phone
- Flash light
- Radio (NOAA)
- Batteries – Better to get one battery type that fits all device types.
- Charged unlocked phone – to call 911
Tools
- Multi Tool
- Duck Tape
- Working glove
- 550-cord
Hygiene and Sanitation
- Face mask (2 per person)
- Wet Wipes
- Hand Sanitizer
- Toothbrush/paste
- Female Hygiene
- Garbage bags
- Disposable gloves
First Aid
- Blood stop powder
- Bandage
- Pain killers
- Tourniquet
Safety/Protection
- Pocket Knife
- Handgun
- Ammunition
- Whistle to signal for help
- Stimulants: Caffeine Pills/Instant Coffee (To keep you awake when you need to stay vigilant)
Other: These items are useful for relieving stress and supporting activity under challenging conditions.
Resources
- https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/survival-kit-supplies.html
- https://www.ready.gov/kit
- https://www.fema.gov/media-library/assets/documents/90354