Home Emergency Kit
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Water & Food
- 1 gallon water per person per day, 3-day supply
- Non-perishable food for 3 days (rotate annually)
- Manual can opener
- Pet food and water for 3 days
Light & Power
- Flashlight per person plus spare batteries
- Hand-crank or battery weather radio
- Fully charged power bank (10,000mAh+)
Medical
- First-aid kit with trauma shears
- 7-day supply of prescription medications
- N95 masks (one per person per day x 3)
Documents
- Waterproof bag with passport copies, insurance, deed/lease
- Cash in small bills ($200+ recommended)
- Printed list of emergency contacts
Tools
- Multi-tool or basic toolkit
- Whistle for signaling
- Duct tape and plastic sheeting
- Work gloves and sturdy shoes near exits
Family Plan
- Out-of-state contact everyone agrees to call
- Two meeting points: nearby and farther away
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