Emergency Preparedness Kit 
 
 
 

The best time to assemble a three to seven-day emergency supply kit is well before you will ever need it. Most people already have these items around the house and it is a matter of assembling them now before an evacuation order is issued.

Start with an easy to carry, water tight container - a large plastic storage container will do, or line a sturdy cardboard box with a couple of trash bags.

Stocking up now on emergency supplies can add to your family's safety and comfort during and after a disaster. Store enough supplies for at least three days, preferably seven days, in one place.

Take a look at the American Red Cross Emergency Preparedness Kits here.

Sanitation supplies:

• Large plastic trash bags for waste, tarps and rain ponchos
  
• Large trash cans
  
• Bar soap and liquid detergent
  
• Shampoo
  
• Toothpaste and toothbrushes
  
• Feminine hygiene supplies
  
• Toilet paper
  
• Household bleach
  
• Rubber gloves