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Is it smart to have a Go Bag?

In the event of an emergency that requires you to evacuate, everyone in your household should have a Go Bag packed and ready to go. Your Go Bag should be a sturdy and easy to carry backpack or duffle bag containing things you would want to have with you if you have to leave in a hurry.

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Go Bag

Bottled water and nonperishable food, such a s granola bars

Personal hygiene items (toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, wet wipes, etc)

Flashlight, hand-crank or battery-operated AM/FM radio, and extra batteries

Portable cell phone charger

Notepad, pen/pencil, and marker

Local street maps (paper version)

Spare home/vehicle keys

Whistle or bell

First aid kit

Dust mask to reduce inhalation of dust and other debris

Work gloves

A change of clothing (long sleeve shirt/pants, rain gear, sturdy footwear, etc.)

Copies of important documents (insurance/medical cards, contact lists, identification, marriage and birth certificates, etc.) in a portable, waterproof container or plastic bag

Back-up medical/assistive equipment and supplies

A list of the medications you take, why you take them, and the dosages

Cash, in small bills

Supplies for your service animal or pet

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) recommends assembling a kit of basic supplies to last three days (72 hours), in the event of a disaster. The kit should be checked at least twice per year to ensure that components have not expired. Identify an easily accessible storage location for the kit, and ensure that all family members are aware of this location. This kit should include the following: Water One gallon per day, per person. This provides for both drinking and sanitary uses. Include additional water for pets, as needed

Include pet food, if applicable

Handheld AM/FM radio and NOAA Weather Tone Alert Radio. Appropriate spare batteries.

Cellular phone

Chargers for portable electronic devices (phone, laptop, tablet, etc.)

Flashlight and appropriate spare batteries

First aid kit

Whistle or bell

Plastic sheeting and duct tape to seal windows, doors, and other openings, if advised to do so.

Pre-moistened wipes, plastic garbage bags, and zip ties for toileting.

Wrench and/or pliers to shut off utilities

Local street maps (paper version)

Key documents including insurance documents, contact lists, identification, etc. in a portable, waterproof container

Medical information (history, allergies, etc.) for each family member.

Personal medical/assistive equipment, as appropriate

Prescription medications, including a list of the medications you take, why you take them, and the dosages

Prescription glasses, if needed

Diapers and formula, if needed

Spare home/vehicle keys

Cash (small bills), change for telephones, etc.

Changes of clothes for each family member Long-sleeved shirt Long pants Sturdy shoes Appropriate personal hygiene supplies for each family member Unscented chlorine bleach For disinfecting purposes: dilute nine parts water to one part bleach For water purification: sixteen drops per gallon of water

Fire extinguisher (portable size)

Matches and weatherproof container

Paper plates, cups, eating utensils, paper towels

Age-appropriate books, games, etc. for children (if applicable)

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What should you have packed in a to Go Bag?

Things to Pack in a Go Bag Money. ◊ ATM & credit cards. ◊ Checkbook. ... Medical Items. ◊ Medical and dental records. ... Personal belongings. ◊ Clothing. ... Food and water. ◊ Snacks. ... Documentation. ◊ Passport(s) & Visas. ... Personal belongings. ◊ Small toiletry kit. ... Medical Items. ◊ Small First Aid Kit. ... Food and Water. ◊ Reusable water bottle/water. More items...

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Things to Pack in a Go Bag

Money

◊ ATM & credit cards

◊ Checkbook

◊ Multiple currency

◊ Safe deposit keys

◊ Government Travel Card

Medical Items

◊ Medical and dental records

◊ Immunization cards

◊ Glasses & contacts

◊ Prescriptions

◊ Medications

◊ Small First Aid kit

Personal belongings

◊ Clothing

◊ Toys and games

◊ Pet items

◊ Cell phone

◊ Chargers for all electronics

◊ Small toiletry kit

Food and water

◊ Snacks

◊ Water

Documentation

◊ Passport(s) & Visas

◊ Marriage, birth, adoption and naturalization certificates

◊ State Department ID

◊ Driver’s license

◊ Auto insurance policies, registrations and title if applicable

◊ Power of attorney & will

◊ School records

◊ Pet records

◊ Household effects inventory

Things to Pack in a Stay Bag

Personal belongings

◊ Small toiletry kit

◊ Change of clothes

◊ Sensible shoes

◊ Towel

◊ Sleeping bag

◊ Pillow

◊ Entertainment items

◊ Chargers for electronics

Medical Items

◊ Small First Aid Kit

◊ Prescription medication

◊ Over the counter medications

Food and Water

◊ Reusable water bottle/water

◊ Snacks

◊ Meal items:

Microwave meal

Soup

Tuna packets/cans

Emergency Items

◊ Flashlight, LED

◊ Laminated list of emergency phone numbers

◊ Laminated building floor plan

◊ Multi-purpose tool

◊ Whistle

Post Specific items

Situations at post are unique. You should carefully consider items that would be beneficial to you in your situation.

◊ If you are in an earthquake zone, you might consider

Work gloves

Dust mask

◊ In flooding prone areas, you might consider

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