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What is a family emergency bag?

Your basic family emergency kit should contain these items: Food that doesn't spoil, such as canned goods, energy bars, or dried foods. 4L of water per person per day, preferably in small, easy-to-carry bottles. First aid kit. Flashlight and radio (battery powered or hand cranked)

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In the event of a emergency or disaster, roads may be closed, and emergency services stretched beyond capacity. It's important that you and your family are able to go at least 72 hours without outside assistance. By pulling some basic supplies together — many of which may already be in your home — you can make a family emergency kit, quickly and easily.

Quick tips for making your family emergency kit

Your basic family emergency kit should contain these items:

Food that doesn't spoil, such as canned goods, energy bars, or dried foods

4L of water per person per day, preferably in small, easy-to-carry bottles

First aid kit

Flashlight and radio (battery powered or hand cranked)

Manual can opener

Cash (small bills)

Prescription medication, baby formula

Your emergency plan and contact information

Extra keys to your home and car

Food and water for your pets

Other emergency kits you'll need

In addition to the family emergency kit, you should consider making these additional kits: "Grab and go" bag — If you have to immediately leave your home after a disaster you need a Grab-n-go bag to see you through the next 12-24 hours — If you have to immediately leave your home after a disaster you need a Grab-n-go bag to see you through the next 12-24 hours Vehicle emergency kit — When an emergency happens you may be in your car and not able to return home, so you need to have supplies to help sustain you and keep you comfortable — When an emergency happens you may be in your car and not able to return home, so you need to have supplies to help sustain you and keep you comfortable Workplace emergency kit — Being safe at work will help ensure you can return home to help your family during an emergency — Being safe at work will help ensure you can return home to help your family during an emergency Pet emergency kit — If you need to evacuate, you should take your pets with you, so make sure you're prepared to care for them

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What Should a First-Aid Kit Include? an up-to-date first-aid manual. a list of emergency phone numbers. sterile gauze pads of different sizes. adhesive tape. adhesive bandages (Band-Aids) in several sizes. an elastic bandage. a splint. antiseptic wipes. More items...

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A well-stocked first-aid kit, kept within easy reach, is a must for every home. Having the right supplies ahead of time will help you handle an emergency at a moment's notice. Keep a first-aid kit in your home and in your car. Also bring a first-aid kit when your family travels. You can buy a first aid kit at drugstores or a local Red Cross office, or make one of your own. If you make one, use containers that are roomy, sturdy, easy to carry, and simple to open. Plastic tackle boxes or containers for storing art supplies are ideal because they're lightweight, have handles, and offer a lot of space and separate sections.

What Should a First-Aid Kit Include?

Put these in each of your first-aid kits:

an up-to-date first-aid manual

a list of emergency phone numbers

sterile gauze pads of different sizes

adhesive tape

adhesive bandages (Band-Aids) in several sizes

an elastic bandage

a splint

antiseptic wipes

soap

hand sanitizer

antiseptic solution (like hydrogen peroxide)

sterile water, saline (saltwater), or irrigation solution and a large syringe for washing cuts

tweezers

sharp scissors

safety pins

disposable instant cold packs

alcohol wipes or ethyl alcohol

a thermometer

tooth preservation kit

plastic non-latex gloves (at least 2 pairs)

a flashlight and extra batteries

a mouthpiece for giving CPR (you can get one from your local Red Cross)

an eye shield

eye wash solution

Keep medicines your family might need in your kit, such as:

antibiotic ointment

hydrocortisone cream (1%)

calamine lotion

acetaminophen and ibuprofen

an antihistamine (anti-itch medicine), like Benadryl, Zyrtec, Claritin, or store brands

extra prescription medicines (if you're traveling)

medicine syringes and cups

After you've stocked your first-aid kits:

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