How to Pack an Emergency Kit for Your House

"Be prepared for an emergency" is an expression often heard, but how many of us actually are? Take a little time now to prepare your household by putting together this emergency kit that can be used in case of an earthquake, hurricane or other natural disaster.

Things You'll Need

• Portable Radios
• Blankets
• Storage Organizers
• Antibiotic Ointment
• Bandages In A Variety Of Sizes
• Diapers
• Gauze Wraps
• Sterile Dressings For Larger Cuts
• Tweezers
• Scissors
• Ice Packs
• Lighter Or Matches
• Flashlights
• Ice packs

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Instructions

• 1

  Get a large plastic storage box with a handle.

• 2

  Pack bandages (all sizes), gauze wraps, sterile strips for larger cuts, ice packs and antiseptic lotion.

• 3

  Pack tweezers, scissors, a large flashlight, and matches or a lighter.

• 4

  Include blankets, a radio and extra batteries (all sizes).

• 5

  Store as many gallons of water and nonperishable food items as you can in the chosen storage area.

• 6

  Pack travel-size toiletries and soap.

• 7

  Stash some cash as a reserve - ideally, two weeks salary.

• 8

  Write telephone numbers of the poison control center, your pharmacy and your family doctors, and store in your travel box.

• 9

  Pack diapers and baby wipes if you have an infant or toddler.