Keep in a safe, air and water tight box in an easy to find and reach location. Update as necessary and change out food every six months.
Essentials: Battery-operated radio
Flashlight
Extra batteries
Do
not include candles, which cause more fires after a disaster than anything else
Water:3 gallons/person, minimum, in a food-grade, plastic container
Additional water for sanitation
Food:Minimum 3-day supply of non-perishable food that requires no refrigeration or preparation and little or no water.
Dry cereal
Peanut butter
Canned fruits
Canned vegetables
Canned juice
Ready-to-eat canned meats
Ready-to-eat soups (not concentrated)
Quick energy snacks, graham crackers
First Aid Kit: (one for your home and one for each car)
Scissors
Sun screen
Thermometer
Tweezers
Needle
Cleansing agent/soap
Latex gloves (2 pairs)
Tongue blades (2)
Moistened towelettes
Assorted sizes of safety pins
2" sterile gauze pads (4-6)
4" sterile gauze pads (4-6)
2" sterile roller bandages (3 rolls)
3" sterile roller bandages (3 rolls)
Triangular bandages (3)
Tube of petroleum jelly or other lubricant
Sterile adhesive bandages in assorted sizes
Non-Prescription Drugs: Laxative
Anti-diarrhea medication
Aspirin or non-aspirin pain reliever
Antacid (for stomach upset)
Activated Charcoal (use if advised by the Poison Control Center)
Tools and Supplies: Whistle
Aluminum foil
Crowbar
Compass
Paper, pencil
Plastic sheeting
Medicine dropper
Needles, thread
Signal flare
Matches in a waterproof container
Assorted nails, wood screws
Pliers, screwdriver, hammer
Plastic storage containers
Heavy cotton or hemp rope
Cash or traveler's checks, change
Map of the area (for locating shelters)
Non-electric can opener, utility knife
Mess kits, or paper cups, plates and plastic utensils
Tape, duct and plumber's tape or strap iron
Patch kit and can of seal-in-air for tires
Shut-off wrench, to turn off household gas and water
Sanitation: Disinfectant
Household chlorine bleach
Soap, liquid detergent
Personal hygiene items
Feminine supplies
Plastic bucket with tight lid
Toilet paper, towelettes, paper towels
Plastic garbage bags, ties (for personal sanitation uses)
Clothing and Bedding: Sunglasses
Rain gear
Hat and gloves
Sturdy shoes or work boots
Blankets or sleeping bags
Thermal underwear
One complete change of clothing and footwear per person
For Baby: Formula
Diapers
Bottles
Medication
Powdered milk
For Pets: Food
Leash, harness or carrier
Records of vaccinations
Non-tippable food and water containers
Important Family Documents: Important telephone numbers
Record of bank account numbers
Family records (birth, marriage, death certificates)
Inventory of valuable household goods
Copy of will, insurance policies, contracts, deeds, stocks and bonds
Record of credit card account numbers and companies
Copy of passports, social security cards, immunization records
Family Medical Needs: Insulin
Prescription drugs
Denture needs
Extra eye glasses
Contact lenses and supplies
Heart and high blood pressure medication
Entertainment: Games and books
Dean [ Tracking map ] 8am 08/19/07 update 
