Disaster/Emergency Kits

[cmcanch]

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I just wanted to share this list of things to be prepared...mas maau ug prepared ta kaysa dili...I already have 90% of the things listed below...sometimes being paranoid is good...I've had my training in first aid and other courses at red cross so i could be prepared and be of help to everyone in the event of disasters and emergencies...we need to know at least the basics...

FAMILY DISASTER KIT CHECKLIST
Following is a list of the essentials for what you will need to create your own home
disaster kit. You might be surprised to see that most of the items are things you already
have. Even if you have everything on this list, now is the best time to organize
everything so it is all together when you need it. Medications change, babies arrive, new
pets join the family and people move. Check and update your water, food, batteries,
medications and contact phone numbers at least once a year.
-Cell Phone, charger (there are also emergency crank or battery powered cell phone
chargers) and headset so you can talk hands free.
-Bottled water (1 gallon per person per day for drinking, plus an additional gallon
for teeth brushing, bathing, cooking, etc.).
-Battery-powered radio with extra batteries.
-Flashlight and batteries.
-Keep your vehicle fueled up. Get in the habit of not letting your gas tank get below
half full. In an emergency, when it may be difficult or impossible to get fuel, you
will be very thankful you have it.
-Dry and canned foods and can opener (make sure the canned and packaged foods
don’t have too much salt – they will make you more thirsty and with limited water
around, that isn’t the best thing).
-Disposable eating utensils, dinnerware and cooking tools.
-Baby needs, including diapers, wipes and food.
-Pet needs, food, water, collar and leash.
-Medical supplies, including prescription medications, eyeglasses, contacts, etc.
-Toilet paper, paper towels, hand sanitizer and feminine needs.
-Trash bags.
-Soap and toiletries.
-Scissors and tweezers.
-Utility knife.
-Crow bar.
-First Aid Kit including:
-first aid instruction guide
-bandages of various sizes and types
-elastic wrap
-adhesive tape
-finger splints
-eye pads
-sterile dressings
-gauze roll
-examination gloves
-instant cold pack
-burn cream
-antibacterial ointment
-alcohol prep pads
-hydrogen peroxide spray
- Comfortable thick soled shoes and socks.
- Whistle.
- Waterproof matches and emergency candles (do not use if you smell gas or hear a
hissing sound).
- Duct tape.
- Rope.
- Emergency blanket.
- Work gloves.
- Small towel or clean rag.
- Bandana or dust mask.
- Change of clothes.
- Cap or visor.
- Pen and paper.
- Emergency contact numbers.
- Emergency gas shut off tool.
- Fire extinguisher.
- Road map.
- Important personal documents
- Comfort items - especially for children (stuffed animal, toy, cards, etc.)
- Backpack to store important items so you can grab and go.

[gadgetBoi]

I have mine ready. thanks for the useful tips.

[ghostie2472]

I just wanted to share this list of things to be prepared...mas maau ug prepared ta kaysa dili...I already have 90% of the things listed below...sometimes being paranoid is good...I've had my training in first aid and other courses at red cross so i could be prepared and be of help to everyone in the event of disasters and emergencies...we need to know at least the basics...

FAMILY DISASTER KIT CHECKLIST
Following is a list of the essentials for what you will need to create your own home
disaster kit. You might be surprised to see that most of the items are things you already
have. Even if you have everything on this list, now is the best time to organize
everything so it is all together when you need it. Medications change, babies arrive, new
pets join the family and people move. Check and update your water, food, batteries,
medications and contact phone numbers at least once a year.
-Cell Phone, charger (there are also emergency crank or battery powered cell phone
chargers) and headset so you can talk hands free.
-Bottled water (1 gallon per person per day for drinking, plus an additional gallon
for teeth brushing, bathing, cooking, etc.).
-Battery-powered radio with extra batteries.
-Flashlight and batteries.
-Keep your vehicle fueled up. Get in the habit of not letting your gas tank get below
half full. In an emergency, when it may be difficult or impossible to get fuel, you
will be very thankful you have it.
-Dry and canned foods and can opener (make sure the canned and packaged foods
don’t have too much salt – they will make you more thirsty and with limited water
around, that isn’t the best thing).
-Disposable eating utensils, dinnerware and cooking tools.
-Baby needs, including diapers, wipes and food.
-Pet needs, food, water, collar and leash.
-Medical supplies, including prescription medications, eyeglasses, contacts, etc.
-Toilet paper, paper towels, hand sanitizer and feminine needs.
-Trash bags.
-Soap and toiletries.
-Scissors and tweezers.
-Utility knife.
-Crow bar.
-First Aid Kit including:
-first aid instruction guide
-bandages of various sizes and types
-elastic wrap
-adhesive tape
-finger splints
-eye pads
-sterile dressings
-gauze roll
-examination gloves
-instant cold pack
-burn cream
-antibacterial ointment
-alcohol prep pads
-hydrogen peroxide spray
- Comfortable thick soled shoes and socks.
- Whistle.
- Waterproof matches and emergency candles (do not use if you smell gas or hear a
hissing sound).
- Duct tape.
- Rope.
- Emergency blanket.
- Work gloves.
- Small towel or clean rag.
- Bandana or dust mask.
- Change of clothes.
- Cap or visor.
- Pen and paper.
- Emergency contact numbers.
- Emergency gas shut off tool.
- Fire extinguisher.
- Road map.
- Important personal documents
- Comfort items - especially for children (stuffed animal, toy, cards, etc.)
- Backpack to store important items so you can grab and go.

This is what is commonly known as a bug out bag. Of course, most people here in istorya will think you are out of your mind to be preparing and will think you are preparing for the end of the world. Well just see when a calamity hits and who's prepared and who's not.

I would also encourage getting a portable butane stove and several butane canisters for cooking.

[slyder10]

a gun w/ enough ammo, a big knife, pinuti or a samurai sword. just in case someone wants to steal your disaster/emergency kit.

[7DMM]

OT: TS what ka na batch sa summer institute?

nothing wrong with being prepared.

The EDC Song - YouTube

[ghostie2472]

a gun w/ enough ammo, a big knife, pinuti or a samurai sword. just in case someone wants to steal your disaster/emergency kit.

Mao sad. Too bad it's not easy getting one here sa cebu. Underground guns aren't totally reliable as well kay most are made in danao.

[cmcanch]

OT: TS what ka na batch sa summer institute?

nothing wrong with being prepared.

The EDC Song - YouTube

wala ko nijoin sa safety institute kay murag molagom ang akong show ana...hehehe...basic first aid acls ug cpr and disaster nursing ra ako gi-joinan...

I have seen from the movie "The road" mas nindot jud ug naa underground storage na tightly sealed para adto istore uban supplies den di masudlan water para incase naa disaster naa jud kay magamit...

[JPT11]

Thanks for sharing the list, TS! Prevention is better than cure. Lets all be prepared for whatever calamities may visit our place one of these days.

[butlerana]

Thanks guys.

[rodsky]

The backpack I carry everyday with me to the office is in essence, a survival backpack--I have everything I need in it, in case of an emergency/disaster.

-RODION