Emergency Ready Kit
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) recommends that all Americans have some basic supplies on hand in order to survive for at least three days if an emergency occurs. It is recommended that the Ready Kit should be assembled well in advance of an emergency. The concept is to be able to survive for at least 72 hours until local officials and relief workers arrive on the scene. The disaster could be wide-spread and involve a lot of people that makes it difficult for relief workers to reach everyone immediately. Water, one gallon per person per day for at least three days Food, at least a three-day supply of non-perishable food Battery powered or hand-crank radio and a NOAA weather radio with tone alert and extra batteries for both Flashlight and extra batteries First aid kit Medications (prescription and basic) Whistle to signal for help Dust mask to help filter contaminated air and plastic sheeting and duct tape to shelter