Emergency Preparedness Checklist for Car or Home

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Extremes in weather are everywhere. Regardless if you experience extremes in temperature, tornadoes, hurricanes, earthquakes, volcanic activity, floods, or frequent fires, emergency preparedness is always a prudent plan. There are several ways to prepare for such an event. An emergency preparedness plan that includes a packed container in your vehicle during those extreme weather seasons is one way to prepare in advance. The list below is one example of what can be included in that list. Please share if you think of anything else that you think would be a great addition.

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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Severe_weather/

Your list should fit the conditions for where you live. For example, if you have snow, ice, and freezing weather, you will know which items will benefit you most. If you lose power frequently and your list is for home use, the items for a car can be eliminated.

Mask, hand sanitizer, disinfectect wipes

Blanket, coat, jacket, poncho, gloves, waterproof boots, socks (x 2 pair), shoe chains

Bottled water & non-perishable snacks (with protein)

Scent-free baby wipes, toilet paper, Kleenex, paper towels (all or choice of mix)

Extra cell phone charger and phone charger, (independent of car charger)

Flashlight & extra fresh batteries

First aid kit that includes bug spray & sunscreen

Road hazard kit (usually contains flares, blanket, flashlight)

Matches, lighter & tinder

Multipurpose tool, window glass breaking tool (ex. Lifehammer or similar brand) also cuts seatbelts

Tarp, duct tape, rags

Ice scraper, cat litter (for slick roads)

Battery charger/jump box, jumper cables

Spare tire, jack & lug wrench, chains

Oil, antifreeze, funnel, & brake fluid

Radio (hand crank or battery operated with extra batteries)

Pen, pencil, paper & book

How to Pack Your Emergency Kit

Once You've chosen what to include in your own Emergency Preparedness kit, it is suggested you use a clear plastic container with a lid large enough to contain the items to keep them well-organized. Arrange items so they are easily accessible quickly. Create an itemized list and tape it to the outside of the box (or inside with words facing out). Take inventory periodically and replace missing and expired items. Keep food items separated from oil, gas, brake fluid, and other non-food chemicals.

Some of the above list items were taken from: https://www.dmv.org/how-to-guides/emergency-kit.php