We’ve compiled a list of supplies that you might need in the event of a disaster. (Uses will depend on the type of disaster, of course.)
- Water
- Battery-powered or hand crank radio and a NOAA Weather Radio with tone alert
- Flashlight(s)
- First aid kit
- Extra batteries
- Whistle
- Dust masks, gloves, and other forms of personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Notepad and pencil
- Laminated copy of emergency contact lists
Resources:
- Ready.gov Build a Kit list (PDF version)
- Harvard Recommended Emergency Supplies
- Midwest Regional Conservation Guild (MRCG) Disaster Response