Building a Disaster Kit
Your family emergency supply kit will include a number of items. Here is a list of things you should include:
Water:
Store water in plastic containers. You will need one
gallon of water per person, per day. (2 quarts for
drinking, and 2 quarts for food preparation and
sanitation.) Keep at least a 3-day supply, and change
your supply every 90 days.
Food: Store at least a 3-day supply of non-perishable food. You'll want items that require no refrigeration, little preparation and little or no water. Good things to include are
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canned goods (meats, vegetables and fruits)
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canned juices, milk and soup;
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high-energy foods like peanut butter, jelly, granola bars, trail mix, and crackers
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comfort foods like cookies, hard candy, cereal, instant coffee and tea bags
Clothing & Bedding: Plan for one complete change of clothing and footwear for each person in your household. Other necessities include:
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sturdy shoes or work boots
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rain gear
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blankets and sleeping bags
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hat and gloves
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thermal underwear
Tools &
Supplies: Keeping tools and other supplies
together will come in handy during an emergency. These items
should be included:
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battery operated television or radio
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extra batteries
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flashlight and batteries
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cash or traveler's checks and change
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cellular phone
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non-electric can opener
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utility knife
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matches in a waterproof container
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pliers and a shut-off wrench for utilities
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tape, paper and pencil
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paper or plastic eating utensils
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plastic sheeting
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needle and thread
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toilet paper
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soap and liquid detergent
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personal hygiene items
First Aid Kit: In case of minor injuries, a good first aid kit should include:
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sterile adhesive bandages
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2" sterile gauze pads (4 to 6)
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4" sterile gauze pads (4 to 6)
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adhesive tape
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triangular bandages (3)
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2" sterile roller bandages (3)
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3" sterile roller bandages (4)
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scissors, tweezers, needles and safety pins
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moist towelettes
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antiseptic spray
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thermometer
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petroleum jelly
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sunscreen
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latex gloves (2 pair)
For more information:
Call Sedgwick County Emergency Management, (316) 660-5959
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