So you waited til the last minute to think about this--didn't you? That's okay. Let's get going now. Be prepared to exist for at least three days without help. To do this, you will need some water, food, medical supplies, and tools. Here is the quick version:
- a case of bottled water per person (this should be changed for fresh after about a month)
- nonperishable food for each person for at least three days
- sugar and salt
- manual can opener
- fun snacks like pretzels instant coffee, and energy bars
- baby needs
- flashlight with extra batteries
- radio with extra batteries
- toothbrushes, toothpaste, hair brush, mouthwash, razor, soap, etc
- bucket with lid for a toilet (liners that fit)
- toilet paper in a waterproof container
- medicines
- bleach
- pocket knife
- reading glasses
- a loud whistle (look at the boating store) for each person
- matches in a waterproof container
- rain poncho for each person
- clothing, socks, underwear for three days
- ice chest
- plastic forks, knives, and spoons
- paper towels
- towels
- bedding and pillows for each person
- pet food and supplies
- work gloves for each person
- sunglasses for each person
- first aid kit (bandages, tape, alcohol, band aids, aspirin, baking soda, insect spray, etc) in a waterproof container
- tools in a toolbox or tool bag (hammer, wrench, screwdrivers, pliers, etc)
- shovel
- rope
- hatchet or ax
- photos of family members with name and date of birth on each in a waterproof container
- copies of important papers such as insurance, IDs, birth certificates, etc in a waterproof container
- green money in a waterproof container
- map of the area in a waterproof container
Have these items in tubs with lids so you can grab them and go fast if necessary. Hopefully, you won't need to use this stuff.
A good suggestion was just received to have a gas grill to cook on. Great idea to try to use up some of the food before it spoils. Keep the car gas tank full so you won't have to wait in a long line. Thanks to everyone for the kind comments and ideas.
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