EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS CHECKLIST
Keep this checklist handy - Fridge, Go-Bag, Glove Box, or Workspace
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FOOD STORAGE (Goal: 14+ Days per Person)
Water - Drinking
gal
Canned Protein (Chicken/Beef/Fish)
cans
Rice/Pasta (Sealed containers)
lbs
Canned Vegetables
cans
Peanut Butter
jars
Oatmeal/Cereal
boxes
Freeze-dried meals
meals
Energy bars/MREs
units
Manual can opener
ea
Portable camping stove
ea
WATER STORAGE & PURIFICATION (1 gal/person/day minimum)
Stored water containers
gal
Water purification tablets
tabs
Portable water filter
ea
Water storage barrels (55gal)
ea
Collapsible water containers
ea
UV sterilization device
ea
Bathtub water storage bags
ea
Rain catchment system
ea
MEDICAL & FIRST AID
Prescription medications (90-day)
days
First aid kit (trauma grade)
ea
Tourniquets
ea
Israeli bandages
ea
Pain relievers (ibuprofen, acetaminophen)
tabs
Antibiotics (if available)
tabs
Thermometer
ea
Blood pressure cuff
ea
N95 masks
ea
Trauma shears
ea
SHELTER & SECURITY
Emergency blankets (mylar)
ea
Wool blankets
ea
Tarps (10x10 minimum)
ea
Paracord (100ft minimum)
ft
Duct tape
rolls
Door reinforcement bars
ea
Window security film
sqft
Personal defense tools
ea
COMMUNICATIONS & ELECTRONICS
Emergency radio (hand crank/solar)
ea
GMRS/FRS radios (pair)
ea
Portable power banks
ea
Solar panel charger
ea
Ham radio equipment
ea
Satellite communicator
ea
Signal mirror
ea
Emergency whistle
ea
TOOLS & EDC GEAR
Fixed blade knife (4-6 inch)
ea
Folding knife (EDC)
ea
Multi-tool (Leatherman style)
ea
Flashlights (LED, 300+ lumens)
ea
Headlamps
ea
Fire starters (lighters, matches, ferro rod)
ea
Work gloves (cut resistant)
pair
Hatchet/axe
ea
Folding shovel
ea
Pry bar/crowbar
ea
VEHICLE EMERGENCY KIT
Jumper cables (12ft heavy duty)
ea
Tire repair kit + compressor
ea
Emergency food bars
ea
Emergency water pouches
ea
Road flares/LED beacons
ea
Tow strap (rated for vehicle)
ea
Paper maps (local area)
ea
Ice scraper/snow brush
ea
PERSONAL & FAMILY SPECIFIC
Baby supplies (formula, diapers, wipes)
days
Feminine hygiene products
ea
Pet food and medications
days
Copies of IDs and documents (in waterproof bag)
sets
Cash (small bills)
USD
Family emergency contact list
copies
Comfort items (books, games, toys)
ea
Extra clothing (seasonal)
sets
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