An emergency supply kit should include the following recommended items:
- Water – one gallon of water per person per day for at least three days, for drinking and sanitation
- Food – at least a three-day supply of non-perishable food
- N-95 mask for COVID-19 protection
- Fuel for vehicle
- Cash (ATMs may lose power)
- Battery-powered or hand crank radio and a NOAA Weather Radio with tone alert
- Flashlight
- First aid kit
- Extra batteries
- Whistle to signal for help
- Dust mask to help filter contaminated air and plastic sheeting and duct tape to shelter-in-place
- Disinfectant wipes, moist towelettes, garbage bags and plastic ties for personal sanitation
- Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities
- Manual can opener for food
- Glasses
- Blanket
- Change of clothes
- Fire extinguisher
- Matches
- Paper cups, plates and plastic utensils
- Photographs of your home and belongings
- Insurance policies
- Medications
- Local maps
- Cell phone with chargers and a backup battery