Portable Kit

Emergency supplies
Water, food, and clean air are the essential items for survival. Each family or individual's kit should be customized to meet specific needs, such as medications and infant formula. It should also be customized to include important family documents.

Recommended supplies to include in a portable kit:

	Water, amounts for portable kits will vary. Individuals should determine what amount they are able to both store comfortably outside the home and be able to transport to other locations
	Food, at least a three-day supply of non-perishable food
	Battery-powered radio and extra batteries
	Flashlight and extra batteries
	First Aid kit
	Whistle to signal for help
	Dust mask or cotton t-shirt, to help filter the air
	Moist towelettes for sanitation
	Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities
	Can opener for food (if kit contains canned food)
	Plastic sheeting and duct tape to shelter-in-place
	Infant formula and diapers, if you have an infant
	Garbage bags and plastic ties for personal sanitation