How Do You Make Emergency Preparedness Kits?
Do you have your emergency preparedness kit ready to go in case of a natural disaster? Whether it be a hurricane, tornado, earthquake, global warming, or an act of God, you better be prepared for when the time comes. Here are essential items when making emergency preparedness kits. Essential Emergency Preparedness Kit Items: Food and Water: You should have enough food and water to last you 3-5 days. You should have approximately 1 gallon of water per person per day for drinking and sanitation purposes. The food needs to be non-perishable. Stock up on canned foods and other items that will keep for extended periods of time. Don’t forget a can-opener. Plastic Bags: You will need garbage bags for food and sanitation waste. Also have Ziploc bags available for waterproof storage. Battery-Powered or Hand Crank Radio and Flashlight: Don’t forget the batteries. First Aid Kit: You can pick these up at your neighborhood drug store. Make sure that it has all the essentials including disinfectants
