What will you need if you are forced to shelter in place at home for three days and don't have electricity? Build an emergency preparedness kit with the following items:
- Three-day supply of nonperishable food that does not require cooking
- Three-day supply of water (one gallon of water per person, per day)
- Portable, battery powered radio with extra batteries
- Flashlight with extra batteries
- First aid kit
- Cash (enough for at least three-days' worth of expenses)
- Telephone that works without electricity
- A safe way to heat food and water such as a camp stove, etc.
- Sleeping bags, extra blankets, and warm clothing to stay warm if you have no heat or electricity
- Three-day supply of medication (never let your supply run below three days' worth)
- Items for infants: formula, diapers, etc.
- Food and water for pets