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A six-step household emergency supply kit

Build a family-specific kit with water, shelf-stable food, lights, first-aid items, medications and emergency contacts, then inspect it regularly.

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The American Red Cross and CDC recommend maintaining accessible essential supplies because water, power and shopping may be disrupted during emergencies. Treat U.S. quantity guidance as a reference and adapt to local government advice and household needs.

Your try-it-at-home checklist

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1. List household members, children, pets and special medical needs; check hazards relevant to your local area.
2. Prepare safe drinking water, nonperishable food and a manual can opener if needed for several days, following local preparedness quantities.
3. Include flashlights, spare batteries, a power bank and charger, plus a battery-powered or hand-crank radio. Test devices.
4. Pack a first-aid kit, necessary medications and medical items, hygiene supplies, warmth, and child or pet essentials. Follow medicine storage requirements.
5. Store emergency contacts, evacuation plans, some cash and copies of key documents in a waterproof pouch, with privacy protection.
6. Keep the kit accessible and make sure everyone knows where it is. Check expiry dates and equipment about every six months.

Your try-it-at-home checklist

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