Be self-sufficient for at least three days.

Have basic supplies on hand and make sure everyone in your family knows how to pull them together quickly.

This checklist can help you develop a supplies kit:

• Non-perishable foodDrinking water (two quarts per person per day)

• Flashlights, extra batteries, and bulbs

• Battery-powered AM/FM radio or hand crank radio and NOAA weather radio with extra batteries
  

• First-aid kit and manual

• Matches in a waterproof container
  

• Non-electric can opener
  

• Essential medicines, including prescriptions
  

• Complete change of clothing including a long-sleeve shirt and long pants
  

• Sturdy shoes
  

• Masks to guard against dust
  

• Baby supplies
  

• Fire extinguisher
  

• Mess kits, paper cups, plates, utensils, and paper towels
  

• Important family documents
  

• Paper and pencil
  

• Toiletries
  

• Books, toys and games
  

• Pet food and extra water for your pet