I live in an area that has nearly daily quakes and we're also close to an active volcano. My emergency kit is well-stocked! I try to prepare for any potential emergency, but I also keep stuff in separate kits so we can grab what we need easily. If yo...
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Basic Emergency Supplies
First Aid Stuff
Keeping Kids Occupied
Emergency Food and Drink
Other Useful Emergency Items
Basic Emergency Supplies
These are some of the absolute basics you should have in your emergency kit.
Stay warm in an emergency situation!
72 HRS MIL-SPEC Mylar Emergency Space Blankets
These glow sticks keep the world illuminated and are waterproof.
Industrial Grade Glow Sticks 6in Ultra Bright
Highly recommend having a lantern/flashlight on hand
SXGINBT 2-Pack Solar Camping Lantern Flashlights
Always have a way to start a fire
SURVIVE Permanent Match
We store water, but if it runs out before help arrives, a way to make water safe is essential.
Sawyer Products MINI Water Filtration System
These sleep sacks keep you warm and out of the elements.
Mezonn Emergency Sleeping Bag Survival Bivy
A lighter is very useful to have.
2 Pack Waterproof Windproof Torch Lighter
First Aid Stuff
If there is an emergency, it's likely there will be injuries. I highly recommend keeping at least a basic first aid kit on hand.
It's good to have gloves for messy situations
TitanFlex Disposable Nitrile Exam Gloves, 6-mil
Always have bandaids available!
Curad Assorted Bandages Variety Pack, 300 Pieces
If you are stuck outside, you'll want to protect your skin.
Neutrogena Ultra Sheer SPF 70 Sunscreen, 3 Fl Oz
Painkillers are useful
Tylenol Extra Strength Acetaminophen Gels
A first aid kit gives you everything you need in one kit
Amazon.com: Care Science First Aid Kit, 110 Pieces
Keeping Kids Occupied
Kids can be entertained while you're dealing with other things you don't want them to see, and to keep their spirits up.
We love this game!
Spot It! Classic Card Game
Another fun card game that's easy to store.
Mattel Games Skip-Bo Card Game
Kids can spend time drawing or writing.
Melissa & Doug Mini Sketch Pad (6x9) - 50 Sheets, 3-Pack
Let them color to pass the time
Crayola Epic Book of Awesome (288 Pages)
Keep them busy with a word search
Word Search for Kids Ages 4-8
For the older kids
Word Search for Kids Ages 8-12
Mini toys are a good way to keep everyone happy
nobasco Squishies, 28 Pack Mochi Squishy Toys
You can't go wrong with some HotWheels
Amazon.com: Hot Wheels Set of 10 Toy Cars & Trucks
Emergency Food and Drink
You're supposed to have enough food and water for three days per person. I like to buy in bulk to make sure we have enough, and rotate it out with our regular food.
Keep 1 gallon of water per person, per day.
5 Gallon Plastic Hedpack with cap
Yummy!
KIND Breakfast, Peanut Butter, Gluten Free Bars
My kids love fruit snacks.
Mott's Fruit Snacks, Assorted Fruit, 40 ct
Trail mix keeps energy levels up.
Nature's Garden Healthy Trail Mix Snack Packs
These crackers last for a long time in the emergency kit.
Keebler Sandwich Crackers Variety Pack (45 Packs)
Beef sticks are a good source of protein for everyone.
Mission Meats Kids 100% Grass Fed Mini Beef Sticks
I know my kids will eat these, so I keep them on hand.
Nature Valley Protein Bars, Peanut Butter Dark Choc
Perfect for eating with crackers.
StarKist Tuna Creations Variety Pack, 4 Pouches
If necessary, this can be eaten cold, but it's also easy to heat in the can over a fire.
Chef Boyardee Beef Ravioli, 15 oz, 4 Pack
As long as you have water to boil, you can easily make these noodles.
Maruchan Instant Lunch Beef, 2.25 Oz, Pack of 12
Other Useful Emergency Items
Some things aren't a must-have, but can certainly be useful. Here's what I like to have in my emergency kit, on top of everything else.
Protect your hands if you're digging through rubble and lifting pieces of wood and concrete.
WZQH Leather Work Gloves for Men or Women
A folding shovel fits in the kit and is helpful to have.
