Survival is by the rule of 3s. Air: You can survive for 3 minutes without air. Shelter: You can survive for 3 hours without shelter in a harsh environment. Water: You can survive for 3 days without water. Food: You can survive 3 weeks without food.
Everything in this list is essential for survival! Start building your bug out bag. You never know what the future holds.
Sections
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AIR
SHELTER
WATER
FOOD
MEDICAL & HYGIENE
MISC
AIR
You want a NIOSH approved, reusable respirator.
3M P100/OV Multi-Purpose Reusable Respirator
Disposable N95s are good to have on hand also for dust and particles.
NIOSH Approved Universal Fit Mask - Wrapped
SHELTER
Ideal for various emergency scenarios, including camping, hiking, and natural disasters. Can be used as ground cover, shelter, or to prevent hypothermia and shock.
Reusable Emergency Mylar Space Blankets - 4 Pack
Inexpensive tent for 1 or (maybe 2) people.
Lightweight Waterproof Backpacking Tent 1-2P
Another tent to insulate yourself in your house.
Coleman Sundome Camping Tent with Rainfly
Emergency sleeping bags
Emergency Sleeping Bag Survival Bag
WATER
Water is absolutely essential for survival! You will not survive without it. Be prepared with at least 1 gallon a day per person. And DONT FORGET about your animals!
Get yourself a basic, manual can opener. This is crucial when you're without power.
Amazon Basics Multi-function Manual Can Opener and Bottle Opener
MEDICAL & HYGIENE
Essential
TOILET PAPER
Essential for staying as clean as you can.
Amazon Basics Wipes, Fragrance Free
MISC
Trash, shelter, reinforcements. Endless uses.
Brute Super Tuff 42 Gal Contractor Bags 2.0 Mil
Fire starter
AOFAR Fire Starter AF-381 with Paracord & Whistle
Waterproof matches
Waterproof Stormproof Matches Survival Kit, 20pcs
COMMUNICATION
One of these is extremely important
iRonsnow Solar Emergency Hand Crank Weather Radio, 2000mAh NOAA AM/FM | Portable Self Powered Radios with SOS Alarm LED Flashlight Smart Phone USB Charger for Camping