Emergency Supplies Kit

Disaster Supplies Kit


The Zombie Emergency Supplies Kit is a collection of basic items that could be needed in the event of an outbreak. Assemble the following items to create kits for use at home, the office, at school and/or in a vehicle:

• Water; one gallon per person, per day (3­-day supply for evacuation, 2­-week supply for home)
• Food; non­perishable, easy­-to­-prepare items (3­-day supply for evacuation, 2­-week supply for home)
• Flashlight
• Battery­-powered or hand­-crank radio (NOAA Weather Radio, if possible)
• Extra batteries
• First aid kit
• Medications (7­-day supply) and medical items
• Multi­purpose tool
• Sanitation and personal hygiene items
• Copies of personal documents (medication list and pertinent medical information, proof of address, deed/lease to home, passports, birth certificates, insurance policies)
• Cell phone with chargers
• Family and emergency contact information
• Extra cash
• Emergency blanket
• Map(s) of the area

Consider the needs of all family members and add supplies to your kit. Suggested items to help meet additional needs are:

• Medical supplies (hearing aids with extra batteries, glasses, contact lenses, syringes, cane)
• Baby supplies (bottles, formula, baby food, diapers)
• Games and activities for children
• Pet supplies (collar, leash, ID, food, carrier, bowl)
• Two­-way radios
• Extra set of car keys and house keys
• Manual can opener

Additional supplies to keep at home or in your kit based on the types of disasters common to your area:

• Whistle
• N95 or surgical masks
• Matches
• Rain gear
• Towels
• Work gloves
• Tools/supplies for securing your home
• Extra clothing, hat and sturdy shoes
• Plastic sheeting
• Duct tape
• Scissors
• Household liquid bleach
• Entertainment items
• Blankets or sleeping bags

This list contains the minimum recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). You should include any additional items that you may consider necessary for your safety and survival during an outbreak.

References:
1. Emergency Preparedness and Response. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, May 18, 2011.
<http://emergency.cdc.gov/preparedness/kit/disasters/>