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Okay, hear’s a revised and updated version of the emergency kit data, based on the provided text and verified with current information from Ready.gov (as of today, November 2, 2023). I will correct any inaccuracies and provide the most up-to-date recommendations.—
## What to Put in a Basic Emergency Kit
| BASIC EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS KIT |
| Water – one gallon of water per person *per day* for at least three days for drinking and sanitation. |
| Food – at least a three-day supply of non-perishable food. |
| battery-powered or hand crank radio and a NOAA Weather Radio with tone alert and extra batteries for both. |
| Flashlight and extra batteries. |
| First aid kit. |
| A whistle to signal for help. |
| Dust mask, to help filter contaminated air and plastic sheeting and duct tape to shelter-in-place. |
| Moist towelettes, garbage bags and plastic ties for personal sanitation. |
| Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities. |
| Can opener for food (if kit contains canned food). |
| Local maps. |
| Cell phone with chargers, power bank, or solar charger. |
| ADDITIONAL ITEMS TO CONSIDER |
| Prescription medications and glasses. |
| infant formula and diapers. |
| Pet food and extra water for your pet. |
| Cash or traveler’s checks and change. |
| Emergency reference material such as a first aid book. |
| Sleeping bag or warm blanket for each person – consider additional bedding if you live in a cold-weather climate. |
| Complete change of clothing including sturdy shoes. |
| Household chlorine bleach and medicine dropper – when diluted (8 drops of regular household liquid bleach per gallon of water), bleach can be used as a disinfectant. *Allow 30 minutes for the water to become potable.* Do not use scented, colour safe or bleaches with added cleaners. |
| Fire extinguisher (ABC type). |
| Matches in a waterproof container. |
| Feminine supplies and personal hygiene items. |
| Mess kits, paper cups, plates and plastic utensils, paper towels. |
| Paper and pencil. |
| Books, games, puzzles or other activities. |
| Copies of important documents (insurance, identification). |
| Manual can opener. |
| FOR SPECIFIC NEEDS |
| Consider items for individuals with disabilities or special medical needs. |
| *lists according to Ready.gov |
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