- Water, at least a 30 liters per person
- Food, non-perishable, easy-to-prepare food have enough for a 3 day supply
- Bottled beverage
- Flashlights
- Landline telephone with jack (not cordless which depends on electricity)
- Battery-powered or hand-crank radio
- Extra batteries
- First aid kit
- Whistle to signal for help
- Medications and medical items, have at least a 14 day supply
- Manual can opener
- Multi-purpose tool
- Sanitation and personal hygiene items
- Family and emergency contact information
- Baby supplies (bottles, formula, baby, food, diapers)
- Pet supplies (collar, leash, id tag, food, carrier, bowls)
- Tarpaulin
- Ply Boards and lumber
- Hammer and nails
- Large plastic bags
- Masking and duct tape
- Sand and bags
- Extra set of car keys and house keys
- Extra clothing, hat and sturdy shoes
- Raingear
- Fire extinguisher
- Plastic plates, cups & utensils
- Extra charged battery for cellphone
- Insect repelant
- Battery powered fans
- Charge all portable devices, including mobile phones, tablets, kids toys, etc.