72 hour kits

After several tragic heart breaking natural disasters around the world, it made me think... would I be ready? Living in Florida and being subject to possible Hurricanes and all kinds of other nasty natural disasters, I think its necessary to have at least 72 hours worth of emergency supplies. I don't claim to be an expert, but I do claim to have thoroughly done my research. Hopefully you'll see the significance in getting your family's emergency kits in order. A few things to help...

You have options...
You can buy pre assembled kits here... with the option to add your families personal needs,
or you can use this list to assemble you're own from scratch.

72 Hour Emergency Kit

Food and Water
(A three day supply of food, and water, per person, when no refrigeration or cooking is available)

Protein/Granola Bars

Trail Mix/Dried Fruit

Crackers/Cereals (for munching)

Pre-packaged meals (i.e MRE's or hormel compleats)

Candy/Gum

Water (1 Gallon/4 Liters Per Person)

Bedding and Clothing

Change of Clothing (short and long sleeved shirts, pants, jackets, socks, etc.)

Undergarments

Rain Coat/Poncho

Blankets and Emergency Heat Blanks (that keep in warmth)

Cloth Sheet

Plastic Sheet

Fuel and Light

Battery Lighting (Flashlights, Lamps, etc.) Don't forget batteries! (Keep separate)

Extra Batteries

Flares

Candles

Lighter

Water-Proof Matches

Equipment

Can Opener

Dishes/Utensils

Shovel

Radio (with batteries)

Pen and Paper

Axe

Pocket Knife

Rope

Duct Tape

Personal Supplies and Medication

First Aid Supplies

Toiletries (roll of toilet paper- remove the center tube to easily flatten into a zip-lock bag, feminine hygiene, folding brush, etc.)

Cleaning Supplies (mini hand sanitizer, soap, shampoo, dish soap, hand towel, etc.)

Medication (Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen, children's medication etc.)

Prescription Medication (for 3 days)

Personal Documents and Money
(Place these items in a water-proof container!)

Small notebook filled with emergency numbers, neighbor/family addresses and phone numbers, emergency evacuation information, etc. Under stress you may forget!

Scriptures

Patriarchal Blessing

Legal Documents (Birth/Marriage Certificates, Wills, Passports, Contracts, etc)

Insurance Policies

Cash ($100 in SMALL bills per backpack)

Pre-Paid Phone Cards

Miscellaneous

Bag(s) to put 72 Hour Kit items in (such as duffel bags or back packs, which work great) Make sure you can lift/carry it!

Infant Needs (if applicable)

Notes:

1. Update your 72 Hour Kit every six months (put a note in your calendar/planner) to make sure that: all food, water, and medication is fresh and has not expired; clothing fits; personal documents and batteries are charged.

2. Small toys/games are important too as they will provide some comfort and entertainment during a stressful time.

3. Older children can be responsible for their own pack of items/clothes too.

4. You can include any other items in your 72 Hour Kit that you feel are necessary for your family's survival.