This is a list of items to store in a 72 hour kit so a family can be prepared in case of an emergency. Also learn how to make a first aid kit to put into your 72 hour 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), Canned Tuna, Beans, Turkey, Beef, Vienna Sausages, etc ("pop-top" cans that open without a can-opener might not be a good idea, read this warning from one site visitor.), Canned Juice, Candy/Gum (warning: Jolly Ranchers can melt and using mint gum might make everything taste like mint. See the comments from the blog post, 72 Hour Kit Warning, comment #11), 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! 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 Kit and 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, etc. Warning: Scented soap might "flavor" food items.), Immunizations Up-to Date, Medication (Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen, children's medication etc.), Prescription Medication (for 3 days)
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).
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