Preparation is key to potentially saving property – and lives – should disaster strike in any season. Take time now to gather helpful supplies in one place so you are ready to react to any emergency. 

The following is a list of items that should be included in your kit:

Disaster Kit Supplies

• Water – one gallon per person per day
• Food – non-perishable, three-day supply, and can opener if kit contains canned food
• First aid kit and medications
• Personal hygiene items – toilet paper, feminine supplies, hand sanitizer, moist towelettes, and soap
• COVID-19 personal protective items – masks, disinfecting wipes, travel-sized soap for washing hands, hand sanitizer
• Flashlight
• Battery-powered or hand crank radio
• Extra batteries for radio, flashlight, etc. – periodically check the expiration dates of your batteries and replace as necessary
• Heavy work gloves
• Whistle to signal for help
• Cash – ATM and credit card machines may be out of service in event of power outages
• Mess kits, paper cups, plates, paper towels, and plastic utensils
• Cell phone power bank or car charger
• Copy of important documents in waterproof portable containers or sealed Ziploc bags
• Recent photos of your children in waterproof portable container or sealed Ziploc bags
• Special-needs items for children – medications, toys, infant formula, and diapers
• Special-needs items for seniors or people with disabilities – medications, glasses, hearing aids and batteries, dentures and cleaner, and personal care items
• Complete change of clothing for each person – weather and season appropriate, such as a long-sleeved shirt, long pants, underwear, socks, sturdy shoes, and rain gear
• Blankets or sleeping bags
• Pen, pencil, and paper in waterproof bag
• Plastic sheeting and duct tape
• Garbage bags and plastic ties
• Fire extinguisher
• Matches in a waterproof container

For more information, visit PrepareDE.org