HOME EARTHQUAKE KIT

Stocking up now on emergency supplies can add to your safety and comfort during and after an earthquake. Store enough supplies for at least 72 hours.

• Water: 1 gallon per person per day (a week's supply of water is preferable)
• Water purification kit
• First aid kit (preferably a trauma kit)—prescription medication and everyday medication
• First aid book
• *Food—canned or dehydrated are best—(see below )
• Can opener (non-electric)
• Camping stove—for outdoor cooking CAUTION: Before using fire to cook, make sure there are no gas leaks.
• Blankets or sleeping bags
• Clothing
• Portable radio, flashlight and spare batteries
• Candles & matches
• Extra pair of eyeglasses
• Extra pair of house and car keys
• Fire extinguisher : A-B-C type
• Food, water and restraint (leash or carrier) for pets
• Cash and change
• Screwdriver, pliers, and hammer
• Baby supplies: formula, bottle, pacifier, soap and baby powder, clothing, blankets, baby wipes, disposable diapers, toys, canned food and juices. (if needed)

After an earthquake you will probably not have any power, so your perishable food won't last more than a few hours. You will need to store at least three days worth of non-perishable food for everyone in your family. Pick items which can be eaten at room temperature without preparation or cooking.

NOTE: Check and rotate food and medicine on a regular basis. Test batteries.