Emergency Supply Checklist

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.

Survival

  • Water-2 quarts to 1 gallon per person per day
  • First aid kit - freshly stocked
  • First aid book
  • Food (packaged, canned, no-cook, baby food, and for special diets)
  • Can opener (nonelectric)
  • Blankets or sleeping bags
  • Portable radio, flashlight and spare batteries
  • Essential medication and glasses
  • Fire extinguisher-A-B-C type
  • Food and water for pets
  • Money

Sanitation Supplies
  • Large plastic trash bags for trash, waste, water protection
  • Large trash cans
  • Bar soap and liquid detergent
  • Shampoo
  • Toothpaste and toothbrushes
  • Feminine and infant supplies
  • Toilet Paper
  • Household bleach
  • Newspaper to wrap garbage and waste

Safety and Comfort
  • Sturdy shoes
  • Heavy gloves for clearing debris
  • Candles and matches
  • Change of clothing
  • Knife or razor blades
  • Garden hose - for siphoning and fire fighting
  • Tent

Cooking
  • Barbecue, camp stove, chafing dish
  • Fuel for cooking (Charcoal, camp stove fuel, etc.)
  • Plastic knives, forks, spoons
  • Paper plates and cups
  • Paper towels
  • Heavy-duty aluminum foil

Tools and Supplies
  • Axe, shovel, broom
  • Crescent wrench for turning off gas
  • Screwdriver, pliers, hammer
  • Coil if 1/2" rope
  • Plastic tape and sheeting
  • Toys for children

Quake Busters