Keep essential emergency supplies in a waterproof bag,  backpack or box that you can easily roll or carry, or that can be attached to your walker, wheelchair, or scooter in case you have to evacuate. Keep your Go Bag somewhere you can easily find it. 

• Include your emergency contact and medication lists in a watertight container in your Go Bag and on your electronic devices. 
• Once every six months, check that all items in your Go Bag are in good condition and medications or food haven’t expired.

You know yourself and your family best. Consider what you all would need if you had to be away from home for 72 hours and make this list specific to your daily needs.

Basics 

• Water (one gallon per person per day for several days, for drinking and sanitation)
• Food (at least a several-day supply of non-perishable food)
• Flashlight
• First aid kit
• Extra batteries
• Whistle (to signal for help)
• Dust masks (to help filter contaminated air)
• Moist towelettes, garbage bags and plastic ties (for personal sanitation)
• Wrench or pliers (to turn off utilities)
• Manual can opener (for food)
• Local maps
• Cell phone 
• Chargers and back-up power packs for your electronics 

Additional Things to Consider

• Soap, hand sanitizer and disinfecting wipes to disinfect surfaces
• Infant formula, bottles, diapers, wipes and diaper rash cream
• Cash or traveler’s checks
• Important family documents, such as copies of insurance policies, medical power of attorney, identification and bank account records saved electronically or in a waterproof, portable container
• Sleeping bag or warm blanket for each person
• Complete change of clothing appropriate for your climate, and sturdy shoes
• Water filter bottle
• If you have special food issues, make sure you have what you need for a few days
• Fire extinguisher
• Matches in a waterproof container
• Feminine supplies and personal hygiene items
• Mess kits, paper cups, plates, paper towels and plastic utensils
• Paper and pencil
• Battery-powered or hand crank radio and a NOAA Weather Radio with tone alert
• Plastic sheeting and duct tape (to shelter in place)
• Books, games, puzzles or other activities for children
• Books, iPads or other comfort items for adults

Medical Support Items

• Prescription medications
  • Organize and protect your prescriptions, over-the-counter drugs, and vitamins to prepare for an emergency
  • A list of prescriptions and dosages, in the event you need to order more before you can get home
• EpiPens
• Non-prescription medications such as pain relievers, anti-diarrhea medication, antacids or laxatives
• Prescription eyeglasses and contact lens solution
• Wheelchair
• Scooter
• Oxygen 
• Cane
• Medical alert tags
• Dentures
• Hearing aids 
• Assistive technology

Service Animals and Pets

• Food and extra water for your pet
• Medication for pets
• Harness and leash