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Stocking up now with emergency supplies can add to your safety and comfort during and after an earthquake. Store enough supplies to last at least 72 hours.
Survival
- Water (1 gallon per person per day)
- First aid kit (freshly stocked)
- Food (canned or packaged that will not spoil, including items for special diets and comfort food such as candy, nuts or raisins)
- Can opener (non-electric)
- Blankets or sleeping bags
- Portable radio, flashlight and extra batteries
- Essential medications and glasses
- Fire extinguisher A-B-C type
- Food and water for pets
- Money (small bills)
Sanitation Supplies
- Large plastic trash bags for trash and waste
- Large trash cans
- Bar soap and liquid detergent
- Shampoo
- Deodorant
- Toothpaste and toothbrushes
- Feminine hygiene supplies
- Infant supplies
- Toilet paper
- Household bleach
- Newspaper to wrap garbage and waste
Safety and Comfort
- Sturdy shoes
- Heavy gloves for clearing debris
- Change of clothing
- Tent
Cooking
- Barbecue, camp stove or chafing dish (include matches)
- Fuel for cooking (charcoal, camp stove fuel, etc.)
- Plastic knives, forks and spoons
- Paper plates and cups
- Paper towels
- Heavy-duty aluminum foil
Tools and Supplies
- Knife
- Axe and shovel
- Crescent wrench for turning off gas
- Rope, ½"
- Garden hose for siphoning and fire fighting
- Plastic tape and sheeting
- Toys, games and books for children
- Pencil and paper
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