What Should Go Into An Emergency Preparedness Kit?
SACRAMENTO (CBS13) — A series of grass fires just west of Hazel Avenue along Highway 50 threatened homes and provided another reminder for residents to be prepared.
It's a conversation that should take place in every home—where and what is in your emergency supply kit.
At the peak of wildfire season Cal Fire is warning people to be ready to go at a moment's notice, especially around the Clayton Fire that has already burned nearly 200 buildings.
Those kits extend beyond wildfire danger to earthquakes and flooding in other seasons.
Emergency officials say a gallon of water per person per day is recommended and a food supply for up to three days. If that includes canned food, don't forget the can opener.
Also, a flashlight, first-aid kit and extra medication and clothing should go along with flashlights and batteries. And don't forget those important papers and documents you'll need later.
Here's a list to follow from Cal Fire:
EMERGENCY SUPPLY KIT CHECKLIST
- Three-day supply of non-perishable food and three gallons of water per person.
- Map marked with at least two evacuation routes
- Prescriptions or special medications
- Change of clothing
- Extra eyeglasses or contact lenses
- An extra set of car keys, credit cards, cash or traveler's checks
- First aid kit
- Flashlight
- Battery-powered radio and extra batteries
- Sanitation supplies
- Copies of important documents (birth certificates, passports, etc.)
- Don't forget pet food and water!
Items to take if time allows:
- Easily carried valuables
- Family photos and other irreplaceable items
- Personal computer information on hard drives and disks
- Chargers for cell phones, laptops, etc.
