Think proactively about what you would need for yourself and family. Gather the necessary supplies and items you will need in advance to stay safe during and after a flood event. Your emergency kit should contain supplies for each member of your family for 3 to 5 days.
Recommended supplies for a basic kit:
- Water, one gallon of water per person per day, for drinking and sanitation
- Food, at least a three-day supply of non-perishable items
- Manual can opener (if kit contains canned food)
- Flashlight and extra batteries
- Battery-powered or hand crank radio
- Extra batteries and portable charger
- First aid kit
- Whistle to signal for help
- Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities
- Prescription Medications and eyeglasses
- Plastic sheeting and duct tape to shelter-in-place
- Infant formula and diapers (if needed)
- Garbage bags and plastic ties for personal sanitation
- Cups, plates, and plastic utensils