72 Hour Kits
This type of kit will get you through an emergency for several days until help arrives.
Everyone's kit needs to be personalized to their needs. Here are some suggestions to get you started.
The first step is to get a carrying device like a bucket or a backpack. Having your supplies in one place will help speed things up when you only have a few minutes notice.
Food and Water
Having adequate food and water is very important in an emergency. Try to have at least 1 gallon of water per day in your kit. This will need to be increased if you have freeze dried food. Energy bars and hard candy are a good moral booster as well.
Freeze dried food is light and compact but they need a lot of water.
MREs (Meals Ready To Eat) don't need any water and they can be eaten hot or cold.
Ready Made Foods like raviolis or chili can be helpful. Make sure you have a can opener and rotate them.
1st Aid
General First Aid supplies will is very important in an emergency. Start with a few simple items like Band-Aids and Neosporin, Then build a larger kit that includes more items.
Your kit should include: Gauze of many sizes, Adhesive Tape, Splint, Medications, Sunburn Cream, Tweezers, Disposable Gloves, Hand Sanitizer, Bandana, Safety Pins, Sterile Wipes, Icepack, eye wash and feminine products. Add more items to your kit for your personal needs.
Change of Clothes
Being able to change your clothes will help with sanitation and moral. Include at least 2 pairs of socks. They are small and are very important.
Equipment
Flashlights and other equipment are a must. Make sure to have batteries for the flashlight as well as a NOAH radio, important documents, multi-tool, blanket, emergency blanket, whistle, matches, dust mask, cash in small bills, and other items like diapers and wipes.