With an emergency kit, you are well prepared for disasters, calamities or emergencies. Putting together an emergency kit is easy. You probably already have most of the items you need.
Putting together an emergency kit
With an emergency kit you are well prepared for the first 72 hours after a disaster or emergency. Putting together an emergency kit is often easier than you may think. You probably already have most of the items at home.
Bottled water. You need about 3 liters per person per day.
Non-perishable food, such as nuts, canned vegetables and dried fruit.
Stay informed via a battery-operated radio and mobile with power bank.
Flashlight with extra batteries, candles and matches.
First aid kit with instructions for use.
Blankets to keep warm.
Whistle to let emergency services know where you are.
Copies of IDs and a list of important telephone numbers.
Spare keys to the house and car.
Store the items in a handy, easily accessible place. It is also handy to put a bag in this place, in case you suddenly have to leave your house. You can put things in there and easily take them with you. Think for example of your keys, ID and cash.
Check the emergency stock every six months to see if the products can still be kept.
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Store and check
Store the items in a handy, easily accessible place. It is also handy to put a bag in this place, in case you suddenly have to leave your house. You can put things in there and easily take them with you. Think for example of your keys, ID and cash.
Check the emergency stock every six months to see if the products can still be kept.
