An emergency go-bag gives your household a fast, orderly way to leave when conditions change without warning. Pack the essentials for 24 to 72 hours, match the contents to each person’s needs, and review the kit on a regular schedule.
Essential Concepts
Portable kit for quick evacuation
Water, food, first aid, meds, documents, power
Assign roles; update every six months
Winter storms can cut power, block roads, and trap families at home or in a car. A three-day kit with water, food, blankets, first aid supplies, medications, and a battery or hand-crank radio can help you stay safe.
Essential Concepts
Three days of water and food
Blankets, clothing, first aid, meds
Radio, flashlight, charger
Home and car kits; check twice yearly
A well-stocked home emergency kit can make all the difference when disaster or winter weather strikes, helping your family stay safe, fed, and prepared for at least three days. With a little planning, you can build kits for home, work, and the car that cover everyone’s needs—including pets—and are ready when you need them most.
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Essential Concepts: Technology can support storm preparedness through alerts, maps, apps, and backup tools. Charge phones, keep radios and lights ready, store water and food, and plan for outages before severe weather arrives.
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