72 Hour Kits are just as the name describes... a kit that will sustain life for 72 hours (3 days). In the event of an emergency and immediate evacuation, a 72 hour kit which is already assembled and placed in a convienient location would bring much peace to you and your family!When assembling your 72 hour kit remember that you may be carrying these. Use luggage that is easy to carry and transport. Pack items that are not heavy and bulky. Try to think of the 'what-ifs' and plan for those. Some items that are important for you to include in your kit:
- Pre-packaged Water (pouches,boxes,bottles)
- Water purifier tablets
- Food (MRE, calorie food bar, freeze-dried Meals, granola bars, jerky, candy)
- Important family documents
- Small collection of cash and coins
- Stress Relievers
- Spare Keys
- Medicines
- Children's Needs
- Animal's Needs
- First Aid Kit/Sunblock
- Candle, Flashlights (no battery required type is best), light sticks
- Hand and Body Warmers (light and inexpensive and would be very handy)
- Poncho
- Make shift tents
- Reflective bags (keeps body warm with bodyheat, light and small)
- Water-proof matches
- Whistle
- Am/Fm Radio (no battery required is best)
- Pocket knife
- Toilet Paper
- Soap/Comb/Feminine Needs/Toiletries
- 1 Change of Clothing
Remember all of your family members, including pets, when planning this kit. You won't want to leave your dog behind, and you won't want your dog eating your survival food! If you have babies it's a good idea to pack extra diapers, clothes and formula. Think about all your needs and what-if's and then try to find a way to pack something that will fulfill that need, that is rather small and light. There are many kits and information available for your information.
