The following are optional items you may want to consider adding to your Basic Emergency Kit.
- Prescriptions and glasses
- Infants/Children – infant formula, diapers, wipes, diaper rash medicine, games, puzzles, books, toys, etc.
- Pet supplies – pet food, pet toys, etc.
- Important Documents – wills, insurance, banking, government identification, etc.
- Cash, coins, credit cards, traveler’s checks
- Emergency reference or first aid manual
- Blankets or sleeping bag
- Tent or other shelter
- Tarps, rope, bungee cords
- Mess kit, utensils, pots
- Household Chlorine bleach with medicine dropper for disinfecting water
- Fire extinguisher
- Matches in waterproof container
- Feminine supplies and hygiene products, disinfecting wipes
- Paper and Pencil, notebook, markers, duct tape
- Books, religious texts, reference materials