Every household should consider assembling a Go Bag – a collection of items you may need in the event of an evacuation. Each household member's Go Bag should be packed in a sturdy, easy-to-carry container such as a backpack or suitcase on wheels. A Go Bag should be easily accessible if you have to leave your home in a hurry. Make sure it is ready to go at all times of the year.
- Copies of your important documents in a waterproof and portable container (insurance cards, birth certificates, deeds, photo Ids, etc.).
- Extra set of car and house keys, credit and ATM cards and cash, especially in small denominations. We recommend you keep at least $50 - $100 on hand.
- Bottled water and non-perishable food such as energy or granola bars.
- Flashlight, battery-operated AM/FM radio and extra batteries. You can also buy wind-up radios that do not require batteries at retail stores.
- Medication for a least one week and other essential personal items. Be sure to change medications before they expire. Keep a list of the medications each member of your household takes and their dosages, or copies of all your prescription slips.
- First-aid kit.
- Sturdy, comfortable shoes, lightweight raingear and a mylar blanket.
Contact and meeting place information for your household, and a small regional map. - Child care supplies or other special items.