10 Things to Include in an Emergency KitPublic Safety Canada recommends that you keep a basic home emergency kit containing the following items to help you survive a disaster:Water 2 litres of water per person, per day (small bottles are easier to carry in case of an evacuation order).FoodCanned food, energy bars and other non-perishablesManual can opener.
Flashlight and batteries.
Battery-powered or wind-up radio and extra batteries.
First aid kit.
Special needs items:Prescription medications, infant formula and equipment for people with disabilities.Extra keys for your car and house.
CashInclude smaller bills and change for pay phones (travellers’ cheques are handy also)Emergency planInclude a hard copy of your emergency plan and ensure it lists in-town and out-of-town contactsRemember to check the expiry date of applicable items such as medications and infant formula on an annual basis and replace items as necessary.Additional Sources of Information:
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