Things that should be found in an emergency preparedness kit

By MANILA BULLETIN ONLINE
September 4, 2010, 4:49am

You will never know when there is going to be an emergency like a strong typhoon or an earthquake, so it is very important to be prepared all the time. Being prepared includes having an emergency preparedness kit. Shine from Yahoo enumerates 10 things that must be found in your kit.

1. Water – Store water that will last three days for the whole family. This is not only for drinking but for other purposes as well.

2. Food – Ready easy-to-open canned goods good for three days.

3. First aid kit – You can buy this from the pharmacy. This includes antiseptic, latex gloves, cleansing agents, scissors, bandages, thermometer, and lubricants. It is also advised that you include pain relievers like ibuprofen.

4. It is also good to keep tools such as a hammer, screwdriver, and can opener.

5. Extra clothing, just in case you need to stay somewhere else. The clothes you will pack will depend on the season.

6. Beddings like blankets for warmth and shelter.

7. Emergency light, radio, and batteries in case of a power outage.

8. A whistle is an effective way to signal or call attention in case you are trapped in a place.

9. Copies of birth certificate, a phone book, and other important documents. These must be kept in waterproof bags.

10. Other things that are of great use to the family such as feeding bottles and eyeglasses.

Place your kit somewhere you can easily get it in your house. Check and update your kit at least once a year.

http://www.mb.com.ph/articles/275485/things-should-be-found-emergency-preparedness-kit