Building an emergency kit: a small investment with a big reward

You’ve already packed backpacks with supplies for the school year, but have you packed an emergency kit to help get you through emergencies?

In situations like floods, evacuations and winter storms, you should be able to care for members of your household, including pets, for at least three days. This helps first responders focus on people who are hurt or need immediate help before expanding their support to the community.

A properly-stocked emergency kit ensures you have food and water, and any necessary supplies to get through the early days of an emergency. And it will be ready at a moment’s notice, taking some stress out of a stressful situation.