Emergency Survival Kit Ideally, prepare your kit with all the following items, or at least make a list so you will know where to find them quickly in your home.
Battery-operated radio (with spare batteries)
Torch (with spare batteries), candles and waterproof matches
Strong shoes, leather gloves, hat, goggles and overalls
First aid kit and manual, and combination pocket knife
Medications, toiletry and sanitary supplies and a change of clothes
Special needs for infants, the aged and people with disabilities
Water in sealed containers - ten litres per person (for three days)
Three days supply of canned food (plus can opener and utensils)
Pet food, water and other animal needs
Portable stove with fuel
Tent or tarpaulin, and blankets (woollen and thermal)
Money, including change for phone calls
Strong plastic bags (for clothing, valuables, documents, and photographs)