Build a Kit
Gather the following supplies so you can shelter in place without utilities for at least 72 hours: more details and kit checklists in multiple languages available on ready.gov/kit
- Water (1 gallon/person/day)
- Water filtration system
- Nonperishable food & pet food
- Charged power bank or energy station
- Battery-powered or hand crank-radio
- First aid kit
- Flashlight and extra batteries
- Candles and matches
- Whistle to signal for help
- KN95 dust mask
- Moist towelettes
- Garbage bags and plastic ties
- Can opener
- Local maps
- Cash
- Medicine
- Hand sanitizer
Make a plan
A family emergency plan is a great way to start the conversation and stay connected if disaster strikes when you’re not with your loved ones. Here are some basic steps to get started:
- Sign up for AVL Alerts for notifications about what’s happening in our community.
- Create, share and post a Family Emergency Communications Plan that puts all key info in one place.
- Include shelter, evaluation and communications plans- where will you go, with whom, and how will you stay connected?
- Consider specific needs in your household such as medications, dietary restrictions, age-related concerns, and pets’ needs.
Be a good neighbor
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- Your neighbors are likely to be the first people to respond in a disaster, especially if emergency responders are unable to get to you. Building relationships with neighbors can be helpful for many reasons. In the event of an emergency, check in on family members and vulnerable neighbors twice a day.
- Learn neighbors skills and vulnerabilities; do you or someone in your community have first aid or wilderness first aid training? Are there neighbors with specific mobility or medical needs? Knowing this information can improve your community care and response. Ideas and resources to help you build your neighborhood network are available on the Personal Climate Action Guide.
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