Camping Gear
First Aid Kit
Sleeping Bag, Bedroll, Swag or Thermal Blankets
Foam Pads to go under sleeping bag, bedroll, etc. especially for the elderly
Food and Water
Flashlight and extra batteries

Clothing

Complete change of comfortable clothing*

Current prescription glasses

Gas Mask, especially if you are in one of the top 120 major cities for terror attacks

Underwear, 2 sets

*The majority of people will need to consider seasonal changes. Every season, update your stored change of clothes for the appropriate weather conditions. For winter, if you are under a bio-chemical attack, furnaces and fireplaces should be blocked off and the interior heat may drop to a chilly temperature, include coats, hats, gloves, thermal underwear, snow boots and clothes for layering. For Summer, without air conditioning, you don't need heavy sweats and thermal undies!

Communication Items

Radio (hand cranked or battery powered; if battery, include extra batteries)
Cell phone (it might work)

Note pad

Pencil, Pen

Phone numbers and addresses of friends/family

$200 in cash and change (during times of disaster, charge cards and checks can't be verified)*

*Money is always hard to tuck away and pretend it isn't there, but in this instance, it is a necessity. One can't assume to put expenditures on credit cards during a crisis. Think about it. Whenever you make a purchase, it is always verified by a telephoned authorization number. If phone lines are down and these numbers are not obtainable, chances are your purchase won't be allowed.

Latrine And General Hygiene
Liquid Bleach and Eyedropper (sprinkle in portable toilet to keep down bacteria and smell)
Sponge
Surgical Gloves, three pair (these are inexpensive and can be obtained in discount stores)
Toilet Paper, one roll per person
Trash Bags (three, for human waste and misc. rubbish)


Personal Hygiene
Body/Hand Lotion
Comb and Brush
Dental Floss
Deodorant
Liquid Soap for personal washing
Premoistened Towelettes
Tampons/Sanitary napkins
Toothbrush
Toothpaste


Infant Supplies (if applicable)
Baby Powder
Blanket, spare
Bottles, spare
Diapers, disposable
Formula
Lotion
Pre-Moistened Towelettes
Teething Ring
Toys


Miscellaneous
Bible
Book for Pleasure Reading
Deck of Playing Cards and Board Games
Fire Extnguisher
Multi-Purpose Tool with knife, pliers, screwdrivers
Swiss Army Knife


Pet Care (if applicable)
Food and Food Bowl
Toys or Chew Bone
Water and Water Bowl, one gallon (4 liters) per dog per day. For a cat, it is about 1 pint.*
Newspaper or litter box (some place pets can feel it is OK to use)

*(Even if it is a small animal, plan on the unexpected. SOMEBODY will undoubtedly spill their day's ration and the pet's water can be used in extreme emergency.)

Senior Care (if applicable)

Denture Care Items

Batteries, extra (for hearing aids)

Eye Glasses

Heart and/or Blood Pressure Medications

Oxygen, Portable (extra tanks and hoses if this is required)

Prescriptions

Special Dietary Items

Warmer Clothing (generally the elderly have trouble with poor circulation and get cold easier.)