Be Ready Utah Disaster Supply Kit

by John · Published 1 October 2017 · Updated 8 August 2022

REMEMBER:

Store your Disaster Supply Kit in a backpack, wheeled suitcase, or another portable container in an easy-access location, as near as possible to an exit.

Have a separate kit for each family member.

Items susceptible to water damage should be in plastic bags.

Check your kit twice a year and replace any items that have expired or don’t work.

Cover all 12 Areas of Emergency Preparedness in your disaster supply kits.

ADD ADDITIONAL ITEMS TO KITS TO FIT INDIVIDUAL NEEDS AS NECESSARY

Shelter & Fire

Waterproof poncho
Emergency reflective blanket
Wool or fleece blanket or sleeping bag
Tent or tarp
Windproof/waterproof matches
Alternate fire-starter
Hand and body warmer packets

Water

1-2 gallons of water in a refillable container
Water tablets and/or filter

Food

3 days supply of ready-to-eat, non-perishable food
Hard candies

Sanitation & Hygiene

Personal hygiene kit: soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, comb, toilet tissue, feminine items, razor, lip balm, washcloth, etc.
Garbage bags
Hand sanitizer
Baby wipes

Clothing, Tools & Personal Items

Clothing for warm/cold weather
Extra socks and underwear
Ball cap and/or bandanna
Extra glasses or contacts
Compass
Multi-function pocket knife
Duct tape and 50-ft nylon rope
Stress relief item: book, toy, etc.

Light & Power

Flashlight
Batteries
Light sticks

Cooking

Camp cup, plate, and utensils
Lightweight stove and fuel
Paper towels
Can opener (maybe a knife)

Communication

Multi-power AM/FM radio
Notepad and pencil
Plastic whistle with neck cord
Extra mobile phone charger

First Aid

First aid kit: Adhesive bandages, rolled gauze and pads, disposable gloves, antibiotic cream, burn gel, antiseptic towelettes, tweezers, triangle bandage, etc.
First aid instruction booklet
Personal medications
Scissors and sewing kit
Insect repellent
Sunblock

Safety & Security

Work gloves
Dust mask
Mace/pepper spray
Spare house/car keys

Transportation

Sturdy walking shoes or boots
Wagon, stroller, or wheelchair as needed

Important Documents & Money

Copies of: emergency plan, birth certificates, marriage license, will, insurance info, financial info, vehicle title, family photos, ID, emergency contact list, etc.
At least $200 in small bills