Use this as a simple household baseline, not a one-and-done trophy list:

  • drinking water
  • shelf-stable food
  • flashlight
  • batteries or charging backup
  • first-aid supplies
  • prescriptions
  • hygiene basics
  • radio
  • copies of important information
  • a basic family contact plan

How this guide was built

Published

April 2, 2026

Reviewed

April 3, 2026

Next refresh

July 2, 2026

Method

Built from cited primary sources and product documentation.

Status

published

Cadence

On review cadence

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