Chapter 10 · Natural disasters
What to add to the kit for each disaster
Your basic kit is in chapter 2. These are the extras that make a difference in each case, for your household.
| Disaster | Recommended extras |
|---|---|
| Flood | Large airtight bags for documents and medicine; rubber boots; gloves; a high shelf or lidded container for valuables. |
| Tornado | Closed-toe shoes and a flashlight next to each bed; bicycle helmets; a whistle per person; thick blankets or a mattress accessible to the shelter. |
| Extreme heat | Indoor thermometer; towels for wetting; battery-powered fan; electrolytes; extra water bowls for pets. |
| Freeze | Hats, gloves, and thermal socks for each person; sleeping bags; foam pipe sleeves; extra water jugs. |
| Wildfire and smoke | Enough N95 masks for all the adults for several days (replace them when they get dirty or wet); tape and plastic to seal windows. |
| Hail | Old thick blanket or padded car cover; plastic and tape to cover a broken window. |
