11/10/2025
Here is a summarized 72-hour earthquake kit checklist for a family of four.
📌WATER AND FOOD
✅12 gallons of water (1 gallon per person per day)
✅3-day supply of non-perishable food (canned goods, granola bars, dried fruits, nuts)
✅Manual can opener
✅Baby formula and pet food if applicable
📌FIRST AID AND HEALTH
✅First aid kit (bandages, antiseptics, prescription meds)
✅Face masks (N95 recommended) and gloves
Hygiene supplies (moist towelettes, hand sanitizer, toilet paper, feminine products)
📌TOOLS AND SUPPLIES
✅Flashlights and extra batteries
✅Battery-powered or hand-crank radio with extra batteries
✅Whistle for emergency signaling
✅Multi-purpose tool (Swiss Army knife)Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities
✅Dust masks and duct tape
📌COMMUNICATION AND DOCUMENTS
✅Battery pack and chargers for phones
✅Copies of important documents (ID, insurance, medical info) in waterproof bags
✅Cash in small bills and coins
📌CLOTHING AND COMFORT
✅Change of clothes suitable for weather, sturdy shoes
✅Blankets or sleeping bags
✅Entertainment like small toys, books, or games for children
📌MISCELLANEOUS
✅Local maps
✅Emergency contact list
✅Fire extinguisher
✅Sanitation items like garbage bags and towels
❗This kit should be stored in an accessible place and regularly checked to replace expired items.
