72 hour survival kits – 72 hour emergency kits

Make Your Own 72 Hour Survival Kits Fast

This list is minimal. A good place to start. It’s made to help you start thinking about what your needs would be if you are surprised by disaster. Some people suggest having three 72 hour survival kits: one for work, one for home and one for your car.

Per Person

Water – 9 gallons or 3 gallons a day per person
Water purification tablets
2 large containers for holding and purifying water

72 hours of food minimum:

Trail Mix
Dried Fruits
Granola / Granola Bars
Canned fruits, veggies, soups, and drinks
Peanut Butter
Crackers
Instant Coffee
Tea Bags
Powdered Milk  (continued below)

Can Opener
Paper Plates and cups
Plastic utensils
Napkins or Paper towels
Ziploc Bags

First aid kit
Soap
Shampoo
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Comb or hairbrush
Deodorant
Baby wipes (for bathing, when needed)
Tampons (for females)

Emergency phone numbers and addresses
Important files all in one place (so they are ready to take, if needed)
Cash ($100-200 at the very least)

Sleeping bag, blankets, pillow
Flashlight and batteries
Battery operated radio
Book
Deck of cards
Utility knife
Bleach
Large trash bags
Lighters
Spare underwear
Pencil, pen and pad

Other things to think about:

Baby formula and diapers (if needed)
Glasses and sunglasses
Coat or Jacket
Medications
Spare batteries
Pet supplies (if needed)
Work gloves and plastic gloves
Folding shovel
Camping toilet
Dust mask
Maps
Small camp stove

It’s a good idea to always keep some gas in your car.

There are some good companies who have already done a lot of the work for you. You will find some of them here: http://www.survivaltree.com/products/72-hour-survival-kits/