When emergencies happen, being prepared can make all the difference. Disasters often strike without warning, and during those times, stores and pharmacies might be closed or inaccessible. That’s why it’s crucial to organize your essentials beforehand into three types of emergency kits.

1. Grab-and-Go Bag

Your Go-Bag should contain at least three days’ worth of essential supplies that you can easily carry if you need to evacuate. Pack the following:

• Water and ready-to-eat food
• First aid kit and prescription medicines
• Hygiene items (soap, toothbrush, wipes, sanitizer)
• Flashlight, extra batteries, and power bank
• Copies of IDs, medical records, and emergency contacts (in a waterproof bag)
• Cash in small bills
• Extra clothes, blanket, and face masks
• Whistle, gloves, and dust mask
• Chargers and extra batteries for your devices

2. Stay-at-Home Kit

If it’s safer to remain indoors, your Stay-at-Home Kit should sustain your household for at least two weeks. Stock up on:

• Food and clean drinking water
• Prescription medicines and basic medical supplies
• Hygiene and cleaning items
• Cooking essentials

3. Bed-Kit

Keep a Bed-Kit close to your bed in case an earthquake happens while you’re asleep. This kit should include:

• Sturdy shoes to protect your feet from broken glass
• Flashlight
• Glasses or contact lenses
• Dust mask and whistle

Tip: Keep your Go-Bag in an accessible place and check it every few months to replace expired items.

Additional Reminders

• Maintain at least a one-month supply of medicines in child-proof containers.
• Store important personal, financial, and medical records securely — and keep digital copies.
• Always carry a list of your medications and dosages.
• Regularly check and restock your first aid and earthquake survival kits.
• Download the Medgate App and keep your phone and power bank charged, so you can reach a doctor anytime, even if you’re on the move.

It pays to be informed

Be ready for any emergency with three essential kits: a Go-Bag for quick evacuation, a Stay-at-Home Kit with two weeks’ supplies, and a Bedside Kit for nighttime emergencies. Check and update them regularly to stay prepared.

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Source: https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/types-of-emergencies/earthquake