READY & RESOURCEFUL — 72-HOUR HOUSEHOLD CHECKLIST https://readyresourceful.com/news/eu-72-hour-preparedness-guidance/ Review date: __________ Household size: __________ Record quantity, location and the person responsible beside each item. [ ] WATER: At least 3 U.S. gallons per person for three days. Consider additional needs for pets, heat, illness and pregnancy. [ ] FOOD: Three days of familiar shelf-stable food; check dietary needs, preparation requirements and access to a manual can opener. [ ] HEALTH: Prescriptions and storage arrangements checked with the care provider; first aid and any medical equipment backup plan. [ ] LIGHTING: A tested flashlight or lantern with suitable batteries. [ ] POWER: Charged phone power bank and compatible cables. [ ] UPDATES: Suitable battery radio and known official alert channels. [ ] HYGIENE: Soap, toilet paper, rubbish bags and personal care items. [ ] DOCUMENTS: Written contacts and securely stored ID copies. [ ] WARMTH: Suitable clothing and blankets for local conditions. [ ] ASSISTANCE: Children, pets, disabilities and transport considered. [ ] EVACUATION: Know local instructions, contacts and assistance needs. Keep a home reserve and portable departure bag appropriate to the user. Three days is a starting reserve, not a guarantee of when help arrives. Follow current local emergency instructions. A checklist is not medical advice or a substitute for professional care or equipment instructions. Sources: https://www.cdc.gov/water-emergency/about/how-to-create-and-store-an-emergency-water-supply.html https://www.ready.gov/kit