In this unprecedented season of hurricanes, volcano eruptions, blackouts, flash floods, and what not, The Red Cross Society has come out with a series of useful publications which help you to be amply prepared for emergencies.
From their site:
“Shelter-in-Place in an Emergency
There are six basics you should stock for your home: water, food, first aid supplies, clothing and bedding, tools and emergency supplies, and special items. Keep the items that you would most likely need during an evacuation in an easy-to carry container–suggested items are marked with an asterisk(*). Possible containers include a large, covered trash container, a camping backpack, or a duffle bag.”
The main Red Cross Site
PDF version of the Disaster Supplies Kit
Personal Workplace Disaster Supplies Kit
Personal Workplace Disaster Supplies Kit
