Get packing
In an emergency, you often don’t have time to think, let alone pack. By packing a survival kit in advance, you can save yourself a lot of time and stress.
Here are a few suggestions from Red Cross of what to pack.
You can tick items off as you pack them.
Food and water
Warm, waterproof clothing and comfortable shoes
Sunscreen and sun protection
Torch and batteries
Mobile phone
Device chargers and battery packs
Battery or wind-up radio
Medication and prescriptions
First aid kit
Pet essentials
Activities for children (eg, cards)
Cash
Baby essentials (see below)
For a guide on what to pack specifically for parents of babies or toddlers: https://www.redcross.org.au/emergencies/resources/resources-for-parents-and-caregivers/
It’s also smart to identify and pack things that will help you re-establish your life if you lose everything. Copies of important documents to help identify yourself and personal items that hold special meaning to you and your loved ones.
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