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Emergency bag and stuff.

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The last time it flooded here in my city it wasn't an incredibly bad flood but it cut the power for a fair while a couple of days of interrupted power. Sitting around listening to the car radio and peoples stories of what was happening, I do remember one person suggesting everyone should in there home have a bag with emergency items in to grab on the way out the door if you have to leave in a hurry.

So far I finally have got around to making it and it is half done.

what I thought of so far is:

can opener,sharp knife and pliers

torch/siren/radio that operates by winding a handle. EBay $20

copies of passports and other identification

copies of house and car insurance policies.

A portable Hard drive with photos and stuff on it.


Can you think of other things that could be beneficial il bet I have forgotten something?
 
  • shortwave radio
  • swiss army knife
  • can opener
  • portable hard drive (and laptop, if able)
  • passports/identification/wallet
  • phone/camera
  • first aid kit

That's all I can think of at the moment. Pretty similar stuff you you Chris.
 
Nick said:
  • shortwave radio
  • swiss army knife
  • can opener
  • portable hard drive (and laptop, if able)
  • passports/identification/wallet
  • phone/camera
  • first aid kit

That's all I can think of at the moment. Pretty similar stuff you you Chris.
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first aid kit didnt think of that but there is one in the car anyway.
 
What kind of can opener are y'all talking about? If you can find it, get what we used to call a "Church Key" a combo can/bottle opener. Also cell phone chargers, maybe a lap top and charger. Definitly cd copies of any and all important papers. Cases of bottled/jugs of water. In case you don't have to leave home, also freeze dried and canned food. If you are like my wife and had to have a house that was all electric, an alternative cooking source like a coleman stove and lantern, some of those small space blankets. GPS and charger, a small compass, A good pocket knife, a high power (CO2) pellet rifle or small .22. In a flood, reptiles, rodents, and other animals (dogs) head for high ground. That could be your house. Oh, and plenty of ammo for whatever weapon you get, even if it's a sling shot or bow and arrow.
 
mcmurry said:
What kind of can opener are y'all talking about? If you can find it, get what we used to call a "Church Key" a combo can/bottle opener. Also cell phone chargers, maybe a lap top and charger. Definitly cd copies of any and all important papers. Cases of bottled/jugs of water. In case you don't have to leave home, also freeze dried and canned food. If you are like my wife and had to have a house that was all electric, an alternative cooking source like a coleman stove and lantern, some of those small space blankets. GPS and charger, a small compass, A good pocket knife, a high power (CO2) pellet rifle or small .22. In a flood, reptiles, rodents, and other animals (dogs) head for high ground. That could be your house. Oh, and plenty of ammo for whatever weapon you get, even if it's a sling shot or bow and arrow.
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You know....the can opener that...opens cans? I don't know how else to put it. :D

But a swiss army knife (on my list) has can/bottle opener on it, plus many others. :thumb
 
This bag is getting really heavy. Do we plan to keep it by the front door? We've got computers, guns and ammo, tents, stoves, lanterns? What about that tool I see for sale once in awhile for the car. It cuts seatbelts, breaks windows, and I think also a light and flare? One thing I try to do is keep digital copies of everything in a different place such as work, storage, kids house, etc...
I have not done this but a list taped inside a cupboard door with items and their locations, I think that would help. Power went out last week for over a day, I was suprised at my small supply of flashlights and candles.
 
Riverwolf said:
This bag is getting really heavy. Do we plan to keep it by the front door? We've got computers, guns and ammo, tents, stoves, lanterns? What about that tool I see for sale once in awhile for the car. It cuts seatbelts, breaks windows, and I think also a light and flare? One thing I try to do is keep digital copies of everything in a different place such as work, storage, kids house, etc...
I have not done this but a list taped inside a cupboard door with items and their locations, I think that would help. Power went out last week for over a day, I was suprised at my small supply of flashlights and candles.
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Haha, well I have a netbook and a portable hard dirve so I'm going light. I"m pretty sure I don't need firearms, not that I've got any.
That tool sounds awesome. :)
 
I get nervous when it starts to storm so I start throwing things in a backpack at the first sight of lightening. I don't keep it packed all the time but I think I might go ahead and get two of everything to keep in the car. When I start packing my bag I always grab:
:Home movies/pictures
:Laptop/phone/Chargers
:My sons baby book (lol I know..)
:My wallet
:External hard-drive with all my documents/pics
:Camera/camcorder bags
:Bible
:My Glock 19, just in case

Never thought to get food so I might make another bag for the trunk with non-perishables, baby wipes, a change of clothes for my son, husband and I and a portable radio/batteries.
 
Lighter / matches?

Okay, I know we all have different outlooks at what is important, but I will take toilet paper and a tooth brush. Always.
 
  • Enough food and water to last for 72 hours. This includes:
    • Water for washing, drinking and cooking. Canada recommends 2 litres per person per day for drinking plus an additional 2 litres per person per day for cleaning and hygiene.<SUP class=reference id=cite_ref-12>[13]</SUP> New Zealand recommends 3 litres per person per day for drinking<SUP class=reference id=cite_ref-13>[14]</SUP> US recommends 1 gallon (3.78 litres) per person per day.<SUP class=reference id=cite_ref-14>[15]</SUP>
    • Non-perishable food<SUP class=reference id=cite_ref-15>[16]</SUP>
    • water purification supplies
    • Cooking supplies<SUP class=reference id=cite_ref-16>[17]</SUP>
  • A first aid kit<SUP class=reference id=cite_ref-17>[18]</SUP>
  • Fire starting tool (e.g., matches, ferrocerium rod, lighter, etc.)
  • A disaster plan including location of emergency centers, rallying points, possible evacuation routes etc
  • Professional emergency literature explaining what to do in various types of disaster, studied and understood before the actual disaster but kept for reference
  • Maps and travel information<SUP class=reference id=cite_ref-18>[19]</SUP>
  • Standard camping equipment, including sanitation supplies<SUP class=reference id=cite_ref-19>[20]</SUP>
  • Weather appropriate clothing (e.g., poncho, headwear, gloves, etc.)
  • Bedding items such as sleeping bags and blankets<SUP class=reference id=cite_ref-20>[21]</SUP>
  • Enough medicine to last an extended evacuation period
  • Medical records
  • Pet, child, and elderly care needs<SUP class=reference id=cite_ref-21>[22]</SUP>
  • Battery or crank operated Radio.<SUP class=reference id=cite_ref-22>[23]</SUP>
  • Lighting (battery or crank operated flashlight, glow sticks).<SUP class=reference id=cite_ref-23>[24]</SUP>
  • Firearms and appropriate ammunition
  • Cash and change, as electronic banking transactions may not be available during the initial period following an emergency or evacuation
  • Positive Identification, such as drivers license, state I.D. card, or social security card
  • Fixed-blade and folding knife
  • Duct Tape and rope/para-cord
  • Plastic tarps for shelter and water collection
  • Slingshot, pellet gun, blowgun or other small game hunting equipment
  • Wire for binding and animal traps
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Bug-out bag - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

I'll post a pic of mine tonight if I get a chance.
 
I feel so much better knowing it is there.

I was thinking about this in terms of Murphys law.
If we all washed our cars and hung our washing on the line and watered the garden.
It would rain.

If we all make disaster kits in preparation.. it wont happen.

JK :)
 
i think i will post a pic of my truck tool box and then decide what to place in it. water? i am in the guard i can get all the water i need and i work for the county seat and get water there too.
 
Chris said:
I bought that app the other day am yet to use it is it good?

Rope! what a good idea I am putting some in mine now.
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If you're going to do it, do it right. That's 1800lb gorilla rope. ;)

Tapatalk is excellent!


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jasoncran said:
i think i will post a pic of my truck tool box and then decide what to place in it. water? i am in the guard i can get all the water i need and i work for the county seat and get water there too.
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Water is a great idea. I would put the stuff in a bag you can grab and go.


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