What should I have in my disaster emergency kit stored out side my house?

Question

Since FIMA is estimating that the next big disaster will be a more then 7.0 earthquake in CA.

Just a reminder that on Aug 2001 they have predicted 3 disaster scenarios:
First: terror attack on NYC
Second: a 5.0 category hurricane in New Orleans
Third: a more then 7.0 earthquake in California

We are down to the third one……

Answer 1

it's probably not a bad idea to stock up on the following: flashlight, battery powered radio (and batteries), non-perishable food (i.e. canned food and juices), non-electric can opener, bottled water, medications (both non-prescription and prescription if taking any regularly), first aid kit, paper plates, cups, and plastic utensils, toothbrushes, toothpaste, comb, brush, contact lens supplies, and feminine hygiene supplies, plastic garbage bags and ties, change of clothes and shoes, and an extra pair of prescription glasses if needed.


the red cross offers a checklist for an emergency kit, the link is below.

Answer 2

Go to San Francisco's official emergency disaster website. It has a list of items for your emergency supply kit and go-bag.