The following provisions are recommended as a minimum for the Kit:

1. Map of area showing an agreed meeting spot in case of separation and the nearest safe shelter.
2. Family and emergency contact information.
3. Basic first aid kit.
4. Water and non perishable food (three to seven day supply)
5. Flashlight.
6. Battery powered radio.

What is aid kit?

A first aid kit is a collection of supplies and equipment that is used to give medical treatment.

What’s in survival kit?

Supplies in a survival kit normally include a knife (often a Swiss army knife or a multi-tool), matches, tinder, first aid kit, bandana, fish hooks, sewing kit, and a flashlight.

What should be in a 72 hour kit?

A 72 hour kit should, at bare minimum, include the following items:

• 1 gallon of water per person/per day.
• 3-day supply of non-perishable food.
• Extra clothing/blankets.
• Prescription and non-prescription medicine.
• First-aid kit.
• Battery or crank powered radio.
• Plastic sheet and duct tape (for shelter)

What is in a 72 hour kit?

What to Include in your 72 hour kit

• 1 gallon of water per person/per day.
• 3-day supply of non-perishable food.
• Extra clothing/blankets.
• Prescription and non-prescription medicine.
• First-aid kit.
• Battery or crank powered radio.
• Plastic sheet and duct tape (for shelter)

What are the types of survival kit?

Types of survival kits

• Mini survival kits.
• Emergency kit.
• Lifeboat survival kits.
• Military kits.
• Spacecraft kits.
• Vehicle kits.
• Get me home kit.
• Go-kit.

Are you prepared for a tsunami?

In the event of a tsunami which allows time for official warning, coastal residents should have an emergency plan prepared in advance and be ready to activate it. The tsunami kit is part of the overall family emergency plan and should also be prepared well in advance of a tsunami’s arrival.

How do you identify a tsunami hazard?

Understand the terms that identify a tsunami hazard: advisory, watch and warning. If an earthquake occurs, listen to your radio for Tsunami warnings. If you notice a dramatic recession of costal water from the shoreline you should seek higher ground inland immediately.

What is the costliest tsunami?

The costliest tsunami (part of a combination of disasters) is attributed to the Japanese earthquake and tsunami that occurred on March 11, 2011. The direct cost of the disaster, according to the Japanese government, was roughly $199 billion dollars. The economic cost, however, is estimated to reach $235 billion dollars, according to the World Bank.

What happens when a tsunami advisory is issued?

Tsunami advisory: A tsunami advisory is issued when a tsunami is inevitable or approaching a specific region. If you receive a tsunami advisory alert, you should begin executing your evacuation plans. Tsunami waves can cause tidal surges with enough strength to sweep away cars, boats, and anything along their path.