Things to purchase or collect:

• 3 gallons of water per person
• 2 large jars of peanut butter per person
• 2 large cans of juice per person
• 4 cans of protein (e.g. meat or beans) per person
• Hand-operated can opener
• Diapers, baby food, and bottles, if applicable

• Decide where to store your emergency supply kit and organize/clean any spaces or containers.

Things to purchase or collect:

• Hammer, screwdriver, wrench and crowbar
• Rope, duct tape, plumber's tape, cords
• 2 crank or battery-powered flashlights

Things to do:

• Check your home for hazards; secure loose and heavy objects (e.g. TVs, shelves) or anything that may tip over during an earthquake.
• Locate gas and water shutoffs and your electrical panel. Make sure you know how to shut off all utilities, attach any necessary tools.

Things to purchase or collect:

• 3 gallons of water per person
• 4 large cans of vegetables per person
• 4 cans of protein (e.g. meat or beans) per person
• Personal hygiene products

Things to do:

• Make a family emergency plan that includes how you will communicate, where you will met, and who your emergency contacts are (preferably family or friends who live outside your area). 

Things to purchase or collect:

• 3 gallons of water per person
• 2 cans of fruit per person
• 4 cans of vegetables per person
• 4 cans of protein (e.g. meat or beans) per person
• 6 rolls of toilet paper
• Toothbrush, toothpaste and/or denture care
• Any specialty foods (diabetic, etc.)

• Record or photograph the contents of your home for insurance purposes. Store it in the cloud or send copies  to a family member or friend out of state.

Things to purchase or collect:

• Aspirin or acetaminophen
• Hot and cold compresses
• Bandages, gauze and first-aid tape
• Hand and dish soap, hand sanitizer, etc.

Things to do:

• Check with your child's school about their emergency and disaster plans, including parent-child reunification. 

Things to purchase or collect:

• 4 gallons of water per person
• 6 cans of ready-to-eat soup per person
• 2 cans of fruit per person
• 2 cans of vegetables per person

Things to do:

• Have a home fire drill.
• Take family pictures to put in your emergency kit.

Things to purchase or collect:

• Scissors, tweezers, sewing kit
• Thermometer
• Medical device batteries (e.g. hearing aids)
• Additional supply of medications, including prescriptions (1-3 months)

• Put shoes and a flashlight under your bed so they are on-hand during an emergency.

Things to purchase or collect:

• Water purification (e.g. tablets, filters, bleach)
• Heavy-duty garbage bags
• Waterproof container for vital documents
• Portable radio with batteries

• As applicable, store a spare set of glasses or contacts and saline solution; make a copy of any prescriptions.

Things to purchase or collect:

• 3 large cans of juice per person
• 4 boxes of energy bars/snacks
• Plastic food bags and aluminum foil
• 3 rolls of paper towels
• Paper plates, cups and utensils

• Back up or copy important computer files, photographs, documents, etc. Store them in the cloud or send a copy to a family member or friend out of state. 

Things to purchase or collect:

• Diarrhea medicine, allergy medications
• Vitamins
• Latex gloves
• Rubbing alcohol

• Speak to neighbors to find out who may need help during an emergency, such as the elderly or disabled. 
• Discuss who can help your children if an emergency occurs when you are not home.
• Include extra clothes in your emergency kit.

Things to purchase or collect:

• Fire extinguisher
• Pliers and work gloves
• Extra batteries for flashlights and radio
• Extra nails and screws
• Emergency blankets, rain protection

• Include cash in the kit as you are able (avoid large bills).

Things to purchase or collect:

• Dry cereal and crackers
• Quick snacks (e.g. raisins)
• Assorted plastic storage containers with lids
• Instant coffee, tea, drinks, etc.

• Have an earthquake or severe weather drill at home.