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Another name for this kit is an "Evacuation" kit.
A "Grab & Go" kit is a smaller, more mobile version of the
"At Home" kit.
Each household member should have a customized
Grab & Go kit.
Kits should be lightweight, readily accessible even in the
dark, and ready to go at any time in case you must leave
home quickly.
Backpack or small wheeled bags are good choices for
Grab & Go kits. Put an ID tag on each one.
Pets will need Grab & Go kits, too, with food, medications,
favorite toys, litter, medications, etc. Pet carriers should also
be readily accessible.
If you must evacuate, your destination will probably be a
friend's or relative's home, or a shelter. Food, water, bedding
and basic toiletries are likely to be available there, but you
will still need to bring personal items.
Print out the following checklist and take it with you
when you shop.
Suggested CHECKLIST for your Grab & Go Kit
❑ A copy of your Family Emergency Plan
❑ Keys to house and vehicles
❑ Bottled water, juice boxes.
❑ Cereal bars, energy bars, granola bars, trail mix, small packages of
other snacks like dried fruits and nuts.
❑ Yogurt cups or other food that will last an hour or two without
refrigeration. Baby food and formula.
❑ Tools & utensils for the food and drinks you pack, like scissors to open
packages, spoon or fork, small paper cups, etc.
❑ Hand sanitizer or disinfectant wipes
❑ Medications (prescription and non-prescription), glasses, hearing aids,
other special items
❑ Toiletries and personal items, like toothbrushes & toothpaste, combs &
brushes, sanitary supplies, sunscreen, insect repellent, bottles, diapers
& lotions for infants, etc.
❑ Watch or battery -operated travel clock
❑ Cell phone & charger
❑ Flashlight & extra batteries
❑ AM/FM radio —battery -powered or hand -crank. Extra batteries.
❑ Change of clothing; several changes of underwear
❑ Cash or travelers checks and coins
❑ Copies of important documents (see list in "At Home" kit)
❑ Wheelchair, walker, stroller or other special needs items
❑ First aid kit
❑ Sewing kit
❑ Pet needs
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