Earthquake Emergency Kit Checklist
Complete checklist of essential supplies for your earthquake preparedness kit. Be ready for at least 72 hours without assistance.
Water & Food
Store enough supplies for at least 3 days (72 hours) per person.
- •Water: 1 gallon per person per day (3-day minimum)
- •Non-perishable food: canned goods, energy bars, dried fruit
- •Manual can opener
- •Disposable plates, cups, and utensils
First Aid
A comprehensive first aid kit is essential.
- •Adhesive bandages (various sizes)
- •Sterile gauze and adhesive tape
- •Antiseptic wipes and antibiotic ointment
- •Pain relievers (aspirin, ibuprofen)
- •Prescription medications (7-day supply)
- •Tweezers and scissors
Tools & Safety
Tools for shelter, navigation, and communication.
- •Flashlight with extra batteries
- •Battery-powered or hand-crank radio
- •Multi-purpose tool or Swiss army knife
- •Wrench or pliers (to turn off utilities)
- •Whistle (to signal for help)
- •Dust masks and plastic sheeting
- •Fire extinguisher
Documents & Money
Keep copies of important documents in a waterproof container.
- •Copies of identification (passport, driver's license)
- •Insurance policies
- •Bank account records
- •Cash in small denominations
- •Emergency contact information