In the event of a serious disaster, you could be away from the comforts of home for an extended period.
The CVRD has recommendations of what to put in a "grab 'n go kit" that you can keep near you at all times.
Bottled water
Flashlight/radio
Nutritious foods (dried fruits, granola bars, nuts or beef jerky)
Whistle
Personal medications
Emergency blanket and garbage bags
Personal toiletries
Extra pair of eye glasses
Dust masks and gloves
Extra money, coins, phone cards
Family photos (recent)
Book and/or game
Personal papers (copies of insurance, emergency contacts, prescriptions and identification) The CVRD also recommends items you can stow in your car to have on hand should you encounter a serious emergency situation like an earthquake.
Bottled water
First aid kit and manual
Nutritious foods (dried fruits, granola bars, nuts or beef jerky)
Fire extinguisher
Comfortable, sturdy walking shoes
Flashlight (extra batteries)
Warm blanket
Flares, candles with matches and jar
Heavy-duty work gloves (leather)
Ziploc bags, toilet tissue
Dust masks and gloves
Hardhat
Change of clothing
Large, sturdy backpack
Road map and compass
Deck of cards, good book
Shovel and sand, kitty litter or other traction aids
Ice scraper and brush
Duct tape and garbage bags
Booster cables For more emergency preparedness information go to www.cvrd.bc.ca