What should be in your emergency survival kit
Click here to see what the Red Cross suggests you keep in your emergency kit.
Water
Credit: AP
The Red Cross recommends that an emergency preparedness kit contain one gallon of water per person per day, with a three-day supply if you plan to evacuate your location and a two-week supply if you intend to stay home.
Non-perishable food
Credit: AP
An emergency kit should also have non-perishable, easy-to-make food. You'll want a three-day supply in the event of an evacuation and a two-week supply if you plan to stay home, according to the Red Cross.
Extra set of clothes
Credit: Getty Images / iStockphoto / vtmila
The Red Cross recommends packing at least an extra set of clothes, a hat, and sturdy shoes in your emergency kit.
Non-electric can opener
You should have a non-electric can opener to go along with your canned food supply, according to the Nassau County executive's office.
Flashlight
Credit: MCT
Keep a flashlight in your emergency kit in case the power goes out.
Cell phone charger
Credit: Jackery
Keeping your phones and devices charged for emergency broadcasts and communications is essential. Having an extra charger and a portable power source like this external battery from Jackery can help.
First aid kit
Credit: AP
Have first aid kits for both humans and pets handy in case someone gets hurt during an emergency situation.
Radio
Credit: AP
Make sure to have a battery-powered or hand-crank radio in your emergency kit. The Red Cross recommends a NOAA weather radio, if possible.
Batteries
Credit: AP
Place extra batteries in your kit, but make sure they're the right size to work with the battery-powered devices you'll need.
Fire extinguisher
Credit: firstalert.com / Obscura
Keep a fire extinguisher handy in case of emergency, the Nassau County executive's office says.
Emergency heating equipment
Credit: Caroline Linton
Include emergency heating equipment, such as a space heater, in your kit to stay warm, the Nassau County executive's office says.
Medication
Credit: iStock
The Red Cross suggests that those who take medications have a seven-day supply available in their kit.
Cash
Credit: iStock
Keep extra cash on hand in case you can't use credit or debit cards.
Blankets
Credit: Fotolia
The Red Cross also recommends keeping blankets in your emergency kit.
Baby supplies
Credit: AP
If you have young children, have extra supplies for them, including bottles, formula, baby food, diapers and clothes.
Pet provisions
Credit: Handout
If you have a pet, don't forget to pack provisions for it in your emergency kit. The Red Cross recommends having a collar, leash, ID, food, carrier, a bowl and water on hand.
