I have included a basic survival kit list in pdf format and a more detailed survival kit list so that you will be able to survive for a number of days. The basic list will last for around three days and the more detailed list will give you more comfort and help you and your family survive longer. We don't know when a disaster will strike and it is good to have some survival kit ideas for disaster and emergency situations. I hope that you find this information helpful.

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Survival Kit List
Enda McLarnon
I have put together a survival kit list which I hope
you find useful. The importance of being ready
for a disaster can not be stressed enough. The
list is not a complicated one but the bottom line
is that if some type of disaster hits, then most
likely you will not have time to put this together.
As the old boy scout's motto says, BE
PREPARED.
If an emergency situation should happen then
the reality could well be that you have to
somehow survive on your own until the
emergency services kick into action, or some form of aid relief is provided. There is just no way
of determining when this will be and could be as short as a few hours but potentially many days.
Build Your Own Survival Kit Now
This is one of those things that people generally just put off doing. I would recommend that
you start quickly and then you will have peace of mind knowing that you and your family can
survive. Plan the list with the basics and plan to be able to survive for three days or 72 hours. It
actually doesn't not take a lot of planning and is very simple to do.
If you consider what could go wrong then it will all start to make sense. For example if a
hurricane hit where you live there is a strong likelihood that you will lose what are termed the
essential services. it would be normal to lose electricity, gas, water, telephones and this is the
best way to start thinking about a kit.
Just consider the simple things for your kit and don't over complicate this. Your number one
priority is water, then food and some form of first aid supplies. After that you need to consider
what form of communications you may have and how long batteries etc will work for. You
should also consider your hygiene requirements as sewage systems tend to fail especially with
earthquakes.
Basic Survival Kit List
Water - One person needs 8 pints per day so make sure you have enough stored and
easy to access
Food - Make sure you have non-perishable food
Battery Operated Radio - To be able to listen to the news (Extra batteries)
First Aid - A good quality first aid kit in case of injuries
Whistle - To attract attention (Flares would also be useful)
Face Masks - In case there is dust or harmful air contaminants
Wipes - For keeping clean and for toilet purposes

2. Tools - Basic tools such as pliers and a wrench to turn off utility supplies
Survival Knife Kit - Get a good quality knife kit
Can Opener - To be able to open cans (Bottle opener also useful)
Maps - (Local area maps in case there are rendezvous points or you need to get to higher
ground)
Cell Phones & chargers - To be able to communicate - solar or hand chargers are best
If you have all of the above read to go in case of a disaster then you know you will be able to
survive for at least three days.
Detailed Survival Kit List
In addition to the above and if you want to be able to survive longer then there are other things
you should consider. The list above is a basic one and will be ok for a few days but the one
below will give you a better chance of covering off everything.
Medicines - Especially prescription medicines that your family needs
Baby Food - If you have young babies plan for this
Pet Food - If you have animals you will also need these
Money - Put some cash away in a waterproof system
Fire Extinguisher - Pack a small one
Sleeping Bags & Blankets - Enough for all the family to keep warm
Pen and Paper - Always a good idea
Matches and Fire Lighters - Vitally important
Compass - For directions
With these on board then you should be able to survive for a much longer time and make life a
little more comfortable for your family.
Here is a link to an excellent family survival course that I have taken and would recommend to
you
Click Here!