General Emergency Disaster Preparedness Kit
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Water & Hydration
Essential Items
- ☐Store at least 3 gallons of water per person for 3 days
- ☐Use water purification methods for uncertain water sources
- ☐Have multiple options for water storage and purification
Tips
- • Hawaii's tropical climate increases the need for adequate hydration during emergencies
- • Water sources may be compromised during natural disasters like hurricanes or volcanic activity
- • Store water in a cool, dark place to preserve quality
Recommended Products
Reliance Aqua-Tainer Water Container
This 7-gallon water container with spigot allows safe, accessible water storage at home, essential for ensuring a sufficient water supply during disruptions.
LifeStraw Personal Water Filter
Removes bacteria and parasites from natural water sources, crucial if stored water runs out or for use outdoors in Hawaii’s varied terrain during evacuation.
Food & Nutrition
Essential Items
- ☐Store non-perishable meals with long shelf life
- ☐Ensure enough calories for 2 adults for at least 3 days
- ☐Include easy-to-prepare meals
Tips
- • Freeze-dried meals are ideal for Hawaii due to high humidity and potential power outages
- • Ensure meals require minimal water for preparation when possible
- • Consider calorie-dense food to support energy needs
Recommended Products
Mountain House Beef Stroganoff Freeze Dried Meal
Ready-to-eat with a 30-year shelf life, perfect for maintaining nutrition and morale during extended emergencies in Hawaii’s humid climate.
First Aid & Medical Supplies
Essential Items
- ☐Have a comprehensive, easily accessible first aid kit
- ☐Include cold compress for injuries
- ☐Ensure supplies can treat minor injuries and common ailments
Tips
- • Natural disasters in Hawaii can cause injuries requiring immediate first aid
- • Store kits in a waterproof container to protect from humidity
- • Regularly check and replace expired items
Recommended Products
Johnson & Johnson All-Purpose First Aid Kit
A 140-piece kit covering common injuries with proven reliability, essential for family safety during general emergencies in Hawaii.
Emergency Tools & Equipment
Essential Items
- ☐Have tools to aid water purification and meal preparation
- ☐Include equipment suitable for housing and outdoor emergencies
- ☐Store easy-to-use functional items
Tips
- • Essential to have manual tools that do not require power due to frequent outages
- • Hawaii’s environment demands versatile equipment adaptable to floods or evacuations
- • Keep tools organized and accessible
Communication & Information
Essential Items
- ☐Access weather updates and emergency alerts
- ☐Use radios that do not rely solely on batteries
- ☐Keep devices handy during evacuation
Tips
- • Hand crank radios ensure communication in power outages and remote locations common in Hawaii
- • Weather alerts are crucial due to hurricane risks and volcanic activity
- • Keep radios protected from moisture and stored with extra batteries
Recommended Products
Eton FRX3+ Hand Crank NOAA AM/FM Weather Radio
Provides reliable emergency weather updates and requires no batteries, ideal for Hawaii’s frequent natural emergencies.
Lighting & Power
Essential Items
- ☐Keep portable chargers for essential devices
- ☐Avoid dependence on grid power
- ☐Use portable solutions for mobility
Tips
- • Power outages are common in storms and volcanic events in Hawaii
- • Portable power banks ensure communication devices stay charged
- • Store chargers in waterproof bags to protect from humidity
Clothing & Personal Care
Essential Items
- ☐Maintain hygiene in limited water situations
- ☐Use flushable wipes for cleaning
- ☐Manage sanitation if plumbing is compromised
Tips
- • Flushable wipes are convenient for personal hygiene when water conservation is needed in tropical conditions
- • Portable toilets provide sanitation in case of sewage issues post-disaster
- • Keep personal care items stored in waterproof containers
Recommended Products
Cottonelle FreshCare Flushable Wipes
Provides effective personal hygiene without relying on running water, vital during disruptions caused by hurricanes or floods in Hawaii.
Important Documents & Cash
Essential Items
- ☐Store passports, IDs, insurance, and medical documents in waterproof bags
- ☐Keep some cash in small bills
- ☐Make digital copies stored securely
Tips
- • Disaster situations may render electronic banking inaccessible
- • Physical important documents aid in recovery and accessing aid
- • Keep documents and cash organized and easily portable in case of evacuation
Important Tips & Reminders
- •Regularly review and update your emergency kit every 6 months
- •Customize your kit to include any personal medications or specific needs even if not specified here
- •Maintain a list of emergency contacts and local emergency resources
- •Plan evacuation routes considering Hawaii’s unique geography and potential hazards