Building a 72 Hour Kit

In most major disasters it takes a minimum of three days for aid agencies to respond to public need. This time can be prolonged depending on the severity of the disaster. For this reason a 72 Hr kit is recommended for everyone to have. There are a few ideas of things we put in our kits.  We try to go through our kits every general conference and snack on the food during that time and replace it.  It is also important to have clothing that fits.

72 Hour Kit Candles Waterproof Matches Magnesium stick/ striker Emergency blanket Potable Aqua 3 chemical light sticks Toilet paper Wet wipes 2 freeze dried meals Oatmeal Fruit rollups Cliff bars/shots Honey shots Granola bars/hard candy Salt/multi spice/oil Sewing kit Floss/toothpaste/toothbrush/soap Pens/paper Books/games EmergenC- energy drink Teabags/Gatorade Wind up radio/flashlight Battery Flashlight First aid kit Poncho Beef jerky Tuna fish Trash bags Fleece vest Wool socks Hat Fleece jacket Bandanna Long sleeve shirt Propane stove Towel Coins Wire ties Convertible pants Scarf Rope Mess kit Boonie hat Cotton balls w/ Vaseline Sheath knife 5 coffee filters Compass Whistle Signal mirror