Mountain House 72-Hour Kit Checklist

72-Hour Kit Checklist

No one likes thinking about emergencies. Not only do they make us feel apprehensive, but most people’s lives are so busy that we never “get around” to putting together even a 72-hour kit. Some people don’t even know where to start. As part of National Emergency Preparedness Month, we’ve put together a list of things everyone should have at home as part of their 72-hour, earthquake or storm kit.

Peace of Mind

Like the name implies, a 72-hour kit should contain enough supplies to last each person in your family three or more days.

Copies of Important Documents (Birth Certificates, Insurance, Etc.)
Battery Powered AM/FM Radio
3 Gallons Bottled Water Per Person
Water Filter or Purifying Tablets
Medicine Including Painkillers, Prescriptions and Antibiotics
Personal Hygiene Supplies
Compact Camp Stove with Fuel
Gum or Hard Candy
Extra Batteries for Flashlights, Radios and Phones
Reflective Emergency Blankets
First Aid Kit
Heavy-Duty Trash Bags
LED Flashlights
Easy to Prepare Food with a Long Shelf Life
Multi-Tool Knife
Whistle
Waterproof Matches
25-50 Feet of 550 Paracord
$100-$300 Cash in Small Denominations

Downloadable Checklist

We’ve put together a downloadable form for you to print out and keep handy as you prepare your 72-hour or emergency kit. If you would like more information on preparing your family for an emergency, please visit Ready.gov and Redcross.org. Click the button below to download our 72-hour kit checklist.