How to Make an Earthquake Survial Kit

Do you have an earthquake survival kit? When an earthquake hits you want to be prepared to deal with the aftermath. If you have an earthquake survival kit already put together you will be better able to handle the challenges that result from an earthquake.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

1. The first thing you need to add to your earthquake survival kit is an up to date first aid kit which has bandages, gauze, tape, band-aids, antiseptic wipes, tweezers, thermometer, and a first aid manual.

2. Next, an earthquake preparedness kit is not complete without water. If an earthquake hits the electricity, water, and gas may have to be turned off and you may not be able to get to a store right away. Plan for a three day supply of water, including one gallon of water per person and change your water supply every six months.

3. In order to be prepared for an earthquake you need to have a supply of canned foods, peanut butter, snack bars, and anything that keeps well in your earthquake survival kit. Keep this in your earthquake survival kit, away from food that is eaten on a daily basis. Keep a non-electric can opener with your food supply. If you have pets make sure you have a supply of food for them as well.

4. If you or anyone in your family takes medication, you will need an extra supply that is kept for emergencies, such as an earthquake, as you may not be able to get to a pharmacy right away. Also, keep an extra amount of cash that can be used for emergencies. Put these items in a separate container that will go in your earthquake survival kit.

5. If the electricity is not working after an earthquake hits, you will need flashlights, candles, a lighter, extra blankets and warm clothing set aside in your earthquake survival kit. Have a radio with batteries so that you can keep up on local news. Brookstone carries a ReadyLight Flashlight Radio with Weatherband. It never needs batteries as it can either be solar powered or handcranked. You don't want to worry about old batteries not working, so a device like this is worth buying. Have work gloves and a small tool kit available.

6. When an earthquake happens there is bound to be broken glass on the floor. Keep an extra pair of shoes near your bed so that you don't want around with bare feet.

7. Some stores sell ready-made earthquake preparedness kits and emergency packs. Consider buying an emergency pack to keep in your car trunk.