Published on October 16, 2023
It's important to have the necessary supplies on hand at home and on the go in the case of an emergency, accident or disaster. Learn how to stay prepared and well-equipped with homemade and premade emergency kits.
At home, you can build your own basic disaster supplies kit. Ready.gov is a helpful resource that provides a guide to items you can gather on your own to support yourself and your loved ones with the tools and supplies needed during emergencies, accidents and disaster situations. Check out their emergency supply list here.
If you are in need of an easy disaster kit that is already prepared for a variety of occasions and settings from school to the car, premade emergency supply kits are also available for purchase from various retailers. Visit EmergencyKits.com or Ready America to browse their emergency kit package options.
Preparing for emergencies ahead of time and staying informed helps achieve safer outcomes when disaster strikes. Learn more about Menlo Park's emergency resources here.