MPERT: What’s in Your “Go Bag”?

Written By Toni Bird

A “Go” bag is for emergency supplies to ensure you have ready the bare necessities that you can easily carry during an emergency evacuation. It should contain necessities for you, your family, and pets. Make sure you store the bag where you can easily access it, even if your house is damaged, such as near the front door or in an accessory storage unit. Store the bag in a dry place, and contained in a backpack, rolling suitcase, or other easy to carry container.  

Important items to include:

  • First-aid kit 

  •  Prescription medications

  • Unique medical equipment (and basic instructions)

  • Copies of important documents like prescriptions, insurance papers, Social Security cards and birth certificates

  • Cash

  • Flashlights (and/or battery-powered lantern) with extra batteries

  • Device chargers

  • Warm clothing like hat, gloves, jackets; blankets; and hand warmers

  • Small amount of non-perishable food and water (must refresh regularly)

  • Pet supplies

  • Personal protection equipment (PPE) like N95 masks, sturdy shoes, antibacterial wipes, hand sanitizer mosquito repellent or sunscreen

  • Portable radio and batteries

Do you have other items in your Go Bag? Send your suggestions to: MPERT.info@gmail.com 

Toni Bird
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