What to put in your Survival Bag (part 2- Earthquake Preparedness)

No one wants to prepare this kind of bag because it means it is really happening, but we need to be strong and be prepared.

As promised, I’ve listed the things needed to put in your Survival bag. This information came from Red Cross Ph itself and I just added a little bit which I think is necessary for a disaster.

Things needed: (at least 3- 5 days consumption)

Basic Necessity:

1. Water- for drinking & washing

2. Food- canned goods (preferably easy to open), crackers, granola bars

Emergency tools/ gear:

1. Plastic laminated id cards -(indicate your name, birthday, address, contact number, conditions, allergies, medication, blood type, height, weight, and contact details of who to call in case of emergency)

2. Emergency numbers to call (Red cross, fire dept, etc and contact numbers of family members)

3. Flashlight with glow stick and/ Emergency light

4. Batteries (if rechargeable batteries, make sure to charge it from time to time)

5. Multi- purpose knife

6. AM Radio Transistor (ace hardware/ maybe electronics boutique)

7. Plastic sheeting/ garbage bag (for floor mats, cover items)

8. Mask (preferrable N95)

9. Goggles (not necessary; to protect your eyes from the dust)

10. Heating Blankets

11. Ropes (avoid nylon)

12. Sleeping bag

13. Boots/ emergency shoes

14. Bandana/ scarf

LifeGear Flashlight + Glow Stick + Whistle Bought it before long time ago in Wilcon, Alabang (I hope they still have it!)

Personal & hygiene kit:

1. Extra clothing (preferably long comforting pants and t-shirt)

2. Undergarments

3. Antibacterial soap

4. Toothbrush & toothpaste/ Gargle

5. Hand Towels (super absorbent)

6. Alcohol

7. Tissue

8. Wet wipes

9. Sanitary napkin

Important Documents (photocopy & save in USB) & Money

1. Keep these in a plastic envelope

2. Money should be in the form of cash & loose change

3. List of Important Information (SSS, TIN, Drivers’ license, Passport Number, Bank Acct. details, Insurance Policy, etc.)

4. Important legal documents: Birth certificate, marriage contract, land titles, insurance cert., etc.

5. Other important documents: Vaccination records, medical records, etc.

Special Needs: (Of elderly, children, infant or sick member of the family)

1. Emergency medication (Ibuprofen, anti- diarrheal, for cough and colds, children’s medication, etc.)

2. Prescription medication

3. Children’s food

*FIRST AID KIT & EMERGENCY MEDICINES

Medicines:

1. Vitamins

2. Hydrite (like Gatorade in sachet to be mix with water)

3. Biogesic/ Advil

4. Diatabs

5. Amoxicillin (antibiotic)

6. Bioflu

7. Kremil- s (antacid)

8. Sinutub (for colds)

9. Ascoff (for cough)

10. Bactroban ointment

11. Calmoseptine (can be used to treat minor cuts, scrapes & also burns)

*make sure that you don’t have any allergies on the medicines stated above. If so, kindly ask your doctor.*

FIRST AID KIT (Standard):

1Adhesive Strips (Pk50) 1 Hypo – Allergenic medical tape 1.25cm x 9.1m 1 Conforming Bandage 5cm 1 Triangular Bandage 110cm x 110cm 1 Wound Dressing No. 15 2 Swabs Antiseptic 1 Tweezers metal 8cm 1 Scissors disposable 1 Safety pins – assorted (pk12) 1 Plastic Bags – resealable – 100 X 180 mm 1 Plastic Bags – resealable – 150 x 230 mm 2 Gloves – disposable 1 First Aid Quick Reference Guide

Reminders:

1. It’s highly recommended to use backpacks with good supporting shoulder straps and that are sturdy.

2. If possible, wear comfortable long clothes and comfortable rubber shoes. (In case you need to run)

3. Always keep your emergency bag handy at all times. (at home and in your car)

4. Always bring a whistle and a flashlight (like LifeGear- very lightweight & easy to carry)

5. Always update your emergency bag to avoid expired medicines & food (charge batteries/ change, charge emergency light, update new medicines, canned goods & water)

Don’t forget to keep alert at all times and always be prepared!

xoxo,

Mommy Camille