Is Your Emergency Kit Prepared For An Emergency?

The Department of Homeland Security and Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) recommend that everyone create an emergency supply kit.

But if elementary school was the last time you thought about what you would do if disaster struck, you might be in trouble.

here are 35 ITEMS YOU NEED IN YOUR EMERGENCY KIT

1. Water Setting aside enough water for an emergency is the first thing you should do.  SWIPE UP to read how much you should save in your kit.

2. Food Set aside at least a three-day supply of nonperishable food.

3. Battery-powered or hand-crank radio A hand-crank or battery-powered radio, however, will allow you to tune into official broadcasts with crucial updates.

4. Flashlight If the power goes out for an extended period of time, you’ll need a flashlight to navigate your home and the outside world.

5. Whistle In a disaster or emergency, you might need to signal for help.

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