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« on: July 21, 2007, 03:22:02 PM »

Other Things to Prepare for a Survival Situation

 
Some miscellaneous supplies that you shouldn’t forget to include in your preparations for a survival situation.
Medical: First aid kit, Aspirin, Paracetamol or Ibuprofen, special medications if needed and a first aid manual.

Hygiene: Pre-moistened towelettes, all-purpose liquid soap, tooth brushes and paste, disposable razors, feminine hygiene items, latex gloves, disinfectant.

Toilet/sanitation facilities: You should include chemical toilet facilities in your safe room. Even if the room already has a toilet, there's always the risk that the water supply will be interrupted or contaminated. Don't forget to store toilet tissue rolls. For more information on this, see the page Preparing a 'safe room' at home.

Clothing: At least one complete change of clothing for each member of the family.

Baby needs: Baby formula and plastic bottles, disposable diapers, pre-moistened wet wipes, baby blanket, two or three complete change of baby clothes.

Recreation : Toys for the children, playing cards, pens and paper, books, games,...