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Fact Sheet

Survival Basics: Emergency Kits

Oregon State UniversityOregonAdded Sep 21, 2022

In a natural disaster or other emergency, the key to survival is being prepared. Be ready with an emergency kit for your family. Emergency kits contain the basic needs for life: food, water, warmth, first-aid supplies, medications, medical equipment, flashlights and protection from the elements. Learn how to pack your kit with this complete guide.

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Program AreaEDEN FCSEDEN CEDEDEN ANREDEN 4HEDEN
HazardWinter WeatherWindTornadoThunderstormsPower OutageHurricaneHurricaneHeatwaveFloodFire
Topic AreaNaturally Occurring
FocusRisk and Disaster Resilience AssessmentPublic Information and WarningPlanningPhysical Protection MeasuresMass Search and Rescue OperationsHousingHealth and Social ServicesEnvironmental Response/Health and SafetyEnvironmentalEconomic RecoveryCommunity ResilienceAccess Control & Identity Verification