What should I have in my home emergency kit?
By Bob Millaway, South Jersey Community Expert & REALTOR®
Include a first aid kit, flashlights with extra batteries, a battery-powered radio, bottled water (one gallon per person per day for three days), non-perishable food, a manual can opener, blankets, a fire extinguisher, a wrench for shutting off utilities, important documents in a waterproof container, and phone chargers.
Why It Matters
During a power outage or natural disaster, stores may be closed and help may be delayed. A well-stocked emergency kit keeps your family safe until normal operations resume.
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