I have water, bread and candles.  I have some shopping to do. 

 

RED CROSS
“Be prepared to take care of yourself and your family for at least 72 hours in an emergency,” Mike Morton, the Canadian Red Cross director of disaster management in Ontario, said in a release.

“By taking some time now to store emergency food, water and other supplies, you can provide for your entire family during a power outage or evacuation.”

Among items to consider for an emergency kit are:

    • Four litres of water per person for each day of a 72-hour period (two litres for drinking, and two litres for washing)
    • Enough non-perishable or canned food for each person for 72 hours, as well as enough food for pets
    • A manual can opener
    • A crank or battery-operated flashlight, with extra batteries
    • A crank or battery-operated radio, with extra batteries
    • Spare keys for the house and car
    • A first aid kit
    • Cash in small bills, in case power outages restrict the use of bank machines
    • Other special needs items such as medications, baby formula, diapers and equipment for people with disabilities

The Canadian Red Cross recommends keeping the supplies in easy-to-carry containers, such as rolling suitcases, so they can be easily transported in the event of an evacuation.