{"id":3671,"date":"2024-10-08T15:43:30","date_gmt":"2024-10-08T15:43:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mannville.com\/?page_id=3671"},"modified":"2024-10-08T15:43:30","modified_gmt":"2024-10-08T15:43:30","slug":"1-1-2-build-an-emergency-kit","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/mannville.com\/?page_id=3671","title":{"rendered":"1.1.2 Build an Emergency Kit"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull has-custom-content-position is-position-top-left\" style=\"margin-top:0;padding-top:5vw;padding-right:5vw;padding-bottom:5vw;padding-left:5vw;min-height:303px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-80 has-background-dim\" style=\"background-color:#141414\"><\/span><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"950\" height=\"505\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-3665\" alt=\"\" src=\"http:\/\/mannville.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/disaster_supply_kit.jpg\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mannville.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/disaster_supply_kit.jpg 950w, https:\/\/mannville.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/disaster_supply_kit-300x159.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mannville.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/disaster_supply_kit-768x408.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 950px) 100vw, 950px\" \/><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group wp-container-content-9cfa9a5a is-vertical is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-2890af74 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left has-white-color has-text-color has-source-serif-pro-font-family\" style=\"font-size:clamp(42.901px, 2.681rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 2.384), 82px);font-style:italic;font-weight:900;letter-spacing:-4px;line-height:0.8;text-transform:none\">Build an Emergency Kit<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You should be prepared to take care of yourself and those in your household &#8211; including pets &#8211; for at least 72 hours. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Build an emergency kit in advance so you can grab it at a moment&#8217;s notice, whether you need to evacuate or shelter in place. You should check your kit each season to make sure your supplies are fresh and address your current needs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:68px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Why should you have an emergency kit?\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/DLfrQbFakjo?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Printable Resources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/open.alberta.ca\/dataset\/99a529d9-fed4-49b0-a474-f6c22bd546bb\/resource\/8c6ae604-b6d3-4417-8939-4e6a85a294d8\/download\/ma-emergency-kit-checklist-2021-02.pdf\">Emergency kit checklist<\/a>;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/open.alberta.ca\/dataset\/c643d1b8-e23f-4a6e-86ef-a839184b22b5\/resource\/15aa4f95-906f-4309-a1ba-21fb09fe9e43\/download\/ma-emergency-kit-checklist-for-your-pets-2021-01.pdf\">Emergency kit checklist for your pets<\/a>;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/open.alberta.ca\/dataset\/68800072-745c-44d0-9a41-38235c170b4e\/resource\/1bb58421-3cff-4ffc-987a-7f5a73b91035\/download\/ma-emergency-kit-checklist-for-your-vehicles-2021-04.pdf\">Vehicle emergency kit checklist<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:55px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Emergency Kit Checklist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"What goes in your emergency kit?\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/5yk3dsC2Fkc?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Tip: store all documents in a protective, sealable bag, and store all items in a waterproof container. <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Water: at least four litres per person per day. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Food that wont spoil such as canned food, pasta, energy bars, and dried food:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If packing canned food, make sure to pack a manual can opener.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Medical supplies such as over-the-counter and prescription medications, back-up pair of glasses or extra contact lenses and solution and essential medical equipment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Important documents such as identification, birth certificates, health care cards, passports, prescription medication records, insurance policy, and banking information. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>First aid kit with bandages, protective gloves and other supplies. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Change of clothing and shoes for each household member (seasonally appropriate).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Toiletries and personal hygiene items. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mobile phone charge(s). <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Activities such as books, puzzles, cards and small toys. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sleeping bag or warm blanket for each household member. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sanitation supplies such as wipes, masks, gloves, trash bags, hand sanitizer and toilet paper.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wind-up or battery-powered flashlight with extra batteries. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wind-up or battery-powered radio with extra batteries. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>cash, if possible.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Emergency plan and contact list.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Candles and matches or lighter. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Basic tools<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Seasonal items such as sunscreen, bug sprat and hats in the spring and summer, and warm-weather gear in the fall and winter. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:64px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Considerations for Pregnant or breastfeeding individuals&#8230;. <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>prenatal vitamins, ointments and medications for parent and child;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Breastfeeding aids such as a breast pump and nursing bra;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Formula and bottles;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Extra water bottles;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Diapers, wipes and extra clothes; <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:69px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Considerations for pets&#8230; <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Preparedness is different for every pet. The below list includes basic supplies; adapt the list to meet the needs of your pet(s).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Pet license;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Collar, harness, leash and muzzle;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Important documents such as identification records, vaccination records, insurance information, and prescription medication information;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Photo of you and your pet together to prove ownership; <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pet carrier or crate;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supply of food and water with bowls; <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Waste bags; <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Blankets, towels, and toys. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Tip: store your pet items in the carrier or crate to make it easy to find and grab. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:53px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Considerations for farm animals and livestock&#8230; <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Supply of feed and water that does not require power; <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Important documents such as identification records, proof of ownership and sale records and list of prescription medication information; <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Handling equipment such as ropes, cages, halters, and fence cutters. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:69px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Vehicle emergency kit checklist&#8230; <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Water; <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Food that won&#8217;t spoil such as canned food, pasta, energy bars and dried food:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If packing canned food, make sure to pack a manual can opener;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Medical supplies such as over-the-counter and prescription medications and essential medical equipment;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>First aid kit with bandages, protective gloves and other supplies; <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Seatbelt cutter;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mobile phone charger(s); <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Extra clothing and shoes (seasonally appropriate); <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sleeping bag or warm blankets; <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Candle in a deep can and matches for light and heat; <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Small shovel, scraper, and snowbrush; <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Warning light or road flares; <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wind-up or battery-powered flashlight with extra batteries; <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wind-up or battery-powered radio with extra batteries; <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Whistle; <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Activities such as books, puzzles, cards, and small toys; <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sanitation supplies such as wipes, masks, gloves, trash bags, hand sanitizer, and toilet paper; <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Basic tools including jumper cables and tow ropes; <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Seasonal items such as sunscreen, bug spray, and hats in the spring and summer and warm-weather gear in fall and winter; <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Antifreeze and windshield washer fluid; <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sand, salt or cat litter (non-clumping); <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Emergency plan and contact list. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You should be prepared to take care of yourself and those in your household &#8211; including pets &#8211; for at least 72 hours. Build an emergency kit in advance so you can grab it at a moment&#8217;s notice, whether you need to evacuate or shelter in place. 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