An emergency grab bag holds vital information and items that may be useful in an emergency. The bag should be small enough to carry and be stored in a safe and secure place and all family members should know where to find it.

The bag should be maintained and checked regularly.
Suggested Contents of an Emergency Grab Bag

• Details of regular prescription items for your family
• Useful telephone numbers e.g. friends, family, insurance, doctors, utilities, etc.
• Mobile phone and charger
• Important documents e.g. passport, birth certificates, insurance, etc.
• Toiletries
• First aid kit
• Bottles of water
• Wind up or battery powered radio and spare batteries
• Torch and spare batteries
• Notebook and pen
• Essential keys e.g. house, car, etc.
• Special items e.g. glasses / contact lenses, items for babies / children / elderly / disabled
• Cash, debit / credit cards

Please use this link to view a copy of the Guide to developing a Family Emergency Plan.

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