WHAT DO YOU PACK IN AN EMERGENCY?

A go bag is a packed emergency kit designed to help you evacuate quickly and safely if a disaster threatens your home or community. It contains essential items you may need for at least 72 hours, including food, water, clothing, medications, important documents, and personal safety gear. The goal is to have everything ready in one bag so that if evacuation orders are issued, you can leave immediately without scrambling to gather supplies.

A typical wildfire go bag should include:

• Water (at least 1 gallon per person per day for 3 days)
• Non-perishable food and snacks
• Medications and prescription glasses
• Important documents (ID, insurance papers, medical records, financial info)
• Clothing suitable for fire and weather conditions, including sturdy shoes
• Face masks to protect from smoke inhalation
• Flashlight, batteries, and a whistle
• Basic first aid kit
• Chargers and battery packs for phones
• Pet supplies if you have animals
• Personal hygiene items 

The key principle is ready, portable, and comprehensive your go bag should allow you to survive safely for at least a few days while you evacuate and await further assistance.