Create an emergency kit and be more prepared for emergencies both at home and in the car.

Things you should have:
Two pairs of Latex, or other sterile gloves (if you are allergic to Latex).
Sterile dressings to stop bleeding.
Cleansing agent/soap and antibiotic towelettes to disinfect.
Antibiotic ointment to prevent infection.
Burn ointment to prevent infection.
Adhesive bandages in a variety of sizes.
Eye wash solution to flush the eyes or as general decontaminant.
Thermometer (Read more: Biological Threat)
Prescription medications you take every day such as insulin, heart medicine and asthma inhalers. You should periodically rotate medicines to account for expiration dates.
Prescribed medical supplies such as glucose and blood pressure monitoring equipment and supplies.
Things it may be good to have:
Cell Phone
Scissors
Tweezers
Tube of petroleum jelly or other lubricant
Non-prescription drugs:
Aspirin or nonaspirin pain reliever
Anti-diarrhea medication
Antacid (for upset stomach)
Laxative

Recommended Items to Include in a Basic Emergency Supply Kit:

Water, one gallon of water per person per day for at least three days, for drinking and sanitation

Food, at least a three-day supply of non-perishable food

Battery-powered or hand crank radio and a NOAA Weather Radio with tone alert and extra batteries for both

Flashlight and extra batteries

First aid kit

Whistle to signal for help

Dust mask, to help filter contaminated air and plastic sheeting and duct tape to shelter-in-place

Moist towelettes, garbage bags and plastic ties for personal sanitation

Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities

Can opener for food (if kit contains canned food)

Local maps

Additional Items to Consider Adding to an Emergency Supply Kit:

Prescription medications and glasses

Infant formula and diapers

Pet food and extra water for your pet

Important family documents such as copies of insurance policies, identification and bank account records in a waterproof, portable container

Cash or traveler’s checks and change

Emergency reference material such as a first aid book or information from www.ready.gov

Sleeping bag or warm blanket for each person. Consider additional bedding if you live in a cold-weather climate.

Complete change of clothing including a long sleeved shirt, long pants and sturdy shoes. Consider additional clothing if you live in a cold-weather climate.

Household chlorine bleach and medicine dropper – When diluted nine parts water to one part bleach, bleach can be used as a disinfectant. Or in an emergency, you can use it to treat water by using 16 drops of regular household liquid bleach per gallon of water. Do not use scented, color safe or bleaches with added cleaners.

Fire Extinguisher

Matches in a waterproof container

Feminine supplies and personal hygiene items

Mess kits, paper cups, plates and plastic utensils, paper towels

Paper and pencil

Books, games, puzzles or other activities for children

1. Blanket or sleeping bag
2. Flashlight with extra batteries
3. First Aid Kit
4. High-Calorie Non perishable food (such as energy bars or peanut butter)
5. Paper towels and tissues ( store in airtight can such as a coffee can)
6. Sand or cat litter (for tire traction ) and a shovel
7. Auto Emergency Tool Kit
a. tow rope
b. windshield scrapers
c. jumper cables ( 12 foot )
d. a compass and roadmaps
e. can of tire inflator (such as “fix-a-flat”)
f. screwdrivers
g. pliers
h. adjustable wrench
i. duct tape
j. Pocket knife
k. pen and paper
8. Roadside Flares (that will burn for 15 minutes)
9. Two Quarts of Oil
10.Spray bottle with washer fluid
11.3 wick candle and matches inside a metal coffee can ( will keep the car temperature warm enough to keep you from freezing to death)
12. Bottled Water
13. Cell phone charger or back up disposable cell phone
14. Fire Extinguisher

Any other suggestions are welcome!

Batteries in all the radios
Emergency kit in the car
Fire extinguishers in the proper places