Civil Defense recommends emergency kit for 72 hours
Graduated in journalism from Paulista University. Worked in media outlets such as Folha de S.Paulo and Rede Brasil de Televisão. She is a reporter for Oeste in São Paulo
TL;DR
- Prepare an emergency kit with essential items for up to 72 hours.
- The kit should include potable water (6 liters per person for 3 days), non-perishable food, medications, hygiene products, and other necessities.
- Consider the specific needs of family members, including babies, children, the elderly, and pets.
- Include items like plastic dishes and cups, cutlery, a manual can opener, paper towels, soap, and personal documents in waterproof packaging.
- Carry essential documents, a list of important contacts, a battery-powered radio, flashlights with extra batteries, and cell phone chargers.
- Periodically check the expiration dates of food and medications and the functionality of equipment like flashlights and radios.