HOW TO PREPARE
 By Mike Coviello (Tanner)

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

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TannerTanner: Former aerospace engineer who specialized in hypergolic propellants. Hobbies include shooting zombies & reloading ammo.
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SURVIVAL CHECKLIST

DISASTER SCENARIOS

PREPARE YOUR HOME

PREPARE YOUR CAR

 

 

 

 

What Should I Keep In My Car?

You should keep the following equipment in your car at all times in case of any emergency.

 

 

 

Car Glove Box Contents

  1. AAA Membership Card (or other roadside service)
  2. Insurance Card
  3. Owner's Guide
  4. Emergency Cash
  5. Maps
  6. Emergency Contact Information
  7. Vehicle Registration
  8. Health Insurance Cards
  9. Blood Type Card
  10. "Call Police" window sign

 

Emergency Backpack

In case you get stranded or have to leave your car you should keep a fully stocked bug out bag in your car.

 

First Aid Kit

For any medical emergency you should always have a car first aid kit.

 

Travel Kit

In case you have a surprise stay-over, you should carry personal grooming items in your car.

 

Car Emergency Repair Kit

You should have simple car repair devices on hand in case of breakdown.

  1. Foot Pump
  2. Hand Pump
  3. Jumper Cables (Heavy Duty)
  4. Tire repair plug kit
  5. Handi-wipes
  6. Funnel
  7. Emergency fan belt (generic fit)
  8. Siphon Hose
  9. Misc. string and twine
  10. 6 Quarts of Oil
  11. Puncture Seal can (for tire inflation and sealing)
  12. Brake fluid

 

 

Auto Tool Box

In case you have to make simple repairs.

 

Miscellaneous Contents

Between Seat Box Contents

  1. Roll Quarters
  2. Roll Nickels
  3. Roll Dimes
  4. Prescription Eyeglasses
  5. Prescription Sunglasses
  6. Magnifying Eyeglasses
  7. Pen & Paper
  8. Comb
  9. Pen Knife
  10. "Call Police" window sign
  11. Calculator, pen and paper
  12. Baseball Cap
  13. Paper Towels
  14. Windex
  15. Flashlight
  16. Cell Phone Charger
  17. Pair Gloves
  18. Tire Pressure Gauge
  19. Map of State
  20. Map of City
  21. Magnifying Glass (illuminated)

 

Trunk Or Storage Compartment Contents

  1. 6 Gallons Water
  2. Garage Door Opener
  3. Pair Gloves
  4. 50 ft. 1/2" x 50 ft. rope
  5. Spare Tire (under vehicle)
  6. Phone Book (under driver's seat)
  7. Ice Chest
  8. Water for Radiator
  9. Fire Extinguisher
  10. Shovel
  11. Plywood (2' x 4')
  12. Tarpaulin
  13. Windshield Scraper
  14. Windshield Washer Fluid
  15. Pillow
  16. Blanket/Sheet