A survival kit should include basic first aid items, pain relievers, prescription medication, a radio, flashlight, waterproof matches, a compass, tools, food, water, and toiletries. Pack items in a vacuum-sealed pouch for compactness and protection.
There’s a lot to consider when packing a survival kit, but a few basic items are imperative. You can buy a complete survival kit or create a customized one that fits you and your family’s needs. Every survival kit should contain basic first aid items such as a disinfectant such as peroxide or iodine, antibiotic ointment, bandages, gauze, medical tape and a small pair of scissors. Your kit should also include topical and oral pain relievers, a few doses of prescription medications, liquid or strips for wound closure, and something to use as a tourniquet.
Other items generally considered essential to a survival kit include a pair of glasses or contacts and extra solution, a radio, flashlight, and extra batteries. A personal siren or rescue alarm is also recommended. Also, include waterproof matches with a striker and an accurate compass. Don’t forget to include some tools like a sharp knife, hacksaw, razor blades, a small crowbar, and work gloves. These are important, if for some reason you get trapped.
In the event that you are removed from your home, accommodation or vehicle in an emergency, your survival kit should include items to protect you from exposure to the elements. Include at least one emergency blanket, pocket tent or tarp, pocket-sized plastic ponchos, or at the very least, large, heavy-duty trash bags to use as cover. Packets of sunscreen and insect repellent are also good ideas.
You will need to include some food and water in your survival kit. Water is heavy, but pack a few small bottles in your survival kit and store the bottles when empty. Also, include water disinfection tablets and a lightweight container to use for filtering the water.
Also keep hard candies and sugar cubes in your survival kit. They are small and light and will help keep your mouth moist and your blood sugar levels from dropping. Additionally, other small, non-perishable, securely packaged foods with a high concentration of carbohydrates are needed to maintain strength. These include things like candy bars wrapped in foil, granola bars, dried fruit and nuts. Bullion cubes and other instant foods, such as bags of soup mixes, hot chocolate, coffee, tea, and electrolyte-boosting powdered sports drinks, are also easy to carry and will help you keep going.
As for toiletries, limit them to just the essentials like toilet paper, feminine hygiene products, hand sanitizer, antibacterial soap, and wet wipes. This may seem like a lot to put in a survival kit, but you can put all flexible items in a pouch that allows you to remove excess air with your vacuum cleaner hose. This will make your items compact and easier to transport, and will also protect your emergency items from dust, moisture and vermin.
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