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Supplies

72-hour kits and a two-week pantry

FEMA’s citizen guide: you may need to take care of yourselves for at least three days. Keep a grab-and-go bag, extra at home, a small kit at work, and one in the car.

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Water & food (3 days, grab-and-go)

One gallon of water per person per day (more in desert heat)FEMA: a gallon covers drinking, cooking, and sanitation. Heat can double drinking needs.
Pet water counted separately
Ready-to-eat food that needs little or no cooking
Manual can opener
Disposable plates, cups, utensils

Light, comms, and documents

Flashlights + extra batteries (or headlamps)
Battery or crank NOAA weather radio
Phone chargers and a small power bank
Copies of IDs, insurance, prescriptions (waterproof pouch)
Cash in small bills
Local paper maps (Ivins / St. George / Washington County)

First aid & hygiene

Family first-aid kit (see Medical page)
7-day supply of prescription medicines
Glasses / contacts + solution
N95 or similar dust masks
Moist wipes, garbage bags, plastic ties (sanitation)
Hand sanitizer and soap
Sunscreen, hats, extra water for heat

Tools & shelter

Whistle
Multi-tool or pliers / wrench to shut off utilities
Duct tape and a small roll of plastic sheeting
Work gloves
Matches or lighter in a waterproof bag
Emergency blankets
Change of clothes and sturdy shoes for each person

Kids, elders, pets

Comfort item and simple activity for children
Infant supplies if needed (formula, diapers)
Hearing / mobility extras and serial numbers of medical devices
Pet food, leash, carrier, vaccination papers

Two-week home stay (in addition to the 72-hour bag)

Water for two weeks (1 gal/person/day, extra for heat and pets)
Staple foods: rice, beans, pasta, oats, canned fruit/veg, peanut butter
Cooking plan if power is out (propane, camp stove — outdoors only)
Backup power (generator, portable station) with safe exhaust
Fuel rotation and extra propane
Know how to shut off water, gas, and electric
Fire extinguisher on each floor
Smoke and CO alarms with fresh batteries

Red Cliffs Ready — planning for the difficult while it’s still easy. Family handbook from FEMA, IAECO, and the old Prepared Family site. Not medical, legal, or tactical advice.