72-Hour Go Bag Checklist

If you had ten minutes to leave home, what would you grab? A packed go bag means you don't have to decide in a panic.

Water and food

Water: about 1 gallon per person per day for 3 daysReady-to-eat food for 3 daysManual can openerBaby formula and food, if needed

Pet food and water for 3 daysLeash, carrier and pet records

General preparedness information based on common public-safety guidance. Always follow instructions from your local officials.

What goes in a 72-hour go bag?

Water and food for three days, copies of important documents, medicines, a flashlight, a power bank, a radio, a change of clothes and some cash.

How often should I check my go bag?

Check it every six months. Swap out food and water, update documents and replace expired medicines.

Where should I keep it?

Somewhere you can grab it on the way out, like a hall closet or by the door.