Emergency Preparedness Kits: The Best Kits for a Wildfire Evacuation
To take the hassle out of creating your own emergency pack, we gathered a few options for ready-made kits that come with everything you might need in an evacuation.
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As the West enters peak wildfire season, it is increasingly important for residents to be prepared, especially in the event of an emergency evacuation. More than 100,000 people were displaced by wildfires in California, Washington, and Oregon last year as over 6 million acres burned.
It’s a good idea to have an emergency kit ready in case you need to leave your home. And it’s even better if these kits are tailored to who needs them. Do you have kids? A cat? Dogs? Don’t forget often-overlooked items like a litter box on top of your hand-crank radio.
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The nonprofit California Fire Prevention Organization recommends including:
- first-aid kit
- air filtration masks
- water/water purification tablets or straw
- flashlights/glow sticks
- blankets
- ponchos
- emergency whistle
- bars and easy to pack/no cook food
- a multitool
- hygiene wipes
Additionally, you should have a solar-powered or battery-powered charger for your phone so you can call for help and monitor weather updates.
Emergency packs should be stored in a readily accessible area, such as your car or at work.
To take the hassle out of creating your own emergency pack, we gathered a few options of ready-made kits that come with everything you might need if evacuated. Use these to protect yourself, your family, and your pets.
Preppi GoBox
Preppi’s GoBox three-day kit is designed for one person. It’s made to fit anywhere, so you can easily grab it in an emergency situation. This kit checks all of our boxes for your basic needs and stands out for its lightweight, compact design.
Sustain Supply Co. Survival Bag for Two
This Premium Emergency Survival Bag is ideal for surviving in the wilderness because it includes fire starters, “survival straws,” a portable stove, and an LED lantern. Reviews note that the majority of the weight comes from the water liters, and if needed, you can remove them to alleviate the bulk.
JUDY Mover Max
This durable, waterproof, bright backpack carries enough supplies for a family of four to last at least overnight. In addition to the array of kits, JUDY offers emergency preparedness guides for how to get through natural disasters. An included hand-crank radio acts as a phone charger and offers access to nearby radios.
Stealth Angel 5 Person Survival Bag
For a family of five, the Stealth Angel Survival Bag has supplies for three days, with enough water purification tablets for 50 liters. This pack notably includes a tube tent, fire starter rod, and a paracord bracelet.
