Prepare Your Emergency and Evacuation Kits
For many emergencies you may be able to ‘shelter in place', either at home or at work. If so, your ability to securely see out the emergency will be greatly increased by relying on items you've included in your emergency kit and, if necessary, your evacuation kit.
You need to take the time to prepare an emergency and evacuation kit well ahead of any impending disaster.
Emergency kit checklist
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Fresh water for three days |
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Three days worth of non-perishable food and can opener |
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First aid kit |
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Portable radio |
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Torch |
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Sturdy gloves |
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Spare batteries for radio, torch and mobile phone |
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Essential medication |
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Mobile phone and charger |
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Important documents in sealed bags and cash |
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Baby formula and nappies |
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Waterproof bags |
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Toiletries |
Include items you'd need for at least three days in case of disruption to essential services such as power and water supplies. Also, include the equipment you'll need to prepare meals with no power.
Keep your kit in a waterproof storage container and store in an easy-to-access location. Check your kit every three months to stock up and rotate supplies to ensure provisions are fresh and safe to use.
Evacuation kit checklist
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Blanket |
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Sleeping bag |
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Kids toys/entertainment |
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Pillows |
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Warm clothes |
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Valuables and mementos |
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Essential medication |
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Mobile phone and charger |
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Important documents in sealed bags and cash |
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Baby formula and nappies |
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Toiletries |
If you live in a low-lying coastal area or an area prone to flooding, preparing an evacuation kit now can save you time and stress in the event of cyclone, storm tide, flood or tsunami.
When you evacuate, ensure that you take your:
- emergency kit
- evacuation kit
- emergency plan
The most current versions of these fact sheets are available on the Queensland Government - Get Ready Queensland website.