Evacuation Box

An evacuation box is everything that you would take with you if have only 15 minutes to leave your home. This is strictly for if you have enough time to grab one extra box. If you have kids you won’t really have time to run around with a pre-made list of “grab and go” items. Store everything in one box where they are accessible when ever they are needed and then make sure you return them to the box. I recommend using a file box with a snap lid and carrying handle, or a fireproof/waterproof box.

—       First priority – original paperwork (copies can go into 72 hour kit if you think they are important but sense these are needed frequently I place mine here)

·        For infants if you haven’t gotten their birth certificate have their crib card and hospital papers

—       Second priority – sentimental items – family history, pictures

·        Go digital – use a jump drive, or DVD

·        Or skip pictures and files and just get carbonite

—       Third – extra survival items – medical supplies, extra batteries, camp stove and propane, nicer food

·        If you have an infants –extra wipes, onesies, and blankets

Here are some great articles and guides for your evacuation box

http://www.whathappensnow.com/articles_show.cfm?id=243&cat=4&sub=1

http://www.phantomranch.net/comunity/evaclist.htm extensive evacuation list and checklists