Emergency Supply Kit

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Prepare Today for Peace of Mind Tomorrow

An emergency supply kit is a critical part of disaster preparedness for every household. Whether you're facing a hurricane, winter storm, power outage, or other emergency, having essential supplies on hand can help you stay safe, self-sufficient, and calm during uncertain times.

UConn Extension, through the Extension Disaster Education Network (EDEN), provides guidance on assembling a comprehensive emergency kit tailored to Connecticut’s unique hazards. Our checklists and tips ensure you’re ready with food, water, medications, important documents, and other necessities—whether you need to shelter in place or evacuate quickly.

Start building your kit today and take a simple but powerful step toward protecting your family and home.

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Low-Cost Emergency Supply Kit

Emergency and weather-related events can lead to everything from power outages to evacuation, and preparing ahead of time can help reduce stress. Gathering supplies beforehand also ensures collecting the potentially wide range of needs of various household members. Although pre-assembled emergency supply kits are commercially available to purchase, a supply kit tailored to specific needs can be assembled

Low-Cost Emergency Supply Kit Fact Sheet

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Emergency Supply Kit Check List

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Low-Cost Emergency Supply Kit

En Espanol

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Emergency Supply Kit Check List in Spanish

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Low-Cost Emergency Supply Kit in Spanish

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