Choose ready to eat canned meat, fruits and vegetables that your family likes. A disaster is not the time to try new foods, your mind and body is already stressed. Don't forget your pets. Store canned or dry pet food along with an extra collar and leash. Store foods in single or family meal-size packaging.
Unrefrigerated leftovers can cause food poisoning.
Store a three-day supply of water for your family. One gallon per person per day is recommended for drinking, cooking and washing. Remember to include water for pets. Date your water containers and replace them every six months. Be sure to turn off the gas or electricity before draining water for emergency use.