What to put in your "go bag" for a fire or other emergency evacuation

CBS News ^ | 07 Jan 2025 | Matthew Rodriguez

[blueplum]

One of the most important parts of an emergency action plan is a go bag filled with everything you need in case of an evacuation...

Firefighters created a phonetic list, dubbed the "6 P's of Evacuation," to remember everything that should go with you and your emergency kit: People, pets and papers; phone numbers & important documents; Prescriptions, vitamins & eyeglasses; Pictures & irreplaceable memorabilia; Personal computer, hard drive & disks; "Plastic" (credit cards, ATM cards) & cash.

[sauropod]

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[metmom]

I would expect the liquids to be least shelf stable.

[RonaldusMagnus-DonaldusMagnus]

Should we also pack a few doses of the covid vaxx?

[popdonnelly]

Don’t forget your gun.

[oldasrocks]

Lots and lots of TP. preferably wet ones. You can trade them for anything else you need. Add a few Tampons too.

[Tommy Revolts]

Our bugout bag has the survival basics, medical kit, etc.

In case of a fire, we are definitely grabbing that first, then my wallet,
guns and ammo, my dog, important papers, laptop with memory sticks,
memories and heirloom treasures.

Out in less than 15 minutes.

[taxcontrol]

I highly recommend a multi-terabyte USB drive to hold all of your files. Take pictures of all critical documents and save a copy to the drive. If physical security is an issue, lock it up in a 2 hrs safe. Back up your files regularly, at least quarterly.

Grab on your way out the door.

[Albion Wilde]

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[blueplum]

lots of great suggestions, thanks!

one thing I would add, photos of exterior, front and back, and a walk-thru of your home, including any artwork or special items, high-end appliances, musical instruments, etc. Transferred to a memory stick and taped to the back of your home insurance statement.