- Well-stocked first aid kit
- Enough dry goods to sustain each family member/individual for 3-5 days
- Enough bottled water (3 liters/person/day) for each family member for 3-5 days
- Blankets for each member of the family
- Toilet accessories
- Adequate supply of essential medication
- Portable radio and extra batteries
Emergency Kits
NU-Q community members are encouraged to keep an emergency kit in their residence in case a crisis situation arises. Items that are recommended for inclusion into an emergency kit:
- Flashlights/torches (extra batteries)
- Maps
- Emergency contact list
- Copies of travel, health, and personal documents
- Cash reserves in small bills
- A week's worth of extra clothing that is comfortable, easily washed and suitable for the climate
- Tool kit (pliers, screwdriver, scissors, duct tape)