What should I have in a 72-hour emergency kit?

Water (1 gallon/person/day), non-perishable food for 3 days, flashlight and batteries, first aid kit, medications for 7 days, phone charger and battery pack, $200+ cash, copies of important documents, and weather-appropriate clothing.

Do I really need to prepare for the Iran war?

Basic preparedness is sensible regardless of the war. Focus on practical items you'd need for any emergency (power outage, storm, supply disruption). Avoid panic-buying or extreme measures.

How much water should I store?

FEMA recommends 1 gallon per person per day for drinking and sanitation. A family of 4 needs 12 gallons for 3 days or 56 gallons for 2 weeks. Store in food-grade containers in a cool, dark place.

What medications should I stockpile?

Refill all prescriptions to the maximum allowed (typically 90-day supply). Stock OTC essentials: pain relievers, antihistamines, anti-diarrheal, electrolyte packets, and any chronic condition medications.

Emergency Preparedness Checklist 2026

Practical emergency preparedness checklist designed for the Iran war crisis. Three tiers: Tier 1 (Do Today): fill gas, 3-day water and food, refill prescriptions, cash on hand, charge devices. Tier 2 (This Week): 2-week food supply, first aid kit, backup power, copies of documents. Tier 3 (If Escalation): 30-day supply, water filtration, communication plan, bug-out bag.