With civil unrest in IRAQ and looming political antagonism from IRAN, will surely drive fuel prices up. Domestically, things are not too great either. Job market is bad, many are outsourced, no sound policies on the rising illegal immigration problems, our borders are not secure,Avian Flu concerns, Katrina fallout is still felt and hurricane season will surely put a damper on things for airline traveling.
Thanks for the info, I have all I need now to bunker in.
Food with a long shelf life - Examples of this include canned, dried, and packaged food products. Store enough food for each member of the household for at least 3 days.
Water - In preparation for an emergency, purchase and store bottled water or simply store water from the tap. Each person in the household will need about 1 gallon per day; plan on storing enough water for at least 3 days.
A change of clothes and shoes - Check clothing every 6 months and remove clothes that no longer fit or are unsuitable for seasonal weather. Remember to include underwear, socks, sturdy shoes or work boots, and winter or summer clothes as needed.
Paper plates, paper towels, and plastic utensils - Store disposable dishware and utensils because you will not have enough water to wash dishes and because community water sources may be contaminated.
Plastic bags - Because you may not be able to leave your shelter for several days, you will need to collect your waste in plastic bags until it can be removed.
Bedding - Store sheets, blankets, towels, and cots for use during the time that you cannot leave your shelter.
Battery-operated radio and batteries - Electrical power may not be on for several days. A battery-operated radio will allow you to listen to emergency messages.
Medicines - Be sure to store a few days' supply of any prescription medicines that your family takes. Check medicines every 6 months and rotate the prescriptions so that you always have a fresh supply in your shelter.
Toiletries - Keep a supply of soap, hand sanitizer, toilet paper, deodorant, disinfectants, etc.
Flashlight and batteries - Electrical power may be out for several days. A flashlight will help you see in your shelter.
A telephone or cell phone - Although cell phone or ground phone service may be interrupted, there is still a chance that you will be able to use a phone to call outside for information and advice from emergency services.
Extra eyeglasses or contact lenses and cleaning supplies.
Duct tape and heavy plastic sheeting - You can use these items to seal the door to your shelter and to seal any vents that open into your shelter.
Pet food, baby formula, diapers, etc. - Don't forget the other members of your family. If you have an infant, store extra formula and diapers. If you have pets keep a 3-day supply of pet food.
First aid kit - You can purchase a first-aid kit or prepare one yourself. Be sure to include the following items:
Sterile adhesive bandages
Sterile gauze pads in 2 inch and 4 inch sizes
Adhesive tape
Sterile rolled bandages
Scissors
Tweezers
Needle
Thermometer
Moistened towelettes
Antiseptic ointment
Tube of petroleum jelly or other lubricant
Soap or hand sanitizer
Latex or vinyl gloves
Safety pins
Aspirin or aspirin free pain reliever
Antidiarrhea medication
Laxatives
Antacids for stomach upset
Syrup of ipecac to cause vomiting if advised by the Poison Control Center
Activated charcoal to stop vomiting if advised by the Poison Control Center
Games, books and other entertainment - Because you may be in your shelter for several days, keep items on hand to occupy your family during that time. Children are likely to get bored if they have to stay in one place for long periods. Think of activities that they will enjoy doing while in the shelter - finger painting, coloring, playing games, etc.