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Build a Kit Game

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Build a Kit Game

Build a Kit Game

Go through different locations with Gayle and her friends to find what you need for an emergency kit. Have fun and build a checklist along the way. Play now in English or Spanish.

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Make a Plan

Make a plan today. Your family may not be together if a disaster strikes, so it is important to know which types of disasters could affect your area. Know how you’ll contact one another and reconnect if separated. Establish a family meeting place that’s familiar and easy to find. Don’t forget to consider specific needs in your household. Then, practice your plan. Plan now.

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A family building an emergency supply kit.

Build a Kit

How would you find out whether it was safe to play outside? Not from your TV or computer! Being prepared means having your own food, water, and other supplies to last for at least three days, and possibly longer if you are in a remote or hard-to-reach area. Get started.

Learn More about How to Stay Prepared

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Prepare with Pedro

Disaster activity books and stories.

Meet Pedro

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Build a Kit

Use these checklists to learn what you need.

Get started

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Know the Facts

What hazards could affect you?

Learn more

Last Updated: 03/29/2024

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