Have a Go Bag Ready When Disaster Strikes

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The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) encourages all Californians to prepare a go bag now so it’s ready when disasters and emergencies strike.

Taking a few steps now and talking with friends and loved ones will help reduce the stress caused by an emergency. One important step is creating a go bag. A go bag contains some of the essential items you may need if you have to evacuate in a hurry.

BUILD A GO-BAG

  • Non-perishable food and bottled water
  • Cash
  • Cell phone charger
  • Medications
  • Important documents
  • First aid kit
  • Pet supplies
    • Food/Water
    • Collar/Leash
    • Carrier
    • Vaccine information

After building your go-bag, keep it in a place that’s easy to remember in case you need to evacuate your home quickly. Maintain your go-bag by replacing expired items and re-think your needs every year and update your kit as needed.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Additional go-bag information: click here

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Animal preparedness: click here