Household · printable
72-hour emergency kit
Enough to last 72 hours without outside help, in a waterproof bag kept near the door. Built around four priorities — drink & eat, stay warm, treat injuries, stay informed — across 8 categories.
6 Lof water per person — 2 litres a day for 3 days
💡The EU Preparedness Union Strategy (March 2025) calls on everyone to be able to cope for at least 72 hours on their own. This kit meets that European benchmark.
1 · Water & food
- Bottled water: 6 L per person
- Non-perishable, no-cook food (tins, bars, dry biscuits, dried fruit)
- Manual can opener, utensils
- Baby / pet food if needed
2 · Light & communication
- Battery radio (FM) to follow instructions
- Head torch or torch + spare batteries
- Charged power bank + cables
- Whistle to signal your presence
- Printed list of useful numbers
3 · Shelter & warmth
- Emergency blanket
- Warm clothes, waterproof jacket
- Sleeping bag or blanket if possible
4 · First aid & hygiene
- First-aid kit
- Usual medicines + copies of prescriptions
- Hand sanitiser, masks
- Toiletries, wipes, bin bags
5 · Documents & cash
- Copies of ID, insurance, health record in a waterproof pouch
- Cash in small notes
- Spare keys (home, car)
- Recent photo of loved ones and pets
6 · Tools
- Multi-tool knife
- Strong tape, rope
- Matches or lighter in a waterproof pouch
💡Check the bag every 6 months: expiry dates, batteries, children's sizes. Budget €65–150 per person — spread the cost over time.
ℹ️This sheet is a preparedness aid. It does not replace official instructions; in immediate danger, call 112.