Emergency Bag, Bug Out Bag or Go Bag whatever you call it you should have one. A Bug out Bag is definately needed just in case you are ever forced to leave your home in a hurry. We all hope we NEVER have to use the bugout bag, but it is still worth being prepared for an evacuation.
Why Do I Need A Bug Out Bag?
Evacuations can happen for a number of reasons. While evacuations are often caused by natural disasters, there are other reasons for being evacuated. We are living in unstable times. Auto accidents, gas leaks, domestic abuse, terrorist attacks, structural issues and war are possibilities. Anyone one of these situations is a very real possibility and for that reason you need to consider being more prepared. Being prepared will assure that you and your family, including your fur babies, are more comfortable and safe during any unstable times. Your bugout bag literally will be a life saver.
Types of Bug Out Bags
Getting your bugout bag prepared will take more than just a few minutes. You need to take the time and plan for a number of scenarios and lengths of time. Bugout bags can literally be a backpack, a tote, laundry basket or any container that can securely and safely hold the items you will need for a duration of time.
Bugout bags can be purchased in a wide range of prices and styles. The following websites will give you an idea of the types of prepacked bags that are available. https://www.stealthangelsurvival.com/collections/1-person-emergency-kits
Costs of Bug Out Bags
The bags can range in price from $ 50.00 to more than $ 500.00 – Yikes! While costs can vary you don’t need an expensive bag but you must have one that meets YOUR needs.
Including Your Personal Items
While you may be able to purchase a “survival bag” you still need to have your personal items to add to the bag. Those items will vary for each family member.
Basic Needs:
- Granola, nuts & water,
- Cash (ATMs may not be available or empty)
- Flashlight & solar phone chargers,
- Clothes for each family member
- Document bag (to hold copies of everyone’s personal ids, an emergency contact list, recent pictures of kids and animals in case you are separated and a permanent marker to write info on children’s arms if needed)
- Pet food and leashes
- Sanitation needs
- Comfort items, especially for kids and animals.
This is just a small list to get you by for a short period of time. For a more complete list there are other websites to check out such as: https://bugoutbagacademy.com/free-bug-out-bag-list/ and https://unchartedsupplyco.com/blogs/news/bug-out-bag-checklist
Now is the time to think about your bug out bag before you actually need it.
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