- A cord-based telephone or cell phone
- A cooking source which can be used outdoors
- An alternate source of heat with extra fuel
- Battery-powered/portable clock
- Battery-powered/portable radio, TV or NOAA Weather Radio
- Blankets
- Bottled Water (three-day supply)
- First-aid kit with current supplies, including needed medications
- Flashlight and fresh batteries
- Non-perishable foods, non-electric can opener
- Small cooler
- Specialty items, such as baby items or extra clothing, or battery back-up systems for medical equipment
- Surge suppressors to protect sensitive electronic equipment
- Tool kit