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Basic 72-Hour Bug Out Bag List

Duration: 72-Hours to 1-Week

Use:

Short-Notice Evacuation Due To: Flooding, Fire, Hurricane, Tsunami, Earthquake, Nuclear Incidents

Must Have Gear:

Clothing, Water, Medications, Toiletries, Food, Blankets, Pillows, Lighting, Document Backups

Updated on: October 16, 2025

Earthquakes are rough. They come from out of nowhere and can be extremely serious very quickly.

They often lead to other circumstances: fires quickly spring up from broken gas lines and downed power lines.

And they almost never happen one at a time, aftershocks a commonplace and can be even more damaging than the original quake.

Watercraft safety is a fascinating and complex subject, even for those who don't own a boat. Many of the rules apply to other emergency situations. But undoubtedly it is a top priority for those who own watercraft or spend time around them. 

Fortunately there is a great deal of information available to US citizens for free from many accredited organizations and institutions around the country. Most municipalities have some manner of boating safety and training courses and certification available.