If you must leave home at short notice, a grab bag can help you leave quickly with everything you need if you must spend a few days away from home.
Grab bag items could include:
- toiletries
- first-aid kit
- battery powered or wind-up radio
- battery powered or wind-up torch
- spare batteries
- notebook, pen or pencil
- blankets
- baby food and accessories
- children’s toys and activities
- bottled water
- non-perishable food and snacks
- spare keys for house and car
- insurance documents or details
- money
- glasses or contact lenses
- mobile phone and charger
- candles and matches
- pet food and accessories
Tips about your grab bag:
- keep your grab bag in a safe place
- include anything else you would need if you left your home in a hurry
- make sure the bag is easy to carry
- check the grab bag regularly to make sure it is appropriate for each season
- check that perishable items are still in date