WHAT IS AN GO BAG?
GO BAG (EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS BAG) IS WHEN THERE IS AN IMPENDING DANGER, WE NEED TO LEAVE OUR HOMES AND EVACUATE TO SAFER AREAS. TO PREPARE FOR THESE EMERGENCIES, WE SHOULD HAVE A READY GO BAG THAT WE CAN BRONG ALONG IMMEDIATELY.
REMEMBER THESE THREE IMPORTANT GUIDES.
1. The GO BAG items should be checked and replenished every three months.
2. The GO BAG should be stored properly where it can be easily accessed in case of an emergency.
3. Coordinate with leaders on community evacuation plan. Decide with the family on where to meet in case there is a need to evacuate.
THE GO BAG SHOULD CONTAINS IMPORTANT ITEMS NEEDED BY THE FAMILY TO SURVIVE
- - Important documents in waterproof container.
- - Flashlight, candles, matches and whistle.
- - Radio with fresh and extra batteries.
- - First aid kits with remedies for fever, LBM, minor wounds and pain, and maintenance medicines.
- - Items for special needs of young and older members of the family, including persons with disabilities.
- - Spare cash including coins.
- - Easy-to-serve, ready-to-eat food that is enough for three days.
- - Drinking water in sealed containers enough for three days.
- - Mobile phones, power banks and chargers.
- - Ropes, old news paper and eco bags made of strong materials.
- - Clothing, raincoat, boots and sanitary supplies.
- - Sleeping bags or mats.