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Aside from the usual list of things But Out Bags contain (http://tiny.cc/yxiabw), I've sourced some specific items I want to get cause they're better quality, not on the list, etc.

Voyager--The Ultimate Solar & Crank Powered Radio/Cell Phone & MP3 Charger
LIFESAVER bottle 4000
Maglite ML125 w. Belt Hook & Baton Attachment
Torch that can be shaken to charge [ACQUIRED}
Leatherman SuperTool 300 Tactical Black

Lots more to come, this is just what I've researched so far.

Have made a folder with lists of suggestions for a Bug Out Bag (which is basically what I'm making), and I'll put together the work/escape from a building version too. And have started to research specific types/brands of items I'd like to gather.
http://www.redcross.org/portal/site/en/menuitem.53fabf6cc033f17a2b1ecfbf43181aa0/?vgnextoid=537b218c37752210VgnVCM10000089f0870aRCRD&currPage=e507d7aada352210VgnVCM10000089f0870aRCRD

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At a minimum, have the basic supplies listed below. Keep supplies in an easy­to­carry emergency preparedness kit that you can use at home or take with you in case you must evacuate.

--Water—one gallon per person, per day (3­day supply for evacuation, 2­week supply for home)3*3=9 and 3*14=42
--Food—non­perishable, easy­to­prepare items (3­day supply for evacuation, 2­week supply for home)
--Flashlight
--Battery­powered or hand­crank radio (NOAA Weather Radio, if possible)
--Extra batteries
--First aid kit
--Medications (7­day supply) and medical items
--Multi­purpose tool
--Sanitation and personal hygiene items
--Copies of personal documents (medication list and pertinent medical information, proof of address, deed/lease to home, passports, birth certificates, insurance policies)
--Cell phone with chargers
--Family and emergency contact information
--Extra cash
--Emergency blanket
--Map(s) of the area

Consider the needs of all family members and add supplies to your kit. Suggested items to help meet additional needs are:

--Medical supplies (hearing aids with extra batteries, glasses, contact lenses, syringes, cane)
--Baby supplies (bottles, formula, baby food, diapers)
--Games and activities for children
--Pet supplies (collar, leash, ID, food, carrier, bowl)
--Two­way radios
--Extra set of car keys and house keys
--Manual can opener

Additional supplies to keep at home or in your kit based on the types of disasters common to your area:

--Whistle
--N95 or surgical masks
--Matches
--Rain gear
--Towels
--Work gloves
--Tools/supplies for securing your home
--Extra clothing, hat and sturdy shoes
--Plastic sheeting
--Duct tape
--Scissors
--Household liquid bleach
--Entertainment items
--Blankets or sleeping bag