Preparedness
Weather Emergency Go Bag: What to Pack Before Storm Season
A practical weather emergency go bag list for evacuations, shelters, power outages, apartment residents, pets, documents, and medications.
Quick answer: A weather go bag should be light enough to grab quickly and useful enough for one night away from home or several hours in a shelter.
Core items
Pack copies of important documents, medication list, flashlight, battery bank, small first aid kit, water, snacks, cash, and spare glasses if needed.
Add phone chargers, a written contact list, and a small radio if you have one.
People-specific items
Families may need diapers, formula, comfort items, mobility supplies, or medical devices.
Pets need leashes, carriers, food, medication, and vaccination records.
Keep it current
Review the bag before severe weather season and before hurricane or winter storm threats.
Replace expired food, dead batteries, and outdated documents.