Household Readiness
Prepare · Skill 01

Know What You Already Have

Before buying anything, let's see what you already own. You may be more prepared than you think.

What The App Already Knows
  • No pantry items saved yet — Cook's Pantry Companion feeds this.
  • Water Plan not started
  • Power Plan not started
Practice

Quick household walk-through

No brands, quantities or photographs. A rough answer is genuinely useful.

  • WaterAny sealed drinking water you keep on hand.
  • Shelf-Stable FoodTins, dry goods, anything that keeps.
  • FlashlightHandheld, headlamp or lantern.
  • BatteriesSpares that fit what you own.
  • Power BankSomething that charges a phone.
  • Basic First-Aid SuppliesPlasters, tape, gauze, what you'd reach for.
  • Can OpenerA manual one, not the electric one.
  • Basic ToolsScrewdriver, pliers, adjustable wrench.
  • Radio / Information SourceBattery or hand-crank radio, or a car radio.

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Verified guidance · Ready.gov (FEMA) — Build A Kit