BASIC PREPS LIST FOR ONE -30 Days

[LMonty]

FluTrackers Members have collated information from a variety of sources to develop a printable, personal preparation list. This is not an exhaustive list. FluTrackers provides this as a service to help others who may not have stored food before. It is a general guideline only. By reading further, you acknowledge that you are responsible to decide your own potential needs, and those of your family and loved ones.

The following items should sustain one adult for approximately one month. The foods chosen require minimal time and resources to prepare, and represent common and familiar food choices for many. You should customize the list to your personal preferences and needs.

Remember to multiply the amounts of each item on the list by the number of adults you are preparing for.

BASIC PREP LIST FOR ONE MONTH/ONE ADULT
* Water: 30 gallons per person minimum
* Canned meals: 30 cans per person (Pasta meat mixes; Chunky type soups; Chili; etc.)
* Canned/Tinned meat spreads and similar items for sandwiches: 12 cans
* Peanut Butter: 2-3 lbs per person
* Jam/Jelly: 1-2 lbs per person
* Crackers: 4 1 lb. boxes per person (for sandwiches and snacks)
* Canned fruit: 12 cans per person
* Instant breakfast cereal: 30 packs per person
* Vegetable/fruit juices: 1 gallon per person
* Coffee, (2 lb) tea, hot chocolate etc. Consider instant in case no electricity.
* Dry milk: Large box, increase if frequent milk drinker; 2 per child
* Dessert items: Canned or single serve puddings and similar , hard candy, or similar comfort foods and "treats", if funds allow
* Sugar: 5 lbs
* Salt: 1 lb; other spices/condiments as desired
* Baking soda: 1 box

* Tylenol/Acetaminophen: bottle 100
* Ibuprofen: bottle 100
* Multiple Vitamin: 1 bottle/30 day supply
* Prescription Medications: minimum 30 days supply

* Antibacterial soap: 1 per sink
* Hand sanitizer:minimum 1 pocket size and one large to refill from
* Bleach- unscented, 1 gallon
* Vinegar: plain, 1 gallon for disinfectant purposes

* Toilet paper 10-15 rolls
* Paper towels; 6 rolls
* Paper plates, cups, disposable silverware
* Manual can opener
* Camp Stove, sterno or other alternative heating method to boil water and fuel
* Flashlights: One per person minimum, consider LED lights to reduce battery usage. Additional LED headlamps extremely useful.
* Radio: battery powered
* Batteries: 3 to 4 sets per battery powered item
* Fire extinguishers
* Battery operated smoke detectors

* Children specific items: Food, formula, diapers, OTC medicines


One of our members (Nancy) has prepared a chart to assist you with calculating the quantities needed per number of person in your household. A print out of this form is also a handy way to track your purchases. Click here for the list: http://www.flutrackers.com/forum/att...0&d=1162062278

A more comprehensive list can be found here: http://www.flutrackers.com/forum/showthread.php?t=12107

A fully customizable storage inventory calculator in spreadsheet format (MS Excel) may be found here: http://standeyo.com/News_Files/FTP_Files/DFPlanImp.zip (U.S. version) and http://standeyo.com/News_Files/FTP_Files/DFPlanMet.zip (Metric version). Spreadsheet is complements of Stan and Holly Deyo at Millenium Ark.

[sharon sanders]

This is a list being distributed to employees by a large department in Florida state government.



Underground Pandemic Preparedness Tips

1. Make a copy of your personal medical history and store it on a thumb drive that you carry on your key ring at all times.

2. Stock up your home with at least a six week supply of bottled water, canned foods, heater meals, and dried foods that you can eat without cooking if necessary.

3. Keep at least $500 in cash, small bills and change, in a safe place in your home for use when ATMs and credit cards won’t work.

4. Install a small solar charger for your laptop and for lighting. Keep rechargeable lanterns in the home for additional backup. Keep plenty of extra batteries and a propane powered camp stove handy, too.

5. Maintain an old fashioned land line telephone in your home for use when cell phone service is not available.

6. Stock up on Tamiflu before a pandemic if you can get it. If not able to get Tamiflu, try black elderberry extract, available under the name Sambucol.

7. Keep flu sick relatives isolated from the rest of the family. Designate one family member to be the care giver.

8. Have your employer consider a VPN network to allow employees to telecommute from home during a pandemic.

9. Practice social distancing; avoid public places and crowded stores during flu season. Get a flu shot and a pneumonia shot.

10. Buy a supply of non-scented bleach, alcohol wipes, latex gloves and N95 masks now, before the pandemic hits. These supplies will become impossible to find. Bedpans, OTC flu remedies, paper towels and Kleenex will also be very hard to get.

11. Buy an oxygen concentrator if you can afford one.

12. DO NOT use a vacuum cleaner during a flu outbreak. It just stirs up the virus and puts it back into the air.

13. DO use UV bulbs (with proper shields to avoid eye exposure) for killing flu virus in the air.

14. Change your N95 face mask at least twice per day.

15. Form a neighborhood group before the pandemic hits. Make plans to check on elderly neighbors and people who live alone. Set up a neighborhood watch program for security. Set up a barter system for trading things between neighbors that will be unavailable through regular sources.

[Sally Furniss]

New Zealand Prep List

This is a well balanced food pandemic shopping list.

It will feed 2 adults and 2 children for one week. It assumes you have a weeks worth of basics such as vegemite, butter ect.

2 weeks worth is an absolute minimum

3 months worth will give the flexibility to help friends and family and enable you to restock when it suits you. Increase variety if stocking for 3 months.


http://www.pandemicroadshow.org.nz/pdf/3%20Pandemic%20menu.pdf

[Sally Furniss]

Menu to go with NZ shopping list

[sharon sanders]

Crisis A food “lifeboat”: food and nutrition considerations in the event of a pandemic or other catastrophe

Anna Haug, Jennie C Brand-Miller, Olav A Christophersen, Jennifer McArthur, Flavia Fayet and Stewart Truswell
MJA 2007; 187 (11/12): 674-676
Introduction
— Which foods and in what quantities?
— Competing interests
— Author details
— References

Abstract

• Influenza pandemics are a real risk and are best managed by self-isolation and social distancing to reduce the risk of infection and spread.
• Such isolation depends on availability of food of adequate quantity and quality.
• Australia has one of the most concentrated food supplies of any country, making rapid food depletion more likely in a crisis.
• Food stockpiling by both authorities and citizens is an important safety precaution that should be given greater media coverage.
• Food and nutrition guidelines are provided for survival rations in the event of a pandemic or other catastrophe.

Large catastrophes have caused the collapse of empires and civilisations.1 Science and knowledge may help prevent some catastrophes, but urbanisation and narrowly concentrated food supplies, climate change and terrorism contribute to considerable risk. Viruses responsible for severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) and avian influenza A (H5N1) or “bird flu” are among the most immediately identifiable risks. The World Health Organization has stated that the risk scenario associated with an outbreak of pandemic H5N1 influenza should be considered more serious than was previously assumed.2
Early self-isolation and social distancing measures are known to be highly effective.3 In the event of a lethal pandemic, emergency measures such as closing schools, staying home with family and friends, and avoiding contact with other people (until all have been immunised) will be instrumental in avoiding infection. People employed in essential services or occupations may be required to reside at their workplace for the whole period of the crisis. To achieve this type of isolation, sufficient food of adequate quality and quantity must be available.
The Australian Government and the Australian Food and Grocery Council (AFGC) have been planning for such a scenario for several years and have advanced plans in place (Russell Neal, AFGC, Canberra, ACT, personal communication). Nonetheless, the logistics and practicalities of household food stockpiling should be given greater media coverage. Australia has one of the most concentrated food supplies of any country, being dominated by two large supermarket chains. These organisations operate with such efficiency that their logistic chains hold only a few weeks’ supplies (Russell Neal, AFGC, personal communication). If the supply chain shuts down, or if there is no delivery from central stores, supermarkets’ stocks will be depleted within 2–4 weeks (Clare Buchanan, Public Relations Officer, Woolworths Pty Ltd, Sydney, NSW, personal communication). If domestic stockpiling begins at this late stage, then depletion will be accelerated.
Food supplies in the home will need to last as long as it takes for vaccine development and production. For ordinary seasonal influenza vaccines, there is a lag of 6 months or more after a new virus strain has first been discovered until a new vaccine is available for distribution. For weather-related catastrophes, food stockpiles might be required for much longer. A destabilised global climate, where small changes in atmospheric and ocean circulations have major consequences for temperature, rainfall, wind and storm patterns, may precipitate food stockpile dependence for several years.4 While long-term food stockpiling could be considered a governmental responsibility, we suggest that home stockpiling of food to last about 3 months might be done by individual households. This would allow a window of time for governments to put emergency action plans and food deliveries in place.

Which foods and in what quantities?It is logical that the foods to be stockpiled should be staples and well accepted, easy to store, packed where possible in an inert gas for a longer shelf life, and not dependent on refrigeration. Importantly, they should be nutrient-dense, providing the recommended macronutrients and micronutrients for all members of the family.5 Ideally, they can be eaten without cooking, in case gas and electricity fail. Cost, volume and storage space are further considerations.
A food stockpile should provide an average energy intake of about 9 MJ (2150 kcal) per person per day in order to avoid significant weight loss. This is near the average intake — men need a little more than women, while children need less.5 In a home quarantine situation, physical activity is not likely to be high.
Box 1 shows a food “lifeboat” for one person for 10 weeks, and in Box 2, we provide an example of a food list that provides one person with 9 MJ per day for 10 weeks and covers all known nutrient needs. This example was generated using the nutrient analysis software, FoodWorks (Professional Edition 2007; Xyris Software, Brisbane, QLD), which is based on the composition of Australian foods, and commonly used by Australian dietitians. The recommended daily intake of specific macronutrients and micronutrients for adults and children is published by the Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing.5 Together, these two sources make it possible to compose diets with the appropriate quantity of nutrients. As most people have no access to detailed nutrient data, we have developed these examples to show what is needed, and typical of what might be acceptable. We acknowledge that such food lists are culturally and ethnic-specific, and that other food combinations are possible.
It would be cheaper and require less storage space to rely on multivitamin tablets rather than canned fruit and vegetables to cover the requirements of vitamins such as C and A. For this reason, Box 3 shows a food list that covers basic nutrient requirements when taken together with a multivitamin–mineral supplement. Indeed, some micronutrients do not need to be consumed on a daily basis because of the capacity of the body to store them (eg, vitamin A). Our calculations allow for cooking losses. While the foods can be eaten raw, some foods taste better cooked. In the event that the electricity or gas supply fails, a gas cylinder to fuel a barbeque might make eating more enjoyable.
In Australia, most people have adequate money and storage space to build up their own store of foods. For those who do not, federal, state and local governments should consider a plan to construct food stockpiles across the country.
Further suggestions, recipes and guidelines are given on our website (http://www.foodlifeboat.com.au). This is a university-linked, not-for-profit initiative, developed by dietitians and public health nutritionists.
1 The food “lifeboat” for one person for 10 weeks

All the foods listed in Box 2 in the quantities required are displayed. Food courtesy of Woolworths Pty Ltd.

2 Suggested food list of a daily ration for one person (providing 9 MJ per day) and purchase list for 10 weeks

Food	g/day	kg/person for 10 weeks
Milk powder, full-fat, dry*	65	4.6
Weet-Bix,† regular (breakfast cereal)	30	2.1
Pasta, regular, dry	20	1.4
Instant noodles	20	1.4
Rice	25	1.8
Dehydrated potato flakes	15	1.1
Tortilla	10	0.7
Biscuit, savoury	15	1.1
Biscuit, wholemeal	20	1.4
Oil, canola	20	1.4
Powdered soup	20	1.4
Sweet chilli sauce	10	0.7
Tomato concentrate	10	0.7
Tuna, canned	60	4.2
SPAM,‡ regular (luncheon meat)	40	2.8
Lentils, dry	20	1.4
Peas, green, canned	20	1.4
Three beans mix	50	3.5
Baked beans, canned in tomato sauce	20	1.4
Corn, canned	50	3.5
Sun-dried tomatoes	20	1.4
Milo§ (beverage base)	10	0.7
Seaweed, dried	10	0.7
Raisins	30	2.1
Honey	10	0.7
Almonds	20	1.4
Apricots, dried, raw	20	1.4
Juice, carrot	50	3.5
Juice, orange	50	3.5
Vegemite¶ (yeast extract)	2	0.1
Chocolate	30	2.1
* In case of lactose intolerance, the intake of dry milk powder may be replaced by soy protein powder. Alternatively, the milk may be fermented. † Sanitarium Australia, Sydney, NSW. ‡ Hormel Foods Corporation, Austin, Minn, USA. § Nestlé Australia, Sydney, NSW. ¶ Kraft Foods Limited, Melbourne VIC. Total daily ration provides 80 g protein and 80 g fat comprising 24 g saturated fat (31% of fat intake and 10% of energy intake), 20 g polyunsaturated fat (22% of fat intake) and 36 g monounsaturated fat (47% of fat intake). The daily cholesterol intake is 101 mg. Energy intake is 16% from protein, 34% from fat and 50% from carbohydrate. Recommended intakes of all essential nutrients are provided for women and men, except for folate (which is not adequate for women of childbearing age, so a folate supplement might be considered). The cost of this diet for 10 weeks for one person is about $500. The most expensive items are milk powder, Weet-Bix,† SPAM,‡ and chocolate.

3 A list of simple dry foods that will cover basic energy needs (9 MJ per day) and most nutrients for one person, assuming multivitamin tablets are provided, and a purchase list for 10 weeks

Food	g/day	kg/person for 10 weeks
Wheat flour, wholemeal, plain	150	10.5
Oats, raw	100	7.0
Oil, canola	25	1.8
Milk powder, dry*	65	4.6
Lentils, dry	30	2.1
Peas, split, green/yellow, dry	40	2.8
Noodles, dry	50	3.5
Vegemite† (yeast extract)	2	0.1
Fruit, mixed, dried	35	2.5
Almonds, raw	40	2.8
Multivitamin–mineral supplement	One tablet	One box
* In case of lactose intolerance, the intake of dry milk powder may be replaced by soy protein powder. Alternatively, the milk may be fermented. † Kraft Foods Limited, Melbourne VIC. Total daily ration provides 80 g protein and 76 g fat comprising 15 g saturated fat (20% of fat intake and 6% of energy intake), 20 g polyunsaturated fat (26% of fat intake) and 41 g monounsaturated fat (54% of fat intake). The daily cholesterol intake is 43 mg. Energy intake is 16% from protein, 32% from fat and 52% from carbohydrate. Vitamins C and A would have to be taken as supplements. Otherwise, recommended intakes of all essential nutrients are provided for women and men, except for folate (which is not adequate for women of childbearing age, so a folate supplement might be considered) and iron (which is provided at a lower level than recommended). In addition, about 2 litres of water per person per day would be required. This diet costs about $250 for one person for 10 weeks. The most expensive items are dry milk powder and noodles. These food items could be packed in airtight packages filled with inert gas of a few kilograms per package, and stored in food stores throughout the country.

Competing interestsNone identified.

Author detailsAnna Haug, PhD, Visiting Associate Professor1Jennie C Brand-Miller, BSc, PhD, FAIFST, Professor of Human Nutrition1Olav A Christophersen, Medical Student2Jennifer McArthur, MHPEd, APD, Dietitian1Flavia Fayet, BSc, MNutrDiet, PhD Candidate1Stewart Truswell, MD, FFPHM, FRACP, Emeritus Professor11 University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW.
2 Ragnhild Schibbyes, Oslo, Norway.
Correspondence: J.BrandmillerATmmb.usyd.edu.au

References

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2. World Health Organization. Influenza research at the human and animal interface. Report of a WHO working group. Geneva: WHO, 2006. http://www.who.int/csr/resources/pub...IP_2006_3C.pdf (accessed Mar 2007).
3. Duerr HP, Brockmann SO, Piechotowski I, et al. Influenza pandemic intervention planning using InfluSim: pharmaceutical and nonpharmaceutical interventions. BMC Infect Dis 2007; 7: 76-90.
   
4. Chiang JC, Koutavas A. Climate change: tropical flip-flop connections. Nature 2004; 432: 684-685.
   
5. Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing, National Health and Medical Research Council, New Zealand Ministry of Health. Nutrient reference values for Australia and New Zealand including recommended dietary intakes. Canberra: Commonwealth of Australia, 2006. http://www.nhmrc.gov.au/publications..._files/n35.pdf (accessed Jun 2007).

(Received 27 Mar 2007, accepted 11 Sep 2007)


http://www.mja.com.au/public/issues/...u10357_fm.html

[Sally Furniss]

Thanks to Senior Moderator FLA_Medic

The Oral Rehydration Solution



Dehydration, and severe diarrheal disease, particularly among children in the third world, is a massive killer. Recognizing this threat, more than 25 years ago the WHO (World Health Organization) came up with what is now called ORS, or an Oral Rehydration Solution.

Hundreds of millions of sachets, or packets of this powder, are shipped each year to various third world countries, and there is no doubt that their use has greatly decreased the loss of life due to cholera, dysentery, and other diseases.

In a Flu Pandemic, the need for ORS will be great throughout the world. In western societies, where modern medical care is common, IV’s are generally used instead of ORS. There are economic and psychological reasons for this, although many doctors argue that ORS would be just as effective for the majority of patients.


Dehydration, from a prolonged bout of flu; with it’s fever, vomiting, and diarrhea, can easily kill patients that might have otherwise survived the virus. As IV’s may well be in short supply, or simply unavailable during a pandemic, the use of ORS may well be the most beneficial treatment that most patients can receive. Certainly, with home care being the most likely venue for most patients, ORS will play a large role in the tratement of pandemic flu.

There are, however, conflicting opinions as to what constitutes the proper formula for making your own ORS. All formulas use a base of sugar and salt, in an appropriate ratio. Some formulas, however, add potassium and Sodium Bicarbonate.


A little Biochemistry

When the human body becomes dehydrated, it loses both water and essential electrolytes, particularly sodium. This condition can quickly become life threatening.

In the human body, fluids tend to move from a less salty environment to the saltier one. As an example, if someone drowns in fresh water, the water in the lungs is less salty than the blood, and so this water is quickly absorbed from the lungs into the surrounding tissues. If a person drowns in salt water, the water in the lungs is saltier than the blood, and so additional fluid is pulled into the lungs to `dilute’ the salt water. In other words, the body tries to balance both sides of the equation.

This is an important concept when dealing with rehydration therapy.
Ingesting plain water does not help restore the salt content of the body. But ingesting water with too much salt will draw fluids from the body, and make the dehydration worse.

While many believe the exact ratios of sugar and salt to be writ in stone, the truth is, if you have to err, err on the side of less salt.

Sugar is added to the ORS solution for two reasons. First, it was discovered in the early 1960’s that sugar helped with the transport of fluids across the cellular membranes in the bowel. In 1977, the British Medical Journal Lancet called this `possibly the most important medical discovery of the 20th century’.

Sugar also provides needed calories, and as a carbohydrate, can help prevent ketoacidosis from occurring.

But, as with salt, too much sugar can be detrimental, it can promote diarrhea, and make the loss of fluids worse.

This is one concern regarding the use of sports drinks, such as gatoraid, for rehydration therapy. Many of these commercially available mixtures simply have too much sugar.

Making your own ORS

The bottom line, of course, is how to make a cheap, safe, and effective ORS powder yourself.

The simplest formula is 3 Tablespoons of sugar, and 1 teaspoon of salt, dissolved in 1 quart of potable water.

An alternative simple formula is 8 teaspoons of sugar, and 1 teaspoon of salt, dissolved in 1 quart of potable water.



This basic formula has been used effectively for more than 30 years by WHO, UNICEF, and other relief agencies and has saved millions of lives.

Over the past year, there has been some debate over the amount of salt and sugar in this formula. The old formula certainly works, and is safe. But some doctors have argued that a lower salt and sugar level might reduce fluid loss by curbing diarrhea.

I’ve elected to create single-serve packets of ORS powder, with each packet designed to be added to 1 liter of water. Two packets would be used for a 2-liter bottle.

I’ve located small, reclosable baggies, called bagettes sold at Michaels Art Supplies. You will find them in the bead section. Snack sized baggies, though lighter gauge plastic, would work as well. The small 2”x3” bagettes are just a little too small for the amount of powder required. You will need to go to the next size up, which are 3”x5”.

Along with these baggies, you will need table salt and sugar. I am electing to use non-iodized salt, although I am not aware of any reason why iodized salt would present a problem. The only other things you will need are measuring spoons and a felt tipped marker.

Into each baggie I am placing 3 TABLESPOONS of Sugar, and 1 TEASPOON of salt. These do not need to be mixed. I am writing on each Baggie “ORS POWDER- ADD TO 1 LITER OF WATER”.

This is the basic formula recommended by Dr. Grattan Woodson in his GOOD HOME TREATMENT OF INFLUENZA guide.

In his home medical guide, Dr. Woodson writes:

"Preventing or treating dehydration in people with flu will save more lives than any other intervention during the influenza pandemic."

Identification of dehydration

When patients have a fever, vomiting, and/or diarrhea, they lose much more water from the body than is commonly appreciated. Symptoms of dehydration include weakness, dizziness, headache, confusion, and fainting. Signs of dehydration include dryness of the mouth, decreased saliva, lack of or very small urine volume that is dark and highly concentrated, sunken eyes, loss of skin elasticity, low blood pressure, especially upon sitting up or rising from the sitting to the standing position, and fast pulse rate, especially when moving from the lying to sitting or standing positions

You may elect to add a flavoring to this mixture. Unsweetened Koolaid would add flavor and color, and make the drink more palatable to some. It might, however, prove to be an intestinal irritant to some people. I intend to leave mine unflavored, and will add koolaid to individual liters of solution if desired.

For roughly $15 here in the United States, you can buy 400 bagettes, 15 pounds of sugar, and a couple of pounds of salt, and have enough supplies on hand to make 100 gallons of ORS. Personally, I intend to make up at least 600 packets, so I will have plenty to hand out to neighbors who might need them.

I am figuring that a patient, over a week or two, might require as much as 10 gallons of ORS solution. For most adults, ingesting 3 to 4 liters a day would not be excessive. Patients that are very ill, may only be able to take a teaspoon at a time, but every attempt should be made to force fluids.

At 15 cents a gallon, the price is right. And for someone who is dehydrated, having this solution on hand can be lifesaving.

CAVEATS

You should never attempt to force fluids by mouth on anyone who is unconscious. An eye dropper may be used to slowly infuse liquids in semi conscious pateints but there is a risk of choking.

Better to dilute this powder too much, than too little. DO NOT SKIMP ON THE WATER.

For more complete information on oral rehydration fluids visit the Healthlink Worldwide webpage at
http://rehydrate.org/dd/su19.htm

[Sally Furniss]

100 Items to Disappear 1st + Sarajevo survivor

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http://www.thepowerhour.com/news/ite...ppearfirst.htm

100 Items to Disappear First

1. Generators (Good ones cost dearly. Gas storage, risky. Noisy...target of thieves; maintenance etc.)

2. Water Filters/Purifiers

3. Portable Toilets

4. Seasoned Firewood. Wood takes about 6 - 12 months to become dried, for home uses.

5. Lamp Oil, Wicks, Lamps (First Choice: Buy CLEAR oil. If scarce, stockpile
ANY!)
6. Coleman Fuel. Impossible to stockpile too much.
7.
8. Hand-can openers, & hand egg beaters, whisks.
9. Honey/Syrups/white, brown sugar
10. Rice - Beans - Wheat
11. Vegetable Oil (for cooking) Without it food burns/must be boiled etc.,)
12. Charcoal, Lighter Fluid (Will become scarce suddenly)
13. Water Containers (Urgent Item to obtain.) Any size. Small: HARD CLEAR PLASTIC ONLY - note - food grade if for drinking.

16. Propane Cylinders (Urgent: Definite shortages will occur.
17. Survival Guide Book.
18. Mantles: Aladdin, Coleman, etc. (Without this item, longer-term lighting is difficult.)
19. Baby Supplies: Diapers/formula. ointments/aspirin, etc.

20. Washboards, Mop Bucket w/wringer (for Laundry)
21. Cookstoves (Propane, Coleman & Kerosene)
22. Vitamins
23. Propane Cylinder Handle-Holder (Urgent: Small canister use is dangerous without this item)
24. Feminine Hygiene/Haircare/Skin products.
25. Thermal underwear (Tops & Bottoms)

26. Bow saws, axes and hatchets, Wedges (also, honing oil)
27. Aluminum Foil Reg. & Heavy Duty (Great Cooking and Barter Item)
28. Gasoline Containers (Plastic & Metal)
29. Garbage Bags (Impossible To Have Too Many).
30. Toilet Paper, Kleenex, Paper Towels

31. Milk - Powdered & Condensed (Shake Liquid every 3 to 4 months)
32. Garden Seeds (Non-Hybrid) (A MUST)
33. Clothes pins/line/hangers (A MUST)
34. Coleman's Pump Repair Kit
35. Tuna Fish (in oil)

36. Fire Extinguishers (or..large box of Baking Soda in every room)
37. First aid kits
38. Batteries (all sizes...buy furthest-out for Expiration Dates)
39. Garlic, spices & vinegar, baking supplies
40. Big Dogs (and plenty of dog food)

41. Flour, yeast & salt
42. Matches. {"Strike Anywhere" preferred.) Boxed, wooden matches will go first
43. Writing paper/pads/pencils, solar calculators
44. Insulated ice chests (good for keeping items from freezing in Wintertime.)
45. Workboots, belts, Levis & durable shirts

46. Flashlights/LIGHTSTICKS & torches, "No. 76 Dietz" Lanterns
47. Journals, Diaries & Scrapbooks (jot down ideas, feelings, experience;
Historic Times)
48. Garbage cans Plastic (great for storage, water, transporting - if with
wheels)
49. Men's Hygiene: Shampoo, Toothbrush/paste, Mouthwash/floss, nail clippers,
etc
50. Cast iron cookware (sturdy, efficient)

51. Fishing supplies/tools
52. Mosquito coils/repellent, sprays/creams
53. Duct Tape
54. Tarps/stakes/twine/nails/rope/spikes
55. Candles

56. Laundry Detergent (liquid)
57. Backpacks, Duffel Bags
58. Garden tools & supplies
59. Scissors, fabrics & sewing supplies
60. Canned Fruits, Veggies, Soups, stews, etc.

61. Bleach (plain, NOT scented: 4 to 6% sodium hypochlorite)
62. Canning supplies, (Jars/lids/wax)
63. Knives & Sharpening tools: files, stones, steel
64. Bicycles...Tires/tubes/pumps/chains, etc
65. Sleeping Bags & blankets/pillows/mats

66. Carbon Monoxide Alarm (battery powered)
67. Board Games, Cards, Dice
68. d-con Rat poison, MOUSE PRUFE II, Roach Killer
69. Mousetraps, Ant traps & cockroach magnets
70. Paper plates/cups/utensils (stock up, folks)

71. Baby wipes, oils, waterless & Antibacterial soap (saves a lot of water)
72. Rain gear, rubberized boots, etc.
73. Shaving supplies (razors & creams, talc, after shave)
74. Hand pumps & siphons (for water and for fuels)
75. Soysauce, vinegar, bullions/gravy/soupbase

76. Reading glasses
77. Chocolate/Cocoa/Tang/Punch (water enhancers)
78. "Survival-in-a-Can"
79. Woolen clothing, scarves/ear-muffs/mittens
80. Boy Scout Handbook, / also Leaders Catalog

81. Roll-on Window Insulation Kit (MANCO)
82. Graham crackers, saltines, pretzels, Trail mix/Jerky
83. Popcorn, Peanut Butter, Nuts
84. Socks, Underwear, T-shirts, etc. (extras)
85. Lumber (all types)

86. Wagons & carts (for transport to and from)
87. Cots & Inflatable mattress's
88. Gloves: Work/warming/gardening, etc.
89. Lantern Hangers
90. Screen Patches, glue, nails, screws,, nuts & bolts

91. Teas
92. Coffee
93. Cigarettes
94. Wine/Liquors (for bribes, medicinal, etc,)
95. Paraffin wax

96. Glue, nails, nuts, bolts, screws, etc.
97. Chewing gum/candies
98. Atomizers (for cooling/bathing)
99. Hats & cotton neckerchiefs
100. Goats/chickens

From a Sarajevo War Survivor:
Experiencing horrible things that can happen in a war - death of parents and friends, hunger and malnutrition, endless freezing cold, fear, sniper attacks.

1. Stockpiling helps. but you never no how long trouble will last, so locate near renewable food sources.

2. Living near a well with a manual pump is like being in Eden.

3. After awhile, even gold can lose its luster. But there is no luxury in war quite like toilet paper. Its surplus value is greater than gold's.

4. If you had to go without one utility, lose electricity - it's the easiest to do without (unless you're in a very nice climate with no need for heat.)

5. Canned foods are awesome, especially if their contents are tasty without heating. One of the best things to stockpile is canned gravy - it makes a lot of the dry unappetizing things you find to eat in war somewhat edible. Only needs enough heat to "warm", not to cook. It's cheap too, especially if you buy it in bulk.

6. Bring some books - escapist ones like romance or mysteries become more valuable as the war continues. Sure, it's great to have a lot of survival guides, but you'll figure most of that out on your own anyway - trust me, you'll have a lot of time on your hands.

7. The feeling that you're human can fade pretty fast. I can't tell you how many people I knew who would have traded a much needed meal for just a little bit of toothpaste, rouge, soap or cologne. Not much point in fighting if you have to lose your humanity. These things are morale-builders like nothing else.

8. Slow burning candles and matches, matches, matches

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