A go-bag contains essential supplies for emergencies like severe weather, power outages, or regional unrest.
Recommended items include a first aid kit, chargers, food, water, medications, and a flashlight.
The U.S. Department of State advises preparing a 72-hour kit to sustain individuals and families for at least three days.
When you're in the thick of a crisis, every minute counts—which is why having a bag of pre-packed essentials can be so vital to ensuring your family's safety. Whether it's severe weather like a hurricane or fire, a power outage or regional unrest due to a larger conflict , emergencies can strike when you least expect them; but having a prepared go-bag can help you navigate any crisis with a little more confidence and support.
A go-bag or "grab-and-go bag" is