2025 Emergency Preparedness Interactive Storm Checklist
Be ready for anything in 2025 with the most comprehensive, interactive emergency preparedness storm checklist available online. This printable tool is updated with the latest guidance from FEMA, Red Cross, CDC, and Ready.gov, and is designed for families, homeowners, and businesses who want to be truly storm ready.
Our Storm Checklist incorporates the latest safety measures and supplies you need to prepare for storm emergencies.
Utilize our Storm Checklist to ensure you have everything necessary for a safe response to any disaster.
Use this checklist to track your disaster supplies, update your emergency plans, and get instant peace of mind. Check off items on any device your selections are saved until you refresh or clear your browser, making it the perfect interactive emergency storm checklist for 2025. Download or print your list anytime.
- Official, government-based recommendations always current for 2025
- Interactive and mobile-friendly works on all devices
- Printable and downloadable for home, car, or office safety
- Trusted by families nationwide
Protect your loved ones with the best interactive disaster checklist for 2025 prepared, printable, and optimized for today’s emergencies.
Emergency Preparedness Checklist
- Water – 1 gallon per person per day (at least 3 days)
- Non-perishable food (at least 3 days supply)
- Manual can opener (non-electric)
- Battery-powered or hand-crank radio, NOAA Weather Radio
- Flashlight and extra batteries
- First aid kit
- Whistle to signal for help
- Dust mask, plastic sheeting & duct tape (for shelter in place)
- Moist towelettes, garbage bags & ties (for personal sanitation)
- Wrench or pliers (to turn off utilities)
- Local maps (paper, not just phone)
- Cell phone with chargers and backup battery
- Cash and small bills
- Copies of insurance, IDs, and important documents in waterproof pouch
- Prescription meds (at least 7 days) & medical supplies
- Non-prescription meds (pain relievers, etc.)
- Spare glasses/contacts & solution
- Personal hygiene: soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, feminine products, sanitizer
- Infant care: formula, diapers, bottles, wipes
- Pet care: food, water, leash, carrier, vaccination records
- Face masks (N95 or surgical)
- Multi-tool or Swiss Army knife
- Waterproof matches or lighter
- Sleeping bag, warm blanket, emergency “space” blanket
- Change of clothes & sturdy shoes (seasonal)
- Fire extinguisher (home & car)
- Books, games, comfort items for children
- Extra water & high-calorie snacks
- Jumper cables, tire repair kit, spare tire
- Flares or reflective triangles
- Warm blanket, hat, gloves (for winter)
- Cell phone car charger
- Family emergency plan, including out-of-town contacts
- Practice evacuation & fire drills (at least twice a year)
- Smoke & CO detectors with fresh batteries
- Rotate/replace food, water, and medicines every 6-12 months
- Stay informed with NOAA Weather Radio and local alerts
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What is an Emergency Preparedness Storm Checklist?
An emergency preparedness checklist is a proven step-by-step list of essential supplies, gear, and planning steps designed to help families, homeowners, and businesses stay safe during natural disasters and unexpected emergencies. This checklist is based on official government guidance from FEMA, Ready.gov, the CDC, and the American Red Cross.
Why Use a FEMA and Red Cross Approved Storm Checklist?
- Ensures you don’t miss any critical supplies or steps.
- Follows the latest 2025 recommendations for storms, floods, wildfires, and power outages.
- Trusted by government agencies and families nationwide.
- Printable and mobile-friendly for use at home, work, or on the go.
How to Build Your Family Emergency Kit
- Start with water and food for at least three days.
- Add first aid supplies, a flashlight, and a NOAA radio.
- Include copies of documents, cash, and extra phone chargers.
- Check your kit every 6–12 months and update as needed.
For expert picks and gear breakdowns, see our Emergency Preparedness Gear guide.
Printable and Shareable
You can print this emergency preparedness Storm checklist, save it as a PDF, or share the link with family members. Preparedness is better together!
Official Resources for Storm Preparedness:
- Ready.gov: Emergency Supply List
- FEMA: Make a Family Emergency Plan
- CDC: Emergency Preparedness & Response
- NOAA National Hurricane Center: Hurricane Prep
All links open in a new tab. We recommend reviewing your local city or county emergency management site for specific alerts.
How to Use This Storm Checklist
- Read through the full checklist. Each section covers supplies and planning for different emergencies (hurricanes, power outages, and more).
- Check off items as you pack your storm kit at home, for your car, and for family members with special needs.
- Review your plan with your household. Decide where to go if you need to evacuate, and how to contact each other if separated.
- Print or save your checklist. Use the print button to make a hard copy or save as PDF for offline use. (Some browsers let you “Save as PDF” from the print dialog.)
- Update your kit every 6–12 months. Replace expired food, batteries, and medicines. Practice drills twice a year.
This checklist is trusted by Florida families and storm-prone households nationwide.