Home & Car Emergency Kits offer the critical supplies you need to stay safe and self-sufficient whether you’re at home or traveling. Our home emergency kits help families shelter in place during earthquakes, storms, and extended power outages by providing essential food, water, lighting, sanitation items, first aid supplies, and communication tools. Car emergency kits are designed to keep you protected during roadside emergencies, breakdowns, evacuations, and natural disasters while on the road.
Home Emergency Kits include long-shelf-life food bars, U.S. Coast Guard–approved water pouches, gloves, masks, first aid supplies, flashlights, AM/FM radios, blankets, tools, and other 72-hour essentials that meet FEMA and Red Cross recommendations. Car Emergency Kits include jumper cables, thermal blankets, reflective warning devices, ponchos, first aid, multitools, and emergency water, compactly organized for quick access in your trunk or under a seat.
These combined kits provide peace of mind for families, commuters, and workplaces by ensuring readiness in multiple scenarios. Whether you need to evacuate quickly or shelter in place, having both home and vehicle kits ensures protection no matter where an emergency strikes.
All Home & Car Emergency Kits are assembled at More Prepared’s California warehouse using reliable components trusted by schools, businesses, government agencies, and emergency managers. Choose the kit that fits your household size, vehicle type, and regional risks to create a strong foundation for comprehensive emergency preparedness.
FAQ
What should a home emergency kit include?
A home emergency kit should include drinking water, 72-hour food rations, first aid supplies, lighting, communication tools, sanitation items, gloves, masks, emergency blankets, and basic tools. Kits should support all household members for at least 72 hours.
What should a car emergency kit include?
A car emergency kit typically includes emergency water, thermal blankets, jumper cables, first aid supplies, flashlights, reflective triangles, gloves, ponchos, a multitool, and other items to help during breakdowns or evacuations.
Do I need both a home and a car emergency kit?
Yes. Emergencies can occur at home, at work, or while driving. Home emergency kits support shelter-in-place situations, while car kits help during roadside incidents, evacuations, or getting stranded.
How long do supplies in these kits last?
Emergency food and water usually have a 5-year shelf life. Tools, blankets, radios, and other gear last indefinitely but should be checked yearly to ensure everything is functional.
How many people does each kit support?
Home emergency kits are available for 1–4 people or more. Car kits are typically designed for one vehicle but can be supplemented with extra first aid, blankets, and water for families.
Do these kits meet FEMA recommendations?
Yes. Our kits follow FEMA and Red Cross guidelines for emergency preparedness, including food, water, sanitation, lighting, and communication tools. While these agencies don’t endorse specific brands, our kits meet their published requirements.
Can I customize a home or car emergency kit?
Absolutely. We can customize kits to match household size, commuter needs, local hazards, or special requirements. We regularly build custom kits for families, commuters, campuses, and emergency teams.
Where should home and car kits be stored?
Home kits should be kept in an easily accessible location such as a closet, pantry, or near an exit. Car kits should be stored in the trunk or under a seat for fast access during breakdowns or evacuations.
