Another essential electronic:Cell/smartphone To communicate with scattered family members. Designate an out-of-town emergency contact—long-distance calls may be easier to make than local ones.
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Food
Kashi TLCgranola bars. $4.30/box of six ($11.60/pack of four boxes Amazon.com)
Ready to eat, no refrigeration required—think trail mix and sports bars. Pack water too.
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Pet supplies
Nonskid pet bowl. From $3.70; at Target stores
Bring a couple of days’ worth of water and food, plus a crate or carrier for Fido and/or Fluffy.