Disclaimer

Household Emergency Kit provides general information to help households prepare for emergencies. It is not a substitute for official advice from the government, your local council, the emergency services or your utility companies.

Nothing on this site is medical advice. If you or someone you care for relies on medication or medical equipment, speak to your GP, pharmacist or equipment supplier about your own needs.

Calculated quantities are estimates based on official guidance where it exists and on typical figures otherwise. Your household’s needs may be different.

An independent guide. Not affiliated with or endorsed by the UK Government. Based on GOV.UK Be Ready guidance. The official guidance is at beready.campaign.gov.uk.

If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 999.