Disaster preparedness: Essential items for family emergency bags

Preparing an emergency bag is a critical step for family disaster preparedness, especially in regions prone to unpredictable events like earthquakes. The Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) encourages citizens to maintain a readily accessible kit containing essential items to survive the initial period following a disaster.

Key components of an emergency bag include:

- Important Documents: Copies of identity cards (KTP, SIM, passports), family cards, insurance policies, bank books, and educational certificates should be kept in waterproof containers. - Food and Water: Prioritize non-perishable, ready-to-eat food and sufficient drinking water. It is recommended to check expiration dates regularly. - Lighting and Communication: Flashlights with spare batteries, mobile phones, chargers, power banks, and a radio are essential for staying informed when electricity or networks fail. - Health and Hygiene: Kits should include first aid supplies such as pain relievers, thermometers, masks, and bandages. For families with children, specific needs like pediatric prescriptions, inhalers, and electrolyte powders should be included. - Personal Items: Practical clothing, raincoats, and hygiene supplies like wet wipes, soap, and toothbrushes are necessary for maintaining sanitation.