These are the items that most emergency management officials and the American Red Cross feel are necessary to keep on hand for a grab-and-go kit:

		A NOAA all-hazards weather radio
		Flashlight
		Fresh batteries (AA, AAA, D) for the NOAA radio and any battery-powered radios and flashlights
		A properly stocked First Aid kit, with bandages, gauze, antiseptic, disposable gloves, scissors, eye wash, alcohol prep pads and aspirin.
		A 3-to-5 day supply of fresh drinking water with a 3-to-5 year shelf life
		A 3-to-5 day supply of non-perishable foods
		A 3-to-5 day of necessary medications
		Necessary supplies to care for the elderly and/or handicapped
		Baby supplies
		Pet supplies
		Toilet paper
		Plastic rubbish bags
		Duct tape

It's also important to make sure that a similar number of supplies are made available for children, the elderly and those who need assistance.