Handy Things During Limited or Uncertain Power

Thanks again to Texas Cooperative Extension of Texas A&M

Suggested Foods:

• Ready to eat canned/pouched meats/meals (can be eaten cold)
• Tuna
• Chicken
• Spaghetti/Pasta 
• Soups/Stews
• Meat (beef or turkey) jerky
• Nuts and Trail Mixes
• Peanut Butter
• Canned fruit and vegetables
• Canned/bottled juice
• Dried Fruit
• Breakfast, cereal, or granola bars
• Dry Breakfast Cereal
• Crackers/Cookies
• Bread 
• Multivitamins
• Handy candy (to help keep the mouth moist if water supplies are limited)
• Formula for infants (choose a formula that is ready to feed)
• Commercially prepared foods for infants and toddlers

Supplies:

• Manual (hand) can opener
• Food Storage bags
• Plastic/Aluminum Wrap
• Disposable Plates
• Plastic Knives, Forks & Spoons 
• Napkins and Paper Towels

Additional Tips:

• If your supply of safe and clean water is limited, buy foods that require little or no water. Also, choose low-salt varieties of crackers, nuts, soups, and stews to help minimize thirst.
• If access to refrigeration is limited, buy single servings of ready-to eat canned meats/meals.
• During this stressful time, choose foods that the family will eat. Try to eat enough energy (calories) and nutrients to maintain health.
• If your pets are with you, be sure to select nourish-able (Dry) foods for them too.

Reference: Get a Kit - Water and Food by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. http://www.ready.gov.