Inventory

Besides water and food, the Swiss Federal Office for National Economic Supply (FONES) recommends these items for your emergency supplies. Tick off what you already have at home – your progress is saved in this browser. Small children and pets may need extra items.

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Hygiene

Personal care, e.g. soap, shampoo, deodorant, toothpaste, razor
Panty liners, tampons, condoms
Toilet paper and tissues
Detergent and cleaning products
Rubbish bags

Health

Personal medication, e.g. insulin, antihistamines
Painkillers
Personal medical supplies, e.g. for stoma, incontinence or catheters
Wound disinfectant and dressings
Thermometer
50 face masks per person
Hand sanitiser (approx. 100 ml, 2 bottles per person)

Light, power & cooking

Torch – for a short while your phone will do
Spare batteries
Battery or solar-powered radio to receive IBBK emergency radio
Power bank, ideally battery or solar-powered
Candles (5) and matches or a lighter
Gas stove
Can opener or pocket knife

Cash & other

Cash in small notes and coins – enough for a week's shopping and a full tank of fuel
Always keep the fuel tank at least half full
Pet food

Source: Swiss Federal Office for National Economic Supply (FONES). According to FONES, these items do not depend on the chosen period. Open the emergency supply calculator

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