When disaster strikes, authorities urge people be ready to go with a prepacked bag with important items.

Here is a look at what Cal Fire recommends packing in order to be ready for evacuations.

Make sure your go bag includes the following items:

• A three-day supply of non-perishable food and three gallons of water per person
• A map with at least two evacuation routes
• Necessary prescriptions or medications
• A change of clothes and extra eyeglasses or contact lenses
• Extra car keys, credit cards, cash or traveler’s checks
• A first aid kit and sanitation supplies
• A flashlight and battery-powered radio with extra batteries
• Copies of important documents, such as birth certificates, passports, marriage licenses, etc.
• Pet food and water

In the event of sudden evacuations during the night, Cal Fire recommends to always have sturdy shoes and a flashlight close to your bed.

If you are preparing your evacuation kit in advance or if you have more time during the evacuation, Cal Fire explains you can also consider adding these items as well:

• Valuables that are easy to carry
• Family photos and irreplaceable items
• Personal computer data on hard drives and disks
• Chargers for cellphones and laptops

For more information on emergency supplies, such as how to prepare for disasters such as power outages, severe weather, winter weather and more you can visit here.