Family Emergency Plan Generator
Answer four quick questions and get a printable family emergency plan: a 3-day emergency-kit checklist scaled to your household, a fill-in contact card, evacuation essentials tuned to your commute, and the FEMA region resources for your state. Everything runs in your browser — nothing is uploaded.
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Family Emergency Plan — Texas
Household of 3 · commute ~25 mi · generated 8/20/2026
1 · Emergency contact card (fill in & keep in every bag)
| Contact | Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency (police / fire / medical) | 911 | Call first in an immediate emergency |
| Out-of-state contact | ____________ | Everyone texts this person to check in |
| Local meetup point (near home) | ____________ | e.g. neighbor's yard, corner mailbox |
| Regional meetup point | ____________ | e.g. community center, library |
| School / work contact | ____________ | Reunification & pickup info |
2 · Emergency kit checklist (3-day minimum, Ready.gov guidance)
- Water — 9 gallons total (1 gallon per person per day for 3 people × 3 days)
- Non-perishable food — 3-day supply for 3 people (9+ meals), plus manual can opener
- Flashlight + extra batteries (or hand-crank lantern)
- NOAA weather radio with batteries — check alerts for Texas
- First-aid kit with any daily medications (7-day supply) and prescription copies
- Whistle (signal for help), dust masks, plastic sheeting and duct tape
- Personal hygiene items, hand sanitizer, and toiletries
- Cash in small bills (ATMs and cards may not work after a disaster)
- Copies of IDs, insurance cards, and important documents in a waterproof pouch
- Phone chargers + backup power bank; family contact list on paper
3 · Evacuation & go-time essentials
Your commute of ~25 miles means you spend significant time away from home. Keep a personal go-bag and a "grab-and-go" kit in the car (water, snacks, phone charger, first-aid kit, flashlight), keep the tank at least half full, and pre-program alternate routes. In an event, do not leave work toward home until you know the route is passable.
- Know at least two routes out of your neighborhood — official directions always win
- Agree on a family meeting point in case you are apart when it happens
- Practice a 5-minute home evacuation drill with the whole household
- Keep the vehicle at least half-full of fuel when severe weather is forecast
- Program your local authorities' alert system and monitor local news
4 · FEMA region & state resources — Texas
Texas sits in FEMA Region 6 (South Central). During a declared disaster, FEMA coordinates federal support through this region's office, and your state emergency management agency issues the alerts and guidance you should follow. Bookmark your state emergency management site and check alerts from Ready.gov and your local emergency notifications before a storm or event arrives.
FEMA regional boundaries: fema.gov (retrieved 2026-08-20). This page links to official agencies only; it is not affiliated with FEMA or any government body.
Disclaimer: General preparedness guidance compiled from FEMA and Ready.gov (retrieved 2026-08-20) plus common-sense planning steps. Quantities are planning estimates, not requirements. During an active emergency, always follow instructions from local officials and emergency services. This tool does not provide emergency services and is not a substitute for official guidance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this plan a substitute for official instructions?
No. The plan is general preparedness guidance compiled from FEMA and Ready.gov (retrieved 2026-08-20). During an active emergency you must follow local officials, emergency alerts, and first responders first.
How much water should I store?
Ready.gov recommends at least 1 gallon of water per person per day for drinking and sanitation, and a minimum 3-day supply. The generator multiplies this by your household size (plus 3 gallons when you have pets).
What goes in a 3-day emergency kit?
Core items: water, non-perishable food, flashlight and batteries, NOAA weather radio, first-aid kit, medications, whistle, dust masks, plastic sheeting, duct tape, hygiene items, cash, document copies, and phone chargers. Pet households should add food, water, medications, and a carrier.
Why does my commute distance matter?
Longer commutes mean you may be away from home when an event happens. The generator adapts the evacuation notes so you plan for a car kit, alternate routes, and a reunification point rather than assuming everyone is home.
What is a FEMA region?
FEMA divides the U.S. into 10 regions that coordinate federal disaster response. The plan shows your state’s region and links the resources you should bookmark. Boundaries are the official fema.gov division (retrieved 2026-08-20).
Sources
- Ready.gov — Build a Kit & Make a Plan (water, food, kit contents). Retrieved 2026-08-20.
- FEMA — official 10-region division and disaster assistance overview. Retrieved 2026-08-20.
- State emergency management agencies — alert systems and evacuation guidance per state (linked via the tool above; verify locally).