With all the catastrophes happening around us, you've probably thought of making an emergency bag. Here are some good ideas:

1. Flashlight

2. multitool - like a swiss army knife or leatherman tool

3. some form of rope to tie things

4. Identification

5. a small bottle of water

6. first aid kit

7. extra clothes

8. small umbrella

9. tourniquet

10. marker (such as a sharpie or permanent marker)

11. pen or pencil

12. small powerbank with charging cable

13. emergency contact numbers

14. reusable cup

15. toiletries like a travel toothbrush, soap, toilet paper, and toothpaste.

16. condoms - may come in handy to tie things or to carry water or to waterproof electronics.