Step 10: Money

Step 10:  MONEY!!!!

Stash Cash in small bills.  How much is up to you. Everyone has different thoughts and ideas on the appropriate amount.  If there is an emergency, there will be no electricity and stores will not be able to give you change. The suggestion is to keep bills in denominations no larger that $10. That will be one expensive loaf of bread if you only have $20. Loose change is heavy.

Consider that the parents may not evacuate together, so it might be a good idea to have the same amount hidden in each pack.  How much? you decide.  It might also be ok to have your older children stash a little cash, maybe $10 in case you get separated. The adults might want to keep enough for a tank of gas, maybe a hotel, and some groceries.  $200 $300? It is up to you.

Keep the money in a waterproof container. I have heard of times where people will actually put small bills in a #10 can and seal it with their food storage.

Just remember if electricity is down, there will be no ATMs or credit card machines.

(referenced www.preparedlds.blogspot.com used with permission)