My Backpack

In the book Finding Someplace, Reesie, the main character, must stow her things in a backpack to avoid Hurricane Katrina. This raises the question, did she bring the best tangible objects possible? She brought many technologies, Including a phone and a Document of insurance information. I would say she brought some good resources. Here is what I would have brought if I were in this situation.

As far as food, I would mostly use packaged food like instant oatmeal or cereal. They are both calorie-heavy, and can survive a while without going bad. Next, I would pack a few survival objects, such as a hand-crank flashlight to see where I am going without necessarily needing electricity. Also, a knife and blanket in case of disaster, like a tree falling near me. These are the necessary resources to bring.

I would fill up the rest with items not essential for survival. For example, insurance papers in case something happens to any non-packed belongings of mine, and a phone or radio for communication after I have (hopefully) reached safety.This is what I would bring, but this differs extremely from situation to situation.In conclusion, I would only really bring what I need, not want.