We’re all aware by now of the Coronavirus and the devastation it has brought with it. While some might not be too worried about it, we wanted to share with you a Coronavirus Grocery List. Just know it’s OK to stockpile goods in case of quarantine.
If you are a follower of our site, you know that we like to be prepared and believe everyone should have some basic preparedness plans in their lives to protect their families.
Many Americans are preparing to quarantine themselves.
As of today the passengers of a Diamond Princess cruise ship and some residents of a Washington state nursing home are the people officially quarantined.
There also is a requirement from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention that has been keeping those who returned from China in quarantine for 14 days. Local communities may soon have to respond to “severe” disruptions though.
We’re all for being prepared and want the best for our community.
As of today, there are 111,362 confirmed Coronavirus cases according to the Coronavirus COVID-19 Global Cases by Johns Hopkins CSSE. You can click that link to see a live count.
We decided to put together a Coronavirus Grocery List to help some of the readers who aren’t a part of our preparedness community. Many of the things included in the list below account for the chance of the power going out. So keep that in mind as you read this.
Here’s what to have on your coronavirus grocery list:
BEVERAGES
Water: A gallon per person, per day, enough for seven days. Or if you buy the bottles, that’s eight 16-ounce bottles per person or 56 bottles for seven days.
Juice: Juice and enhanced waters in boxes and plastic bottles.
Milk: Powdered or shelf-stable, in single-serving boxes. (Store more water if you are planning to use powdered milk.)
Alcohol: In general, don’t. A glass of wine may calm the nerves but too much will cloud judgment.
Caffeine: Canned coffee drinks or energy drinks such as Red Bull.
SNACK FOOD
Crackers: For snacking or eating with cheese and cold cuts from the fridge just after power goes out.
Fruit: Single-serving fruit cups and applesauce. When a storm is a few days away, buy apples and oranges.
Healthier snacks: Granola bars, Fruit Roll-Ups, dried fruit, rice cakes, nuts and trail mix offer nutrition and have a long shelf life.
Comfort food: You might as well buy the Twinkies (or Pop-Tarts, doughnuts, Nutter Butters or Little Debbies). You know you’re going to crave them.
MEALS
Canned soups, chili, vegetables, stews: They can be eaten cold but can also be heated in a pot on the grill.
Cereal: vitamin-fortified cereal can be eaten dry or with boxed or powdered milk.
Preserved meats: Beef jerky is high-protein, low-carb and good for diabetics. Canned tuna, chicken, even Spam, also provide protein.
Condiments: Mayonnaise is generally a no-no because of refrigeration issues, but get the smallest jar you can and make tuna or chicken salad. Look for condiments – ketchup, hot sauce, mustard, relish, salt, and pepper – in individual packets.
MUST-HAVES
Supplies: Garbage bags and ties, paper towels, wipes, fuel (charcoal, lighter fluid, matches) or a full propane tank for the grill, hand sanitizer. Don’t forget the manual can opener. Plastic wrap or storage containers.
Tableware: Paper plates, napkins and paper or plastic cups; plastic forks, knives and spoons; a couple of serving spoons, forks and knives for food preparation and serving.
Pet food: Food and drink for your pets, and their familiar dishes. Vitamins and medications.
Other things to consider as you collect provisions
Remember to remain calm. Our world has been through issues similar to this before and we’ve made it through to the other side. It’s important to keep a level head and follow the plans your family has in place.
Right now it’s a good idea to take inventory of your pantry. You probably already have a few foods that are appropriate for emergency situations. Things like bread, crackers, peanut butter, etc. If you’re low on those things, add them to your list.
In the case of a power outage being expected here are a few things to do….
• Fill your coolers and pack the freezer with ice as close as you can before the storm makes landfall. Put drinks in the fridge and move to the cooler when they are cold rather than room temperature to preserve the ice. If the power goes out, you’ll have cold drinks, at least for a while.