The list author says: "I have seen many survival lists that appear incomplete and self serving. I have picked each item for quality, price, alternative uses, and long term storage. I have three children and I do not want to find myself scrambling to find food and water should disaster strike. I would purchase items over time and try to modify the items for your specific needs."
"This is a basic medical text that might help in the event of an emergency. There is also a version written in everyday english for non health professionals."
"Why spend the time making a fire from scratch when disposable lighters are readily available and easy to use. Learn the firemaking skills but use the lighter to save energy and time."
"10 year shelf life, a variety of foods are available. What would you or your family do for food if you have no power and must remain in your home for a week or more."
"Iodine supplement may prevent your body from absorbing and storing radioactive iodine in your thyroid. Relatively cheep and easy to store. Something to keep around the house in case of a worst case senario. (i.e. dirty bomb, or nuclear accident)"
"This radio also allows you to use 2 way radios or walkie talkies with a hand crank. The ability to comunicate over a distance without ready access to power would be a wonderful thing in a disaster."
"These are very useful scissors that cut through most anything however they have a limited lifespan and can not be resharpened. I suggest that you buy a few."
"Easily stored indoors, burns in fireplace longer than wood, useful when the power is out during the winter and you need a source of heat. Especially when your woodpile outside is running low or is wet from rain."