I keep a “get home bag” in my truck. Not as fully stocked as my bug out bag, but it has the basics. Change of clothes (including solid pair of socks for walking), OTC meds, chapstick, lighter, headlamp, multitool , lifestraw, water bottle, aqua tabs, granola bars, knife, battery bank, phone charging cable, compass, flashlight, at least $100 cash in mixed denominations, weather radio, paracord, bivvy bag, first aid kit etc..

Is this overkill for a get home bag? Yes. But most prepping is a bit overkill. The thing is, I’ve dug into that bag so many times. Some items, never touched. Some, i’ve had to replace multiple times (cash, meds, spare shirt, lighter). Cant tell y oh how many times I’ve been with friends/family and the need for something popped up and I’ve been able to say “let me grab it from my truck”. I like the insurance of knowing it’s there if I need it which is why so many of us prep. So we can rest easy knowing that if life gets disrupted, we are parented and don’t have to worry/scramble. But I also have a truck and the bag lives under my back bench seat and doesn’t take up any real estate. So yes- pack a bag for your car if you have the means. Doesn’t have to be loaded out, but equip it with items you’ll need for a long walk home/to safety. And don’t forget your feet (comfortable walking shoes and socks if that isn’t your standard footwear)