Powerful Preparations: 27 Essential Items for Safeguarding Yourself During Power Outages

When I was living in San Diego, California, the power went out for almost 24 hours.  Sure, we had a few candles, a flashlight, an AM radio and batteries; however, it took me a long time to find everything that was spread throughout my home, because it was dark.

Never again, I promised myself that next time I would be prepared, and put everything I need for the next power outage in one place, in one or more plastic containers.

I’m sure you’ve experienced a situation similar to this, or something much worse.  To avoid being without the necessary items when your power goes out for 24-hours, for days, or for weeks, consider putting together a Comprehensive Power Outage Kit.

Power Outage Kit Items:

1. Flashlights in Every Room
2. LED Flashlights
3. Rechargeable Flashlights
4. Rechargeable Batteries
5. Battery Charger
6. Solar Battery Charger
7. Rechargeable Work Lights
8. Solar Indoor Lights
9. Dynamo Flashlights Charges with Hand Crank
10. Dynamo AM Radio (Charges with Hand Crank)
11. Emergency AM Radio
12. Extra batteries for all battery powered items
13. Glow Sticks
14. Kerosene/Oil Lamps
15. Lamp Oil
16. Extra Wicks
17. Hurricane Lanterns
18. Propane Lamps
19. Propane Bottles
20. Matches
21. Power Bank
22. Extra Extension Cords
23. 24-Hour or Longer Candles
24. Whistle for signaling
25. Battery Tester
26. Playing Cards
27. Plastic Storage Container(s)