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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:
- Flashlights in Every Room
- LED Flashlights
- Rechargeable Flashlights
- Rechargeable Batteries
- Battery Charger
- Solar Battery Charger
- Rechargeable Work Lights
- Solar Indoor Lights
- Dynamo Flashlights Charges with Hand Crank
- Dynamo AM Radio (Charges with Hand Crank)
- Emergency AM Radio
- Extra batteries for all battery powered items
- Glow Sticks
- Kerosene/Oil Lamps
- Lamp Oil
- Extra Wicks
- Hurricane Lanterns
- Propane Lamps
- Propane Bottles
- Matches
- Power Bank
- Extra Extension Cords
- 24-Hour or Longer Candles
- Whistle for signaling
- Battery Tester
- Playing Cards
- Plastic Storage Container(s)
