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Family Emergency Preparedness Supplies – Budget-Friendly Finds
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items I'm sharing this list as we're preparing and updating our emergency supplies at home. I'm usually pretty good about staying prepared, but it was time to go through everything, add a few things, and make some adjustments to ensure we're ready for what...
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Budget-Friendly 4-Person Emergency Preparedness Kit – 3-Day Supply
Additional Emergency Preparedness & Backup Supplies
Budget-Friendly 4-Person Emergency Preparedness Kit – 3-Day Supply
An affordable emergency supply plan based on what I've put together for my family, covering essentials like food, water, first aid, lighting, and storage. I wanted to keep our initial budget under $200 and was able to find everything on our list for...
You'll need to buy 2 of these. As this is designed to sustain two individuals for a three-day period during emergency situations.
Ready America, 2 Person Emergency Kit (3 Day Backpack), Red, Five Year Shelf Life
Includes flashlights, lantern, headlamp and penlight.
Ozark Trail 6-Piece LED Flashlight Kit with Lantern, Headlamp and Penlight, Green
One 40-gallon rolling storage containe to keep your emergency supplies organized and easy to transport.
Sterilite 40 Gal XL Wheeled Industrial Plastic Storage Bin with Latch Lid and Pull Handle, Gray
I added two of these 6 packs. You'll probably want to store these outside of your main storage bin since water takes up quite a bit of space and adds a lot of weight. Keep them together in a cool, dry place where they're easy to access.
(6 pack) Great Value Purified Drinking Water, PET 1 Gallon bottle
I added one jar. When putting together emergency food supplies, I think it's important to include foods your family already likes and is comfortable eating.
Jif Creamy Peanut Butter, 16 oz Jar
Additional food to add to your supply. I added one of these.
Great Value Chewy Granola Bars Variety Pack, Family Pack, 0.84 oz, 24 Count
Practical addition to your emergency preparedness kit.
Farberware Professional Compact Manual Can Opener, Black
I added four cans of these to my emergency food supply, but you don't have to choose these exact ones. Pick whichever canned foods your family enjoys and would prefer to have on hand!
Progresso Beef Pot Roast with Country Vegetables Canned Soup, 18.5 oz
I added four cans of the mixed veggies to the emergency food supply.
Great Value Gluten-Free Mixed Vegetable Medley, Canned Mixed Vegetables, 14.5 oz Can
I added one four pack. An affordable, shelf-stable protein option that's perfect for emergency food supplies.
Great Value Chunk Light Tuna in Water, 5 oz, 4 Pack
Why I added one of these. They're easy to store and pair well with several of the other foods in the emergency kit.
Great Value Saltine Crackers, 16 oz, 4 Count
Additional Emergency Preparedness & Backup Supplies
Extra items to help strengthen your family's emergency preparedness beyond the basic kit. This includes backup power, solar generators, additional lighting, communication devices, storage solutions and other helpful supplies to prepare for extended ...
A portable backup power station featuring a 2,048Wh battery, 2,400W output and included bifacial solar panel.
Anker SOLIX C2000X Gen 2 (2,048Wh) Solar Generator w/ 200W Bifacial Portable Solar Panel 2400 -Watts Portable Power Station (1 Solar Panel Included)
Why I like it….The hand crank is especially important during extended power outages when you may not have access to electricity or sunlight to recharge.
TSV Hand Crank Emergency Radio, Portable Radio Solar Powerd AM FM WB NOAA Weather Radio with SOS Alarm, Cell Phone Charge
A handy addition to your household emergency supplies!
Best Buy Motorola Solutions T470 Two-Way Radio Black W Yellow Rechargeable Two-Pack Black Yellow JX5RX673QT sku
A first aid kit stocked with essential medical supplies for treating minor cuts, scrapes, burns and other everyday injuries.
HDX 328-Piece Commercial Clear Front Plastic OSHA First Aid Kit 59932
A convenient option for keeping phones and small devices charged during power outages or while away from home.
Solpowben 20000mAh Solar Power Bank, Dual USB Portable Charger with 2 Flashlight & Compass Battery Pack for Outdoor Camping Hiking (Orange)
An emergency food supply containing 84 servings of gluten-free, shelf-stable meals. Packaged in a bucket for easy storage and transport. These meals have a long shelf life. A helpful way to build up your family's food supply beyond the basic 3-day ki...
ReadyWise 84 Serving Gluten Free Grab and Go Bucket
We actually used sleeping bags years ago when our power went out. That experience is what got us started putting together our emergency supply kit and eventually purchasing a generator. It's one of those experiences that reminds you how important it ...
Quest Cypress Adult Hybrid Sleeping Bag 30F
A rechargeable LED lantern for power outages, severe weather, camping and emergency situations. Can be charged using solar power as well.
GoGreen Power 30 LED Indoor Outdoor Rechargeable Solar Lantern GG 113 30LSPOP
Personal note: We've had some of these in our emergency kit for years! They're small, lightweight and easy to store.
Lifestraw Personal Water Filter for Travel, Hiking, Camping and Survival
A great addition to your emergency preparedness kit so important paperwork is easier to locate and take with you if you need to evacuate!
Fireproof Document Bag with Lock Fireproof Document Storage Case，ANUNU Water Resistant Money Bag Storage Pouch Organizer Case Home Office for Documents Files Money Cards Passport Valuables
Having plenty of wipes on hand is especially helpful when running water isn't available. They're also useful for everyday household needs! I also keep a pack in my car.
Member's Mark Premium Baby Wipes, Refreshing Clean Scent, 12 pk., 1152 Wipes
Great for quick repairs, opening packages and handling unexpected situations during emergencies, camping or everyday use. A practical addition to your family's emergency preparedness kit!
Gerber Suspension NXT 15-N-1 Multi-Tool with Pocket Clip 31-003634
My kids make sure I always keep one in my car emergency kit in case I'm ever stranded in the cold, along with several other emergency items they've added for me.
Ready America Emergency Survival Blankets (25-Pack) 3101
An inexpensive item that could come in handy when you need to get someone's attention!
Quest Safety Whistle
A supply of disposable hand warmers to help keep your hands warm during cold weather, winter storms or unexpected power outages.
HotHands Hand Warmer 10-Pair Value Pack HH210PK36
Personal note: It's always great to have carbon monoxide detectors in every home, especially if you use a fireplace or gas appliances. An important addition to your family's safety and emergency preparedness supplies!
10-Year Battery Carbon Monoxide Detector with Digital
A convenient, shelf-stable emergency meal that's perfect for camping, power outages and emergency food supplies. Just add hot water.
Mountain House Freeze-Dried Lasagna with Meat Sauce, 2 Servings Camping Food
These individually packaged 1-liter water pouches are easy to store in your emergency tote.
Ready America 10-Year Shelf Life Aqua Literz 1 l (12-Pack) 73114
Battery-free light source that provides up to 8 hours of illumination. Great for power outages, severe weather, camping and emergency situations when flashlights aren't available and also in my car kit.
Ready America Green 8 Hour Lightstick (2-Pack) 27217
My son added this one to our emergency storage tote! It's a great little kit to have on hand, not only for emergency preparedness but also for camping and outdoor adventures.
SenQWFa 19-in-1 Black Emergency Survival Kit with Waterproof Case and Outdoor Camping Gear (1-Set) 67728FPH051