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What you'll want when đź’© hits the fan
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I feel like so many of us worry & stress about what we'd do or what we'd need in an emergency crisis situation. Yet we don't know where or what to start preparing. So I'm sharing things & tips I used to build up our supplies. We just started ...
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Food & Drinks

My absolute best advice for food is- when grocery shopping for weekly or monthly groceries, grab extra. I know I know… who can afford extra right now?! You can!!! Example- you need 3 cans of tuna for your regular grocery list, buy 4 instead of 3. Tha... 

 
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Buy whatever rice works best for you & your family.
Mahatma Rice Food
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Experts suggest 1 gallon of water per person per day in an emergency situation. And to have between 3-7 days worth of food & water per person.
Crystal Geyser Water in Beverages - Walmart.com
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Canned goods are generally inexpensive & have a variety to choose from: veggies, beans, soups, sauces, fruits, & meats. These are definitely cheaper items so you should be able to buy a few extras.
Canned goods in Pantry(1000+)
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Pastas are a must when survival prepping. Easy to cook, filling, & feeds a lot.
Barilla Pasta
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Quinoa is definitely something you should have. It’s an ancient grain. If I remember correctly 1 cup of dry quinoa makes 3 cups cooked. It’s packed with protein & versatile. Have as sweet or savory. *Recently learned you are supposed to roast qui...
Great Value Organic White Quinoa, 16 oz
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Buy items in multipacks & divide down. So this box you may want to put 3, or whatever number works for you, in your pantry & the rest in emergency supplies.
Kraft Original Mac N Cheese Macaroni and ... - Walmart
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It’s kinda hard to stock up on protein for emergencies. Canned meat is a great way to be able to have easy portable protein. And with this being a multipack take a few for your emergency supplies & keep the rest in the pantry.
Kirkland Signature, Chicken Breast, 12.5 oz, 6-Count
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Now these may be pricey, but it's an easy way to ensure you have food. It is recommended you have between 3-7 days worth of supplies per person.
Augason Farms
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I know a lot of you are thinking “eww, no way.” But we give dry powder milk (formula) to our babies that can’t breast feed. How many of you use protein powders (also good for emergency supplies) for shakes & smoothies? Not much difference really.
Shelf Stable Whole Milk
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These are great to keep in a bugout bag. In an emergency when food is scarce these will give a little boost.
Transcend Glucose Gel Packs
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This another gel thing. Reason I'm sharing is because this one has chia. Chia makes me feel icky so I can't have it. But everyone else seems to like chia so this another option.
Huma Chia Energy Gel, Variety 12 Pack
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I’m typically not a fan of dry potatoes (but will eat Idahoan potatoes) my husband loves them though. These are the closest, imo, to actual mashed potatoes. You just add boiling water. In a pinch or emergency these are wonderful.
Idahoan Mashed Potatoes
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I buy a lot here. Just like any store you’ll find good & bad. So give Aldi a try if you haven’t yet.
Aldi
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Sams Club is also another great place to stock up on supplies. Food, supplies, storage, & so much more.
Gift Cards for Sale
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Easiest way to stock up for emergency supplies is bulk/ wholesale shopping. At Costco you never know what you’ll find. Not only food but hygiene, tools, generators, batteries, storage, & more
Memberships & Costco Shop Cards
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Jerky, source of protein
Jack Link's Beef Jerky and Dried Meats in Snacks ...
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Freeze dried foods are a pretty healthy option when anytime. During the freeze drying process the food is actually able to keep more nutrients than dehydrating.
Freeze Dried Food Bulk
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Apparently instant coffee pretty much never goes bad. Idk?… What is the point of decaf coffee?
Instant coffee
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Full of fiber
Oatmeal & Grits in Breakfast & Cereal(1000+)
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If you are not familiar with Life Straw they are a water filtration company. You can put brown water in, filter it, & it comes out clean. They have all sorts of water filters ranging from straws, to pitchers, water bottles, & even larger com...
LifeStraw in Portable Water Filtration(23)
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Peanut butter is a great food source in emergency situations.
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Not ideal but will keep someone from starvation
Emergency Food Bars
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First Aid/ Medical

Be ready if you ever need to be

 
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My niece is a CNA & says they use these where she works. She says they work pretty well in emergencies
MediTac Intermediate Bleeding Control Pack
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Every household & every emergency kit should have one of these
Lifevac
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Having this could save a life or limb by stopping or slowing bleeding
Combat Tourniquet
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Cleans the wound without burning or stinging, doesn’t have any super strong odor
Bactine
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Keep these in your first aid kit
Bandage Scissors
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Nexcare is truly waterproof if you get the bandage on correctly.
Nexcare Bandages in First Aid(115)
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CVS has a few different styles of elastic bandages
CVS Health Elastic Bandage | Pick Up In Store TODAY at ...
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Make sure to have things like Acetaminophen, ibuprofen, & aspirin on hand
Tylenol in Tylenol
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Don’t forget meds for kids & babies also
Children's Ibuprofen
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In emergency situations food may become hard to find. Having vitamins & supplements can aid in keeping you going
Buy Vitamins and Supplements Online
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Make sure to have a list of prescription medications you, your family, friends, or whoever you would be bunkered down with will need.
CVS Pharmacy
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Aspirin for pain, heart, fever reducer, strokes, the all around otc med
Aspirin
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Equipment

Useful equipment such as generators, radios, flashlights, etc

 
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Quick tip when buying emergencies supplies yellow or orange are your safest bet. They are bright & standout so if dropped or lost easier to find.
5000 Weather Radio,Solar Hand Crank 5-Way ...
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Just a few weeks ago a storm knocked our power out for over 18 hours. We were worried about our frozen & cold foods going bad. Luckily my dad left us a generator because he had no room for it. We ran it off & on on timed intervals & our f...
Westinghouse Generator
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Batteries of all sizes are needed in emergency preparation- AAA, AA, C, D, 9V, etc
Kirkland Signature Alkaline AA Batteries, 48-count
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When the lights go out you'll need some sort of light
Flashlight Sets
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Solar generators or gas generators for when the power goes out
Generators & Power
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Detect radiation levels
EMF Meters
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When communications go down this is the best way to stay in contact with family & friends
Amazon.com: Long Range Walkie Talkies 100 Miles
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Don’t forget the antenna. *Fun fact I go by Thunderbolt Fred because my dad was a truck driver. His CB call sign was Thunderbolt & he nicknamed me Fred as a child.*
CB Radios
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For us the distance before starting to cut out was approximately a mile & half- through an RV park, highway, & forested area. We haven’t tested them in a clear wide open space yet, but expect they will do just as good if not better.  Easy to use & kids love them.
Topsung Walkie Talkies for Adult, Easy to Use ...
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Survival

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The straw actually does work & doesn’t taste bad either. Great for a backpack, car kit, or while hiking.
Lifestraw
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Luckily haven’t had to use these but we got them in our kit
Go Time Gear Life Emergency Bivy Sack - Thermal
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Lightweight, small, easily portable
Go Time Gear Emergency Mylar Survival Blankets
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You just never know when something like this is needed
Go Time Gear Emergency Fire Blanket for Home ...
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For bigger people these are amazing.
Don't Die In The Woods
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Poncho that keeps you warm
PREPARED4X Emergency Rain Poncho with ...
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Knives have multiple uses for prepping & survival.
Smith & Wesson Extreme Ops Folding Knife
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Handy for chopping wood, building shelter, cutting rope
Best Camping Axes & Hatchets
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If you've been deer hunting, waiting for a bus, or any reason you would be outside in cold you know these come in very useful.
HotHands in Sports & Outdoors Shop by Brand(197)
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Tools

Be prepared to construct shelter, perimeter, or anything 

 
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Handy dandy tools will be a necessity if things go bad.
Klein 11 In 1 Screwdriver
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Always a good idea to have fire extinguishers on hand
RESS - Kitchen Fire Extinguisher | Kidde Safety
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Keep the basic tools in your prepping gear. Could come in useful for construction & repairs
Home Tool Kits - Hand Tool Sets
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Hygiene

Even in emergency situations it's important to stay clean

 
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Love these!!! Refreshing & only need a tiny bit of water to add to these & they foam up so much. The material is kinda like a felt type of material but still soft. The scent isn’t overpowering. 1 wipe will do the entire body. No rinsing. Just...
Scrubzz Disposable Rinse Free Bathing Wipes - ...
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These wipes are great for camping, gym, or emergency. They leave you feeling refreshed & clean. Plus biodegrade!!!
Biodegradable Wipes
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Can’t forget to stock up on toilet paper
Quilted Northern Ultra Plush Toilet Paper, 24 Mega Rolls
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Great for traveling of emergency supplies
Soap Thins - 8 Scent Variety - 400 Pack
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Preparation

Things youll need to prep & store supplies in 

 
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So handy to use. Peace of mind knowing these are great quality, sturdy, & will keep food good for a long time
75x Wallaby 1-Gallon Mylar Bag Bundle (5 Mil)
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These are what we keep our emergency supplies in. Remember you want something you can easily lift & go
Lockable Storage Containers
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Must have to keep important documents, papers, etc from being destroyed
DocSafe Fireproof Document Bag with Lock
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Easiest way to ensure your money is safe in an emergency
QLYNUDO
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Use a hair straightener to seal Mylar food bags. Get one specifically for emergency prep so there is no contamination of hair in supplies & food.
Flat Irons in Hair Styling Tools
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Reusable sandless sandbags that can be used for multiple water solutions?! Flooding✔️ Household Leaks✔️ Watering Plants✔️ Spills✔️ ... Yes!!! Please get in my emergency prep supplies now!!!
StormTec USA: StormBags | No Sand, No Shovels
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In case of a chemical attack you need to seal off all cracks around doors & windows to prevent particles getting in
Holikme 2 Door Draft Stopper 37" White
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Faraday fabric helps prevent electromagnetic waves from reaching either your electronic equipment or you yourself. Place it on a wall to block waves from routers, 5G, etc while you sleep.
TitanRF Faraday Fabric - Military Grade RF Blocker
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Vehicle Emergency

Hopefully you never need these, but in case you do it's better to have it on hand than not at all

 
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I first saw this on Netflix TV show “Southern Survival” & immediately added it to my emergency supplies. My family has 5 new teenage drivers & they're getting these for Christmas
Resqme 2-Pack Emergency Keychain Car Escape Tool
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Just a car maintenance item to keep in your vehicle especially in emergency situations
Jumper Cables - Battery Booster Cables for Cars & Trucks ...
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Always have reflectors
Reflective Triangle
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This Guy has the best tutorials. Also filled with dad jokes.
How to jump start a car | Dad, how do I?
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Resources- Guides

Emergency preparedness experts, blogs, subscriptions, websites, & more

 
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Great resources to all things emergency or disaster related
Be Prepared in Survival Life | How to Survive and Prepare for an Emergency | Survival Life Blog
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Easy visual aids to help with preparations
17 Items Every Prepper Should Carry in an Emergency Bag
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Love this subscription. They provide emergency gear for all sorts of situations.
BattlBox - Survival Gear and Outdoor Gear Delivered Monthly ...
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Weather radios come in so handy when power goes out
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