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Hurricane Survival Kit
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items When you live near the Gulf Coast, being prepared isn’t panic—it’s peace of mind. This is our go-to list of storm-ready essentials we love and trust for everything from sudden weather to full-on hurricane season.
Sections
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Main Supplies
Don’t Forget Your Pets
Paperwork
General Advise
Accessories
Main Supplies
The non-negotiables. These are the main emergency supplies we trust and keep ready year-round.
Introducing the 3000 Lumen Duracell Lantern, a powerful and versatile lighting solution designed for all your outdoor adventures. Featuring TRI Power Charging, this lantern offers solar, USB, and QI charging options, ensuring you stay powered up wher...
Duracell - 3000 Lumens Tri Power Rechargeable Lantern
Membrane Solutions Personal Water Filter, Survival Filtration Straw Portable.
Membrane Solutions Personal Water Filter Straw
I feel more prepared in a hurricane or storm when I have a radio to get news especially when the electricity goes out. This is a bonus with the charging ability and flashlights.
Emergency Crank Solar Weather Radio w/ Flashlight & Charger
Love this affordable solar power bank and wireless charger.
BLAVOR 10,000mAh Solar Power Bank 20W
Great starter first aid kit. Need to add a few more items, but useful to start with!
330 Piece Waterproof First Aid Kit - Compact Trauma Medical Kit for Home, Office, Car, Travel
Love these for travel especially but you need ways to keep medicine cool during times of crisis.
Medical Travel Cooler
Sometime you have to move quickly and this whistle can help find you.
JULBEAR 6PCS Safety Survival Whistles w/Lanyard
Good for hands free lighting situations.
Energizer Universal+ LED Headlamp 2-Pack
The yellow version of these seem more illuminating than the green. But these are a good best seller.
EVERLIT Survival Glow Sticks 6in, 12 Pack, Green
Life saving water straw
LifeStraw Personal Water Filter
Affordable walkie talkies.
MOICO Walkie Talkies 22 FRS Channels 2 Pack
Electricity and water can be out a long time after hurricanes, tropical storms…
XL Adult Body Wipes 50 Ct + 4 Travel 10x11.5"
More expensive, but an all in one kit to grab for survival for 2 people.
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Sirius Survival Pre-Packed Hurricane Kit - Comprehensive Hurricane Preparedness Items - Essential Hurricane Supplies - Complete Hurricane Supply List in a Waterproof Bag for 2 People - Pink Camo - Walmart.com
Another good hurricane emergency bucket [ affiliate link ]
Hurricane Emergency Survival Kit - 72 Hour Go Bag with Food, Water, First Aid, Shelter & Hygiene Supplies - Disaster Preparedness Kit for Storms, Floods & Hurricanes (Bucket with Toilet Seat Lid)
Don’t Forget Your Pets
Please don’t leave your pets behind in emergency situations. You can set up and be prepared. They give us unconditional love and need the same back. They rely on you for their safety.
Having a strong leash for your dog is always great to rely on for regular walking and to have on hand during emergency situations. [ affiliate link ]
MIGHTY PAW Retractable 2.0 Dog Leash, Green, Lite
There are many styles for your dog. Please have a harness on hand for their safety and yours. Make sure they can’t back out of it and that it fits them without choking them. [ affiliate link ]
BARKBAY Front Clip Reflective No Pull Dog Harness, Red ...
Kitty cats need lease and harness for safety in travel and emergency situations as well. [ affiliate link ]
TRAVEL CAT The True Adventurer Reflective Cat & Kitten ...
There are so many different types of beds for your dog. Find the best for their size and personality. [ affiliate link ]
10 Best Dog Beds of 2025, Tested and Reviewed | Chewy
A kennel or crate for your animal is best for a place they can kennel in safely giving them a safe space always. Most pets love these for having their own space. Also great for traveling and emergency situations like storms and hurricanes. [ affiliat...
MIDWEST iCrate Fold & Carry Single Door Collapsible ...
Be sure and keep plenty of food ready for your pets. Especially for times when you can’t get out, or for emergencies and time of disaster! [ affiliate link ]
How To Store Fresh Dog Food | Chewy
Be sure and grab their favorite comfort toy! [ affiliate link ]
KONG Knots Frog Squeaky Dog Plush Toy, Green, Large/X ...
Don’t forget a copy of your pet’s records.
What are pet medical records (and how do you get them)?
Don’t forget water for yourself and animals. Bottled water may be a luxury everyday but it’s especially needed during times of crisis.
Great Value Drink Water, 1 Gallon Jug
Paperwork
Protection for the unexpected moments.
Water and fire resistant. Grab and go protection for the unexpected.
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SentrySafe Fire and Water Resistant Bag with Zipper for Documents
General Advise
Before a major storm, fill up a bathtub or buckets with water for flushing toilets.
Be sure and fill up a bathtub
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Well, there are actually a number of reasons to do so. Gas may not be available during a storm, the gas may need to be used for a generator, an evacuation may be necessary, and pumping gas during a storm may be dangerous.
Why It Is Often a Good Idea to Fill Up Your Car With Gas Before a Storm
If you need to leave your home during or after a disaster, please bring heavy duty trash bags.
Plastics 55 Gal.-60 Gal. 1.2 mil (eq) 38 in. x 58 in. Black Strength Plastic Trash Liner Garbage Bags (100-Pack)
Accessories
Be sure and take toilet paper if you need to leave during a storm or hurricane.
Amazon Basics FSC 2-Ply Septic-Safe TP, 30 Rolls
If you need to leave your home during or after a disaster, please bring heavy duty trash bags.
Plastics 55 Gal.-60 Gal. 1.2 mil (eq) 38 in. x 58 in. Black Strength Plastic Trash Liner Garbage Bags (100-Pack)
It Doesn’t have to name brand, but being some sort of resealable storage bag with your in your disaster travel kits.
Ziploc Storage Bags – All Travel Sizes
Be sure and add emergency flares to your disaster pack. [ affiliate links ]
Orion - Safety Flares
Make sure and grab umbrellas for your disaster travel kit.
Amazon Basics Windproof Travel Umbrella, Black
Find a great multi-charger to take with you when you need to leave home in an emergency. This one has several kinds of ports.
40W 4-Port USB C Charger Block PD+QC 3.0 2Pack