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Whenever there is a natural disaster or emergency, it’s natural to reevaluate our emergency prep evacuation plan and take stock of emergency prep supplies. Regardless of the season or where you live, it’s important to have a winter emergency survival kit for home and car (and a general emergency preparedness kit while you’re at it) if a natural disaster, power blackout, floods, or other safety crises should occur.
According to the CDC, it’s best to stay inside and avoid the roads during a winter storm, but it’s important to have your car equipped with cold-weather essentials if you ever need to vacate or shelter in place (whether that be in your home or your vehicle.) It’s essential to have vehicle safety accessories and tools on hand, including tire chains, rope, windshield scrapers, and cat litter or sand to help assist with traction. That said, it’s equally important to arm your home with emergency survival essentials—some of which should be portable for evacuations—to help you and your family withstand the elements when essential survival resources like food, water, heat, and power may be scarce or unavailable.
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According to Ready.gov, there are a few non-negotiables every emergency preparedness kit must include. Backup water (one gallon per person, per day for drinking and sanitation is suggested), food (three-day supply of non-perishable foods), a battery-powered radio to listen for updates when the internet is no longer accessible, a flashlight, and a backup battery for your cellphone. You can check out the full list here.
Once you have your bases covered with the essential survival kit items, you may want to consider investing in a few additional products that will help you get through it comfortably and safely. From a heated coat to protect you against frostbite in below-zero temperatures to a portable campfire for cooking and added warmth, and a portable water filter that cleans filthy water for drinking, below are some winter emergency survival kit items to stock up on now.
This comprehensive power outage emergency kit includes lighting supplies and waterproof essentials, including waterproof matches, a lantern, candles, a flashlight, and spare batteries.
This portable water filter is able to clear out 99.99% of bacteria and is slim and lightweight, so you can throw it in your bag or pocket when you're in a pinch.
When evacuations are not in order, these expandable flood barriers are a great tool to have on hand.
It's important to have a gas-powered generator to power your home during a blackout (in addition to a solar power generator to help charge your phones and appliances.)
This roadside emergency kit contains everything you need for winter storms, including a jumper cable, a reflective visibility vest, first aid essentials, and more.
Designed with conductive heat technology, this heated jacket allows you to choose between three heat level settings and delivers 10 hours of warmth. The Gobi Heat line is also available in other styles for both and women.
Designed by NASA for camping, these extra-portable emergency thermal blankets are a must-have car accessory for the winter months.
The CDC suggests a crank battery-operated radio for emergency prep kits, and this multifunctional model is also equipped with a built-in power bank, flashlight, and reading light.
Powered by sunlight, this solar charing bank is a must-have for emergencies. The battery is capable of storing 4-5 charges and it automatically charges when exposed to sunlight.
These single-use air-activated warmers may look small, but they really do work. They do take about 15-20 minutes to warm up, but they're an excellent addition to any winter prep kit.
Walking on snow and ice isn't only difficult, but it's also dangerous. These lightweight cleats provide 360 degrees of traction on cold surfaces to prevent falls and slips.
This four-gallon emergency food supply pail includes 92 servings of food, 21,170 calories, and 557 grams of protein to help sustain you whether you're on the go during an emergency or sheltering in place.
Designed by survival experts, this all-in-one emergency survival kit contains 142 items to help you stay safe in any situation. The set includes a bevy of premium quality tools including a comprehensive first aid kit, flashlight, hatchet, and knives.
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