Growing up on the Jersey shore, I've seen the impact of major coastal storms like Irene in 2011, Sandy the following year, and relentless winter Nor'easters. That's why I've fully embraced the prepper lifestyle, always equipped with my SHTF (shit hits the fan) gear.
As Climate Week approaches and hurricane season peaks, I'm in full-on MacGyver mode.
Just this week, a waterspout (basically, a tornado over water) was spotted offshore, and last week, another hit my county. So, when the weather turns gnarly, I'm busy checking our essentials: batteries, candles, water bottles, canned food (complete with the manual opener – trust me on this one), and ice.
Above all, my trusty hand crank/solar-powered radio (a relic from my blogging days) sits at the ready.
How about you? Do you consider yourself a prepper? What’s in your go bag?
Sep 14, 2023Liked by Margit Detweiler, Liz Thompson
All the above plus a full tank of gas (to leave or charge my phone) a small generator, prescription s filled, and a charged battery run floor fan (it’s Texas…need I say more?)
Sep 14, 2023Liked by Margit Detweiler, Liz Thompson
A native of Southern California, I only got an earthquake kit about 4 or 5 years ago (and insurance about 10). I have a Life Straw that will make like 100 gallons of water (after the '94, we didn't have potable water for ages; every aftershock -- and there were *many* -- knocked out a water main or a new repair). I have cash, paper towels, TP and a few canned goods. Mostly, all I care about is water. LOL. After our last power outage, I'm reminded I need a flashlight. Still need to order that. xo
I live in Florida so yes to all of the above. We're far enough inland to avoid a storm surge and have a Generac that runs the whole house and the well. We have horses so no water is a non option. But also a full tank of gas, cash in hand, and as many bags of ice as will fit in the freezer. I guess instead of a "go bag" we have more of a doomsday bunker situation, lol
Sep 15, 2023Liked by Margit Detweiler, Liz Thompson
I live in an large urban area and can get to pretty much any amenity I need on foot, including one of the Great Lakes if worst came to worst. I admit to being being woefully unprepared by prepper standards. I have a ready stash of batteries, propane in the bbq, a lifestraw, lots of blankets, and an unlimited data plan. That’s about it.
Power went out for 6 hrs 2x here in Southern AZ during 100+ temperatures this summer due to extremely strong summer monsoon winds and hail. When my phone died and I was alone in the dark heat, I resolved to be better prepared. Just bought a hand-crank solar radio that also acts as a charger.
All the above plus a full tank of gas (to leave or charge my phone) a small generator, prescription s filled, and a charged battery run floor fan (it’s Texas…need I say more?)
Southern Oregon means fire season so yes. All our bags packed and ready along with our pet supplies and meds and vital docs.
A native of Southern California, I only got an earthquake kit about 4 or 5 years ago (and insurance about 10). I have a Life Straw that will make like 100 gallons of water (after the '94, we didn't have potable water for ages; every aftershock -- and there were *many* -- knocked out a water main or a new repair). I have cash, paper towels, TP and a few canned goods. Mostly, all I care about is water. LOL. After our last power outage, I'm reminded I need a flashlight. Still need to order that. xo
I live in Florida so yes to all of the above. We're far enough inland to avoid a storm surge and have a Generac that runs the whole house and the well. We have horses so no water is a non option. But also a full tank of gas, cash in hand, and as many bags of ice as will fit in the freezer. I guess instead of a "go bag" we have more of a doomsday bunker situation, lol
I live in an large urban area and can get to pretty much any amenity I need on foot, including one of the Great Lakes if worst came to worst. I admit to being being woefully unprepared by prepper standards. I have a ready stash of batteries, propane in the bbq, a lifestraw, lots of blankets, and an unlimited data plan. That’s about it.
One more reco for LifeStraw, thank you!
Power went out for 6 hrs 2x here in Southern AZ during 100+ temperatures this summer due to extremely strong summer monsoon winds and hail. When my phone died and I was alone in the dark heat, I resolved to be better prepared. Just bought a hand-crank solar radio that also acts as a charger.