One of the most useful things that you could have during the hurricanes is essential gadgets like phone charger and a solar-powered radio. As there is no internet or television signal, you can know about the weather condition through exchanges of text messages with your family, friends and neighbours. A solar-powered radio can be very helpful as you will know what government officials are planning.
It is also important to keep some lightweight cloths handy with you. These clothes include clean underwear, a poncho, a light jacket and a hat. Also, try to keep essential things at your place as per the climate and region. For instance, if you are in an environment that is cold enough, do not forget to keep lightweight blankets for an emergency. On the other hand, if you are in a warm and mosquito-ridden climate, keep bug spray with you, particularly if the bugs in your area have a virus.
During an emergency, you never know about the availability of food in the nearby supermarket. Thus, you should have a backup of food in your pantry and a stock that can last around 4 to 5 days. You can have some high-calorie foods such as trail mix, dried foods and chocolate. Pop-top cans of tuna fish and meals-ready-to-eat are also pretty good options. These foods have an expiry date, so check before consuming and replace them from time to time.
