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A clear first storm-season gap.
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Storm Prep Shopping List
A storm prep shopping list should keep people out of panic-buy mode. Buy the few supplies that solve common outage problems first, then upgrade from there.
Buy first
- Stored water and a way to label rotation dates.
- Room-level lighting and hands-free headlamps.
- Phone power banks and charging cables.
- NOAA weather radio or backup alert source.
- Manual can opener and familiar shelf-stable meals.
Buy second
- Freezer thermometer or alarm for food safety.
- Cooler and ice packs if frozen food matters.
- First-aid refill kit and medication list.
- Document bag for IDs, insurance, and household notes.
Upgrade later
- Portable power station after basic lighting and phone power are covered.
- Solar panel only if it matches a power station you own or plan to buy.
- Larger water storage only after you know where it can safely sit.
Official references worth checking
- Ready.gov kit - official supply kit guidance
- National Weather Service safety - weather safety resources
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NOAA weather radio
Backup alerts when internet or power fails.
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Room-level light without candles.
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Phone charging before larger power gear.
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FAQ
What should be on a storm prep shopping list?
Water, lighting, phone power, alerts, shelf-stable food, manual can opener, first aid, documents, and food-safety supplies are the best first layer.
Should I buy a power station first?
Usually no. Cover water, light, phone power, and food basics first, then consider a power station for longer outages.
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