How to Prepare for Natural Disasters: Emergency Essentials for Your Home Kit

When a natural disaster hits, it’s usually without much warning. Earthquakes strike in seconds, power outages can last for days, and wildfires or storms may force sudden evacuations. In those moments, having the right gear ready to go isn’t just convenient—it can be lifesaving. Some parts of the country are already seeing floods and storms, while wildfire season is just around the corner. No matter where you are, it’s smart to be prepared at all times for natural disasters. These essentials can help you handle unexpected situations with a little more peace of mind. Check out the gear we recommend to see what you should include in your home emergency kit to protect yourself, loved ones, and even pets.

Continue reading to learn more about preparing for a natural disaster, written by The Shoppers Club.

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Clothing and gear can be treated with a 0.5% permethrin spray, sold under names including Sawyer, Insect Shield and Ranger Ready.

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Sawyer’s picaridin lotion offers the longest protection windows on test — up to 14 hours against mosquitoes and ticks — and its creamy, low-odor formula goes on smooth and dries quickly.

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The Sawyer Squeeze and Cnoc Vecto made hydration easy.

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