There are basic emergency goods everyone in a hurricane-prone area should account for: canned goods, clean water, flashlights, ice. However, the specifics of preparation can vary based on your exact proximity to a coast.
At the outset of the peak months of Hurricane Season, those living particularly close to a coast will want to make sure they have everything they need to board up the windows and throw up any other necessary fortifications: well-functioning power tools; screws, nails, bits; ladders, and so on. More landlocked homeowners and apartment-dwellers may need only worry about the basics. And everyone — everyone — should make sure they’ve got quality board games in the event of a weeklong power outage. If you’re anticipating a Big One, get stocked with a few of our guides below.
The Ultimate Tool Kit
Drills, bits, saws for cutting wood — this is everything you might need to fortify your home, and to handle any necessary repairs after the fact.
