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Hurricane
Days of warning, then days without power or water. Stock up smart and ride it out safely.
Hurricanes are unusual: you usually get days of warning. That’s a gift — it means the families who prep early, days ahead, do far better than the ones fighting over the last case of water the night before landfall.
Think water, power, non-perishable food, and a way to get information when the cell towers get flaky. Then batten down and wait it out.
What your family needs
What to have ready for a hurricane
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Family of 4 · shelter in place
The Hurricane Ready Kit
Days of warning, then days without power or water — everything to ride it out safely at home.
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1 person · 3 days
The 72-Hour Kit
Three days of essentials for one person — the "grab and go" bag every household is told to keep, finally spelled out.
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Field notes
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