Don't Panic, But Do Prepare For An Emergency

A natural disaster can happen to anyone, at any time. Are you prepared? Here’s our best advice on what to have on hand.

 

Guest: Wirecutter senior editor Harry Sawyers

 

Additional Reading:

The Best Emergency Preparedness SuppliesHow to Clean a Flooded BasementEverything I Did to Flood-Proof My Old House The Best Hurricane Preparedness Supplies and Strategies for 2024The Best Gear for Your Bug-Out Bag

 

Products We Recommend: 

Best rigid water container: Reliance Aqua-Tainer 7-GallonBest flashlight: ThruNite Archer 2A V3Best floating solar lantern: LuminAid Titan 2-in-1 Power LanternBest weather radio: Midland ER310Best portable solar charger: BigBlue 28W USB Solar ChargerBest multi-tool: Leatherman Skeletool CXFolding saws Harry likes: Silky Pocketboy 130 mm Folding Saw Medium Teeth 340-13, Silky Professional BIGBOY Folding Saw 360mm Large Teeth (354-36), Silky Zubat Curved Hand Saw 270mm Large Teeth (270-27) Harry’s favorite recent purchase: Aquatabs

 

 

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Find edited transcripts for each episode here: The Wirecutter Show Podcast