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Now is the time to build your home emergency kit with this list of battery-powered lights, non-perishable food, basics for sanitation and more.

Per the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the number, severity and cost of weather and climate disasters are wildly increasing in the U.S., with the Environmental Protection Agency reporting that tropical cyclone intensity has noticeably risen over the past 20 years. 

Being as prepared as you can be can mean following NOAA’s National Hurricane Center for up-to-date on incoming advisories and warnings. Yet, it can also mean keeping a well-stocked emergency supply kit for you and your family. 

To get started, we recommend looking through NOAA’s complete list of recommended hurricane essentials as well as previous stories on doctor-recommended lifesaving travel items, portable power banks and generators and general safety supplies to keep at home. 

Disinfect wounds, bandage cuts and soothe burns with this 312-piece first aid kit. Clear plastic interior compartments keep everything organized and the soft sided zip case makes storage and transportation a breeze.  

With the Jackery 240 portable power station, you can charge important electronic devices on the go or during a power outage. It uses a completely silent rechargeable lithium battery or it can be charged with Jackery solar panels.

Get it from Amazon for $129 (also available in other styles and sizes).

When the power is out and things get too hot and muggy for comfort, this free-standing rechargeable camping fan can provide anywhere from eight to 36 hours' worth of air per charge, depending on the setting, without generating more heat in the process. It also features a built-in LED light that has three brightness levels.

Get it from Amazon for $22.99+ (available in two sizes and five colors).

This portable filtering straw has stood up to rigorous lab testing protocols for water filters and is a must-have for frequent hikers and campers. The micro-filtration membrane removes 99.99% of all waterborne bacteria, parasites and micro-plastics and will provide 1,000 gallons of fresh drinking water in its lifespan.

Get it from Amazon for $15.49+ (also available in green and in multi-packs).

This lightweight and collapsable LED lamp can light up rooms when power has gone out. It can be charged by both the sun or a USB port to provide up to 24 hours of run time per charge. 

Riccardo Zennaro, coordinator for the UN's Global Wastewater Initiative, previously told us that in the event of flood, you might not know whether your water has been contaminated by sewage or chemicals. Most likely, however, it's been contaminated by both.

“When choosing water filters for flood emergencies, the simplest approach – a passive gravity feed system – is truly the best. Through this, filtration is enough to remove chemicals and most microbes," Zennaro said.

This gravity fed water system, like all gravity systems, requires no electricity or running water to work. It has a capacity over 2 gallons and uses the process of reverse osmosis, in addition to two carbon filters, to effectively filter out a number of impurities.

Zennaro added that if you know a flood might strike, it can be good to preemptively fill clean drinking containers with purified water in case you are unable to access your tap.

Lis Mullin Bernhardt, an international development and environment professional for the United Nations, previously told us that whenever it floods, "there is also a major risk of water contamination or wastewater leakage from overrun industry or wastewater facilities, which can render water unfit for drinking or human use." 

For this reason it can be important to have water quality testing kits on hand, which can be useful at any time. This particular kit has 100 testing strips that can adequately and quickly detect impurities, foreign substances and toxins, such as lead in your drinking water.

With a long-lasting beam with a runtime of 10 hours or more on low, you don't have to worry about stumbling around a dark house to go to the bathroom or otherwise finding your way around in the middle of a power outage. Each of these AAA battery-operated LED headlamps also has seven different light modes including a red nightlight and a strobe setting, which can be useful for capturing attention during an emergency.

This non-perishable food variety pack by ReadyWise contains 124 servings of ready-to-eat meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner and even includes beverages. Just add hot or cold water to enjoy items like savory beef stroganoff or apple cinnamon oatmeal.

Get it from Amazon for $84.99+ (available in four styles).

A refrigerator can only keep your perishable foods good for so long when the power goes out. Having a high-performance cooler on hand, like this lightweight one by Rtic, can be a great way to save you from having to dump the week's groceries in the trash. This cooler has been specifically engineered for ice retention and can keep contents cold and ice frozen for up to 10 days, depending on use. 

Get it from Amazon for $183.20+ (available in eight colors).

For situations in which cell service is down or you have a dead battery, this hand-crank and battery-powered emergency radio can keep you up to date with weather advisories in your area. There's also a USB charging cable to keep your phone charged, as well as a loud SOS alarm for emergencies and a handy LED lamp to light your way.

Get it from Amazon for $32.39+ (available in 11 colors).

A lighter is an essential power outage tool for lighting candles or gas ranges. These adjustable-flame butane lighters have a long metal wand to help you light things from a safer distance and a child-locking mechanism.

When sewer pipes are damaged or your local sanitation systems are down, adequate sanitation and proper disposal of waste can become a concern. A durable seal-tight bucket like this five-gallon option, as well as a dependable disinfectant of some kind, can be useful in ensuring that you or your loved ones don't get sick.

Get them from Amazon: the bucket for $6.99 (also available in aqua) and the bleach for $6.99.

This hard-working retractable knife can cut through fabric, rope and more using a durable, sharp blade that quickly releases from the lightweight aluminum handle. The handle is textured for a secure grip and can clip onto belt loops when not in use.  

In instances of dangerous inclement weather, the last thing you want is to be stranded due to car troubles. Instead of relying on AAA, you can use this handheld device to revive a full-sized car or SUV using the included jumper cables. It also has a powerful LED floodlight and two USB ports for charging your essential electronics.

Get it from Amazon for $129.99 (available in four colors).

The Duromax Hybrid generator can be powered by both propane and gas to provide up to 20 hours of uninterrupted essential appliance operation during power outages. This 10,500 watt all-copper winding generator is one of Home Depot's highest-rated models and contains individual breakers on the power panel and an EPA-compliant spark arrestor. 

These 16-foot Energizer jumper cables are highly rated on Amazon and have a thick vinyl coating that keeps them resistant to rust and corrosion.

Get them from Amazon for $17.96 (also available in other sizes).

During a power outage, it's more than likely you will be pretty reliant on battery-powered items such as flashlights and radios. This deluxe variety pack of batteries has an impressive shelf life and will ensure that you have the correct battery size for all your needs. 

Get an 84-pack from Amazon for $30.18 (also available in other pack sizes).

If you suspect that your tap water is compromised, it's important to have a source of clean water on hand for drinking or even bathing. The EPA recommends keeping at least a three-day supply per person, and pets too. This 24-pack of purified water can be a convenient and safe place to start.