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Swedish Firesteel - Army ModelSwedish Firesteel - Army Model
Buy new: $13.25 - $37.32
will instantly create a 3,000 degree-C spark for creating a fire in any weather
Katadyn Survivor 06 DesalinatorKatadyn Survivor 06 Desalinator
Buy new: $838.68 / Used from: $500.00
It removes salt, bacteria, viruses and other contaminants, and can make 1 ounce of drinking water in less than two minutes. Salt Rejection: 98.4 percent average (95.3 percent minimum)
JUGS Yamaha EF1000is Portable Generator A2001JUGS Yamaha EF1000is Portable Generator A2001
Simply the best portable gas generator around. Weighs only 27lbs
Philips HeartStart Home Defibrillator (AED)Philips HeartStart Home Defibrillator (AED)
Buy new: $1,199.00
More than 300,000 people die from Cardiac Arrest every year in the U.S. This is the first and only defibrillator available over-the-counter that can be used by virtually anyone
American Red Cross FR400 Emergency Radio, WhiteAmerican Red Cross FR400 Emergency Radio, White
Buy used from: $59.99
The FR400 offers AM/FM reception as well as 7 NOAA weather channels and a weather alert, and TV-VHF audio reception for channels 2 - 13. Weatherproof and hand cranked powered
Katadyn Hiker PRO Water MicrofilterKatadyn Hiker PRO Water Microfilter
Buy new: $69.95 / Used from: $62.96
When you run out of bottled water, this item will become crucial when you need to drink water from other sources - this is one of the best hiking water filters out there
Garmin Rino 530HCx 2-Way Radio with GPS/FRS/GMRSGarmin Rino 530HCx 2-Way Radio with GPS/FRS/GMRS
Buy new: $499.99 / Used from: $389.99
14 Miles two way radio and waterproof GPS which adds a barometric altimeter, electronic compass and NOAA weather radio. You can even send your exact location to other Rino users in your group so that everyone can see your position on the map
Xantrex 852-2000 XPower 600 HD PowerpackXantrex 852-2000 XPower 600 HD Powerpack
Portable Power that can be charged by your car's DC or by a solar panel
Xantrex 802-1500 XPower 1,500 Watt Portable PowerpackXantrex 802-1500 XPower 1,500 Watt Portable Powerpack
Buy new: $417.24 / Used from: $349.64
15,000-watt portable backup power system, this can also be charged by a solar panel or DC power
Sunforce 50032 15 Watt Solar Battery ChargerSunforce 50032 15 Watt Solar Battery Charger
Buy new: $89.95
Use this to charge your PowerPacks
HeatMax Hand & Body Warmer (40 Count)HeatMax Hand & Body Warmer (40 Count)
Buy new: $26.00
air-activated hand and body warmers designed to last up to 18 hours providing safe, comfortable warmth in the coldest of temperatures.
Kaito KA404 Emergency Hand Crank Dynamo 5-LED Flashlight with AM/FM radioKaito KA404 Emergency Hand Crank Dynamo 5-LED Flashlight with AM/FM radio
Buy new: $14.99
Super-bright 5-LED flashlight, AM/FM radio with Siren, Can be used to charge cell phones (adpators not included) - no batteries or light bulb replacement
Mr Heater MH18B Portable "Big Buddy" HeaterMr Heater MH18B Portable "Big Buddy" Heater
Buy new: $109.40 / Used from: $98.99
Portable heat is crucial when there is no electricity - connect it to a propane tank
Coleman Colossal 20-Degree Rectangular Sleeping Bag (Super King)Coleman Colossal 20-Degree Rectangular Sleeping Bag (Super King)
King Size Sleeping Bag to fit even larger people - For Moderate Conditions With Temperatures Up To 20 Degrees.
Fox 40 Classic Whistle - OrangeFox 40 Classic Whistle - Orange
Buy new: $5.75
A whistle (for high pitch sound) and pocket mirror (to reflect sunlight for helicopters) are crucial tools that may save your life
Wenzel Timber Ridge Sport 9-by-7-Foot Four-Person Dome TentWenzel Timber Ridge Sport 9-by-7-Foot Four-Person Dome Tent
In emergencies, smaller tents with durable material will do you more good in case you need to evacuate your home
Blue Max GEN 4000 4,000 Watt 6.5 HP OHV Gas Powered GeneratorBlue Max GEN 4000 4,000 Watt 6.5 HP OHV Gas Powered Generator
Buy used from: $300.00
Gas Powered Generator for those who prefer it
Coleman 2-Burner Fold 'N Go InstaStart StoveColeman 2-Burner Fold 'N Go InstaStart Stove
Buy new: $79.99 / Used from: $65.20
Portable gas stove for convenient cooking
Xcaper - Fire Escape MaskXcaper - Fire Escape Mask
Buy new: $59.79
Although I am not sure how effective this is, but it is suppose to allow you to breathe long enough to escape a house fire
LifeHammer The Original Emergency Hammer (Orange)LifeHammer The Original Emergency Hammer (Orange)
Buy new: $14.95
A high-quality car escape tool to help prevent automotive entrapment
TETON Sports Scout 3400 Internal Frame BackpackTETON Sports Scout 3400 Internal Frame Backpack
Hiking backpacks gives you plenty of space to put all your stuff in for evacuating your home
SAS Survival Handbook: How to Survive in the WIld, in Any Climate, on Land or at SeaSAS Survival Handbook: How to Survive in the WIld, in Any Climate, on Land or at Sea by John Lofty Wiseman
Buy used from: $44.00
12-Gauge HP Red Signal Flare Alerter12-Gauge HP Red Signal Flare Alerter
Use these sparingly
Emergency Mylar Blanket - 62" x 82" - Pack of 12 Blankets - EB-12Emergency Mylar Blanket - 62" x 82" - Pack of 12 Blankets - EB-12
Buy new: $19.99
Keep yourself warm
Bushnell Powerview 8x21 Compact Folding Roof Prism Binocular (Black)Bushnell Powerview 8x21 Compact Folding Roof Prism Binocular (Black)
Buy new: $12.72 / Used from: $8.95
Affordable, compact, and effective Binoculars
Coleman Two-Mantle Dual Fuel Powerhouse LanternColeman Two-Mantle Dual Fuel Powerhouse Lantern
Buy new: $89.95
Perfect for outdoors where candles will do you no good
Sevylor 12' Fish Hunter Inflatable BoatSevylor 12' Fish Hunter Inflatable Boat
You can either build a boat like Tom Hanks did or inflate one of theses
AO Safety/3M Tekk 95090 Quicklatch PRO Dual Cartridge RespiratorAO Safety/3M Tekk 95090 Quicklatch PRO Dual Cartridge Respirator
Affordable Respirator mask
Gray (Duct) Tape - 2in. x 55 Yard LengthGray (Duct) Tape - 2in. x 55 Yard Length
Buy new: $6.25
Infinite usage - you can even tie zombies up with this
Sunforce 50048 60-Watt Solar Charging KitSunforce 50048 60-Watt Solar Charging Kit
Buy new: $279.95
Put this in your rooftop to charge a 12-volt battery. Comes with everything you need (excluding the battery)
Optima Batteries 8014-045 D34/78 YellowTop Dual Purpose BatteryOptima Batteries 8014-045 D34/78 YellowTop Dual Purpose Battery
Buy new: $155.99
Lasts up to twice as long as other batteries - this goes with the solar panel
Xantrex Technologies 851-0700 XPower Plus 700-Watt InverterXantrex Technologies 851-0700 XPower Plus 700-Watt Inverter
Converts the battery to AC power to plug in your devices.
Sanyo Eneloop AA NiMH Pre-Charged Rechargeable Batteries - 8 PackSanyo Eneloop AA NiMH Pre-Charged Rechargeable Batteries - 8 Pack
Buy new: $20.79
Very slow self discharge maintains 85% residual capacity after 1 year of storage*and 70% residual capacity after 2 years of storage*
Leatherman 830685 Charge TTi with Nylon SheathLeatherman 830685 Charge TTi with Nylon Sheath
Buy new: $107.95
One of the better pocket tools out there. The pliers and wire cutters may come very useful.
Coleman Hot Water-On-Demand Portable Water HeaterColeman Hot Water-On-Demand Portable Water Heater
Buy new: $247.24
Hot Water on demand. Five gallon water container heats up in five seconds