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Disaster Basics - Food, Water, Light, Cook
Ministove - use sterno or wood as fuel (2 ministoves)
Cooking food
This small portable stove is great if you need to cook while evacuating or traveling. It features a wide opening mouth that maintains airflow and improves burning efficiency, uses Sterno, dry woods, twigs, branches, leaves, or pinecones as fuel. The stove does not require fuel canisters, chemical emissions, or batteries, and produces less carbon footprint. It is used to heat a single item of food (no multiple burners or oven)
Personal Water Filtering Solution (1 filter bottle + 2 replacement filters)
Water
Filters and devices to purify water of:
- 99.999% of viruses
- 99.999999 % of bacteria and parasites
- 99.999% of microplastics
- silt, sand and cloudiness greater than .02 microns
Liquid fuel cannisters (6 fuel canisters)
Fuel sources
Diethylene liquid fuel, each equipped with a high-quality wick designed to produce a clean, steady flame for over two hours. The resealable canisters allow for controlled use, ensuring food stays warm throughout the duration of a meal service.
The assembly also includes a specialized lid opener to facilitate safe and easy handling. This tool allows you to remove the screw caps without direct contact and safely extinguish the flame by replacing the cap once service is complete. The compact design of the fuel cans fits standard chafing dish holders, providing a practical solution for consistent heat management.
2-Pack Hand Crank and Solar Powered Emergency LED Flashlight (2 flashlights)
Light
This set includes two rugged emergency LED flashlights designed for reliable operation without the need for external batteries. Each unit features a dual-power system utilizing an integrated hand crank for manual charging and a built-in solar panel that captures energy from both sunlight and ambient indoor lighting. The internal rechargeable batteries provide immediate illumination whenever needed, making them essential tools for emergency preparedness and outdoor use.
Built for portability and durability, each flashlight features an ergonomic, impact-resistant body in a compact frame. The integrated heavy-duty carabiner allows for easy attachment to backpacks or gear loops, ensuring the light remains accessible during travel. These lightweight torches provide a dependable light source for daily tasks and critical situations alike.
2 pack - 5000mAh Solar and Hand Crank Portable Rechargeable Battery Powered Lantern (1 lantern)
Light
This set includes two multipurpose lanterns equipped with three power sources: solar panels, a manual hand crank, and a rechargeable 5000mAh internal battery. Designed for portability and emergency preparedness, each unit features a telescopic body that allows it to transition from a compact flashlight into a high-intensity LED lantern.
Each lantern functions as a portable power bank, allowing for the charging of small electronic devices via a built-in USB port. The rugged, weather-resistant construction includes integrated handles for hanging or carrying, providing reliable illumination and backup power for outdoor use or power outages.
Emergency Weather Radio, with 14h charge capacity (1 radio)
Emergency alert radio - solar & battery powered - flashlight
This portable emergency communication system provides comprehensive access to AM/FM, shortwave, and NOAA weather frequencies with an integrated automatic alert function. The unit features a high-definition digital LCD display for precise tuning and battery monitoring, housed in an IPX3 water-resistant casing. For illumination, the device is equipped with a high-output flashlight and a dedicated reading lamp, alongside an SOS siren with a flashing emergency light for signaling.
The assembly is designed for continuous operation through multiple power sources, including a high-capacity internal rechargeable battery, a solar panel, and a manual hand crank, with additional support for AAA batteries or direct AC/DC power. It functions as a portable power station with a USB output for charging mobile devices and includes a 3.5mm headphone jack for private listening. A durable carrying strap is included for ease of transport during travel or emergency situations.
Why buy this as a kit
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The Disaster Basics kit gives your family the essentials for about a week when power goes out or water becomes unsafe. It's designed for families and households preparing for common weather emergencies, power outages, and shelter-in-place situations.
This bundle includes:
- Water purification (personal filter removes bacteria and parasites)
- Multiple light sources (glow sticks, hand-crank flashlight, solar lantern, and candles)
- Cooking capability (mini stove with fuel and fire starters)
- Emergency food (shelf-stable meals)
- Information access (hand-crank weather radio with 14-hour charge)
- Power backup (solar and hand-crank rechargeable batteries)
Most homes have food for a few days, but after that, you need a plan. The same goes for water and light. This kit fills those gaps so you can focus on staying safe and comfortable when the unexpected happens.
Frequently asked questions
The Disaster Basics kit is ideal for families and households preparing for power outages, severe weather, and situations where you may need to shelter in place for several days. It covers the essentials most people overlook.
The kit is designed to cover essentials for about a week, including emergency food, water purification, and multiple light sources. Actual duration depends on family size and usage.
This kit focuses on the most common gaps in emergency planning: water purification for after day three, a way to cook meals, reliable light from multiple sources, and a hand-crank radio to stay informed when the grid is down.
No. The kit includes hand-crank and solar-powered options for the flashlight, lantern, and weather radio, so you can charge them without relying on stored batteries alone.
Yes. The Disaster Basics kit prepares you for power outages, water contamination, severe weather, and other situations requiring shelter in place. The items are versatile for common emergency scenarios.
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$2333 days · 1 Person