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October Prime Day is a good time to stock up on emergency supplies

The last few weeks have been filled with headlines about weather emergencies — as several states are still reeling from the damage caused by Category 4 Hurricane Helene, Hurricane Milton is set to make landfall on Wednesday night — and could do so as one of the most powerful Category 5 storms ever recorded.

Are you prepared for a weather catastrophe? Even if you don’t live somewhere prone to hurricanes, other dangerous disasters can happen: snowstorms, ice, droughts and dangerous heat. And weather isn’t the only thing to worry about. Earthquakes, wildfires, widespread power outages and other natural disasters can and do happen as well.

In this article: Duracell Optimum AA Batteries, 28-Count Pack, LifeStraw Personal Water Filter and Clozex Emergency Laceration Closures – Repair Wounds Without Stitches

The bottom line? Everyone should have basic supplies on hand to ride out an emergency. And thanks to Amazon’s October Prime Day, you can create an emergency kit without breaking the bank. The list below includes some of the deals we’ve seen on emergency supplies everyone should consider having on hand.

Get ready for extreme weather and other emergencies with these deals during October Prime Day

Duracell Optimum AA Batteries, 28-Count Pack

The first thing that should go in your emergency preparedness kit? Batteries, of course. Get a great deal on a 28-pack from Duracell for 37% off during October Prime Day.

LifeStraw Personal Water Filter

When you aren’t sure if clean drinking water will be readily available, a product like LifeStraw, which allows you to filter water from almost any source, can literally save lives. Get it for 50% off.

Clozex Emergency Laceration Closures – Repair Wounds Without Stitches

Restock your first aid kit with FDA-approved emergency wound closures that allow anyone to close superficial cuts and wounds without stitches.

Emergency Radio with NOAA Weather Alert

During an emergency, this portable radio can be powered by either solar panels or a hand crank, so you can keep up with important news and updates. It also has a built-in flashlight.

BLAVOR Solar Charger Power Bank

Keep your devices charged during an emergency with this portable power bank that you can recharge with solar power.

GearLight LED Flashlights – Mini Camping Flashlights with High Lumens

These mini flashlights are super bright, easy to store and have long-lasting batteries.

Leberna Emergency Sleeping Bag Survival Bag 2-Pack

Save 20% on a two-pack of emergency sleeping bags lined with thermal Mylar to keep you warm in any weather.

PREPARED4X Emergency Rain Poncho with Mylar Blanket Liner

This four-pack of rain ponchos all have Mylar linings to make them extra warm — and so they can double as emergency blankets.

RunningSnail Emergency Crank Weather Radio

This solar-powered radio can also be used to charge small devices like phones, helping keep you connected in an emergency.

Energizer Weatheready Rechargeable LED Flashlight

These LED flashlights can stay connected to power outlets and used as nightlights, which keeps them charged and easily accessible — until you need them.

Abpir 318 PCS Emergency Survival Kit

Get a first aid kit, camping gear and more in this comprehensive, 318-piece emergency kit that can easily fit in a car or backpack.

Seachoice Life Vest, Type II Personal Flotation Device

Save 20% on a four-pack of adult-sized life vests (also available in XL and children’s sizes).

Prices listed reflect time and date of publication and are subject to change.

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