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Inside: From power banks to fire blankets, I rounded up 10 emergency essentials every home and car should have. Stock up before you need them.

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By Kim Komando

July 11, 2026

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I’m not trying to scare you, friend. But storms knock out power. Cars break down. House fires can start in seconds. The good news? You can be ready for all of it. These 10 emergency must-haves are the kind of gear you hope you never need but will be glad you bought before life decides for you.

⚡ Portable power station (38% off, $129)

4.6 ⭐ 90+ reviews

When power’s out, you stay plugged in. The Jackery Explorer weighs less than 5 pounds but packs about as much juice as eight power banks. Add the optional solar panel, and you’re set even longer.

❤️‍🩹 First aid kit (51% off, $13)

4.6 ⭐ 2,300+ reviews

Every home and car needs one. This kit packs 300 problem-solvers into a portable red bag. You get bandages, gauze, burn dressings and more, so you’re never caught without the basics.

📻 Emergency radio (5% off, $35)

4.5 ⭐ 5,000+ reviews

Stay in the loop even when the grid isn’t. Top off your phone and get NOAA weather alerts plus AM/FM radio. There’s also a built-in flashlight and SOS alarm for when things get serious.

🔦 Car safety hammer (5% off, $30)

4.7 ⭐ 3,200+ reviews

Keep it within reach, not buried in your trunk. It’s a window breaker, seat belt cutter, flashlight and SOS beacon rolled into one handheld tool. The magnetic mount sticks under your seat.

🚗 Jump-starter (40% off, $60)

4.4 ⭐ 4,600+ reviews

Skip the awkward parking-lot hunt for jumper cables. This gets your car, truck or SUV running again. The LCD screen shows the charge, voltage and fault codes, so you’re not guessing under the hood.

💚 Safety glow sticks (33% off, $10)

4.7 ⭐ 13,300+ reviews

Twelve hours of light from 12 little sticks. Use them to light up hallways, stairs and doors without draining your batteries. All are waterproof, nontoxic and sealed for long-term storage.

🔥 Fire suppression blanket (25% off, $9, two-pack)

4.8 ⭐ 4,400+ reviews

Grease fire or flare-up? Pull the tapes and lay one over the flames to smother them fast. No extinguisher mess and no expiration date. Hang one near your fireplace or stove for quick access.

💧 Water filter straw (26% off, $34)

4.6 ⭐ 3,600+ reviews

Turn a sketchy tap into safe drinkable water. Fill the 1.5-gallon bag, then let gravity filter out what’s unsafe to sip. Perfect for camping, boil-water notices and your “just in case” kit.

😋 Emergency food supply (17% off, $13)

4.7 ⭐ 6,400+ reviews

Preparedness doesn’t have to taste like cardboard. One can makes up to six loaves or 72 rolls, and it lasts up to 10 years unopened. Fresh bread beats another cold can of beans.

🔋 AA & AAA batteries (36% off, $25)

4.8 ⭐ 77,200+ reviews

Gear is useless if batteries are dead. These Energizers hold power for a decade in storage. You get 48, split evenly between AA and AAA. Flashlights, radios and remotes are covered.