Atlantic
Isaias
Post-Tropical Cyclone- Max. wind
- 25 mph
- Pressure
- 1010 mb
- Motion
- ENE at 22 mph
- Location
- 37.5°N, 84°W
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NHC storm summaries
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Rachel
Remnants of- Max. wind
- 35 mph
- Pressure
- 994 mb
- Motion
- NNE at 29 mph
- Location
- 35.8°N, 114.6°W
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Hurricane- Max. wind
- 140 mph
- Pressure
- 940 mb
- Motion
- NNW at 7 mph
- Location
- 19.5°N, 105.5°W
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Shop starter essentials
Start with water, ready-to-eat food, weather alerts, lighting, phone charging, and first aid. Check what you already own, then compare these six options for the gaps in your household kit.
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Water
EssentialReliance Aqua-Tainer 7 Gallon Water Container
A reusable container for storing drinking water before a storm interrupts service.
Includes: One empty 7-gallon container with a dispensing spigot.
Compare: Plan enough water for everyone in your household. A full container is heavy, so choose a storage spot before filling it.
Food
EssentialTasty Bite Organic Madras Lentils (6 Pack)
Fully cooked lentils in a mild tomato sauce can be eaten straight from the pouch when you cannot cook.
Includes: Six 10-ounce pouches.
Compare: Contains milk. Check the current label for allergens, calories, and the best-before date.
Communication
EssentialMidland ER310 Emergency Crank Weather Radio
A battery or hand-crank NOAA weather radio helps you receive official weather alerts.
Includes: One radio with a rechargeable battery and Micro-USB charging cable.
Compare: Charge it before the storm and check local weather-channel reception. Its six AA backup batteries and wall adapter are sold separately.
Lighting
EssentialBlack Diamond Spot 400 Headlamp (Graphite)
A 400-lumen headlamp keeps your hands free while moving around during an outage.
Includes: One graphite headlamp and three AAA batteries.
Compare: Store spare AAA batteries with it. The optional BD 1500 rechargeable battery is sold separately.
Power
EssentialAnker Zolo Power Bank (10,000mAh, 30W)
A compact 10,000mAh battery bank provides backup charging for phones and other small USB devices.
Includes: One black Anker Zolo power bank, model A1688, with a built-in USB-C cable, one USB-C port, and one USB-A port.
Compare: Charge it before the storm. The built-in cable fits USB-C devices. Bring a separate cable for a Lightning phone. Charging speed depends on your device and cable.
First aid
EssentialFirst Aid Only All-Purpose First Aid Kit (FAO-442)
A soft-case first aid kit keeps basic wound-care supplies together at home or in an evacuation bag.
Includes: One all-purpose soft-case kit, model FAO-442.
Compare: Add prescriptions and household-specific medical supplies separately.
Need a list that fits your household? Find your missing supplies.
Choose your region
Start with the hazards and official forecasts that apply where you live. Then use the checklist and fill the supply gaps.
Atlantic & East Coast
Plan for wind, surge, flooding, and evacuation from Florida to the Northeast.
Read guideGulf Coast
Prepare for surge, rain, wind, outages, and local evacuation decisions.
Read guideCentral & Inland U.S.
Prepare for flash flooding, tornadoes, and outages from tropical remnants.
Read guideMainland West Coast
Check Pacific storms and prepare for rain, flooding, surf, and road hazards.
Read guideHawaii & Central Pacific
Build an island plan for wind, rain, surf, shelter, and supply disruptions.
Read guideAll regional guidance
Compare regions and find the right official forecast source.
Read guideBefore a storm
Review your insurance
Know what your policy covers before you need it. Standard homeowners insurance usually excludes flood damage. Ask your insurer about your household's coverage and deductibles.
- Check whether you have separate flood insurance and when coverage takes effect.
- Ask which wind, hurricane, or named-storm deductibles apply to your policy.
- Photograph your belongings and save policy numbers and claims contacts with your essential documents.
Plan where to go
Find a shelter
Make a plan for your whole household before travel becomes difficult. Know your evacuation zone and follow instructions from local emergency officials.
- Check your county's evacuation and shelter information, then plan your route.
- Confirm the shelter is open before traveling. Check pet rules and any accessibility or medical support you need.
- Keep IDs, medications, essential documents, and a small go-bag ready to take with you.
Start With The Essentials
Use the core guides first, then expand into supplies, power planning, and official storm resources.
Today's Prep Challenge
Flood Risk Snapshot
Check your county flood zone and save the official map link.
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Hurricane Checklist
Step-by-step actions from a week before landfall through after-storm cleanup.
Read guideEmergency Kit
Build a practical 7-day kit with water, food, lighting, power, documents, and pet supplies.
Read guideSupply List
Shop hurricane kit categories with sponsored Amazon links and plain-English buyer notes.
Read guideStorm Tracker
View NHC basin summaries, outlook items, official maps, and local forecast links.
Read guideGenerator Guide
Compare generator types, sizing basics, transfer switches, and carbon monoxide safety.
Read guideHelp-first planning
Preparing should not depend on having a big budget.
If money is tight, focus first on actions that reduce risk without spending much: documents, alerts, routes, medication, food rotation, neighbors, and local assistance.
Start with no-cost prep
Photograph documents, save emergency numbers, freeze water bottles, choose a meetup contact, and move valuables off the floor.
Find local support
Use 211, county emergency management, Red Cross shelter tools, and official local alerts before conditions get dangerous.
Protect claims later
Take before-storm photos, keep receipts, record serial numbers, and document damage before cleanup when it is safe.
Preparedness Guide
Plain-English planning steps for families, renters, homeowners, pet owners, and anyone preparing for power outages.
Know your risk
Understand surge, flood, wind, and evacuation risks before watches are issued.
Read guideProtect documents
Make waterproof and digital copies of insurance, IDs, prescriptions, and contacts.
Read guidePrepare your home
Secure loose items, check shutters, clean drains, and plan for water intrusion.
Read guideAfter-storm safety
Avoid floodwater, downed lines, unsafe generator placement, and spoiled food.
Read guidePet Safety Tips Area
Pet Safety Tips
Build a pet-ready storm plan before watches begin: at least 5 days of food and water, medications, vaccination records, a safe carrier or crate for each animal, updated microchip information, and a pet-friendly shelter or hotel plan.
County Hurricane Prep Hubs
Local pages for evacuation planning, emergency contacts, fuel readiness, and quick supply actions.
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Miami-Dade Hurricane Prep
South Florida
TX
Harris Hurricane Prep
Greater Houston
LA
Orleans Parish Hurricane Prep
Greater New Orleans
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New Hanover Hurricane Prep
Cape Fear
NJ
Ocean Hurricane Prep
Jersey Shore
MA
Barnstable Hurricane Prep
Cape Cod
Buyer Guides
Focused guides for the highest-intent supply decisions: water, weather radio, backup power, and generator choices.
Best Hurricane Supplies
A quick buyer guide for the first supplies to buy before a storm.
Read guidePortable Power Stations
Compare battery backup options for phones, lights, radios, and small essentials.
Read guideSolar vs Gas Generator
Understand the tradeoffs before choosing backup power.
Read guideNOAA Weather Radio
Why this belongs in almost every hurricane kit.
Read guideClose the biggest kit gaps first.
Build a starter kit with water, a NOAA radio, flashlights, phone power, first aid, and shelf-stable food. Use your regional guide and household checklist to make it fit your location.
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