These Battery-Operated Products Will Get Your Family Through a Power Outage

Losing power is frustrating at best and terrifying at worst, especially when the loss is unexpected or occurs due to an emergency or weather-related event. And while you can't always predict when your next power outage will happen, you can make getting through one smoother for your family when you are armed with the correct tools.

To make sure you're prepared the next time the lights go out (or more importantly, when the lights go out and a myriad of your essential electronics drop into that low-battery zone), keep your home stocked with products that work sans an electric source. If you're someone who enjoys camping or spending a lot of time outdoors, you may already be familiar with some common battery-operated devices that can help recreate the comforts of home without conventional power. But if you're not, don't fret—you simply need to look for battery-operated tools or products that can switch over to batteries when necessary. Devices like battery-powered generators, hand-crank radios, and survival lanterns will keep you out of the dark and connected during the times you need them most.

After you select the correct products—we recommend a flashlight, NOAA weather radio (which pushes through weather-related alerts even after batteries die), and back-up generator with multiple charging options, including solar—you'll want to make sure you're stocked up on the things that make them run: batteries. Having a good variety of iterations, from AA to AAA and speciality options, too, on hand is a critical step in emergency preparedness. Ultimately, curating a kit to help your family through an unforeseen weather event or days-long power outage feels daunting—no one wants to imagine the worst. But with the following tools at your disposal, you'll be ready, just in case.