Creative by Recurring | Updated 4:10 PM, December 14, 2021

In the past few years, we have seen the damage that the weather may bring more and more. Floods now often break records. The fire season lasts longer, and hurricanes are more destructive than ever. How can you protect your home from the worst-case scenario?

A little investment can do a lot. Generators, pumps, floodlights and radios are all basic equipment in disaster-prone areas. When the next flood or wildfire strikes, the following equipment will come in handy. At a retailer like Harbour Freight Tools, you don't have to spend money on prohibitively expensive equipment to prepare. Your family, your home, your wallet and your neighbors-if they are not so well equipped-will thank you.

When there is a power outage, the generator is obvious. Today's generators run quieter, run longer, and are inexpensive enough to meet budget requirements. Modern generators, such as PREDATOR 9500 Watt Super Quiet Inverter Generator, can run for up to 18 hours to power the entire home and cleverly handle sensitive electronic equipment. Its carbon monoxide detector helps ensure safety, and its ultra-quiet operation means you can hardly hear what it is doing.

Buy now: Purchase a PREDATOR 9500-watt super inverter generator at Harbour Freight for $2,199.99.

To power the generator, you need gasoline. To ensure it is stored as safely as possible, we like this Midwest Can 5-gallon gasoline tank from Harbour Freight. Made of durable HDPE (High Density Polyethylene), its steam lock nozzle reduces harmful fumes. In order to increase safety and peace of mind, it has a flame protection safety system to provide you with double protection to prevent any accidental fires that may occur during transportation or due to improper storage.

Buy now: Buy a Midwest Can 5-gallon gasoline tank at Harbour Freight for $22.99.

In rainy areas, sewage pumps are essential. It is located in the corner of the basement and can drain water outside, thereby preventing thousands of dollars in damage to your foundation (the most important part of your home). Sewage pumps are not only useful in hurricanes or major natural disasters: depending on the structure, location, and drainage capacity of your house, you may need one even in moderate rain. For pumps that are quiet, fast and easily connect to garden hoses, check out Harbour Freight's DRUMMOND 1/3 HP submersible utility pump 2000 GPH.

Buy now: Buy the DRUMMOND 1/3 HP submersible utility pump 2000 GPH at Harbour Freight for $89.99.

If there is too much rain, then this pump will come in handy after a long time has accumulated in your basement. The difference between this and the previously mentioned sewage pump is that it is more powerful and can remove more water at a faster rate. It has a corrosion-resistant stainless steel housing, which is ideal for removing water from flooded cellars or crawl spaces. After the flood subsides, it is imperative to drain all the stagnant water. Since you can use it underwater in a space that has been flooded, it is essential.

Buy now: Buy the DRUMMOND 1 HP submersible pump at Harbour Freight for $189.99.

Ventilating your flooded area quickly and efficiently can prevent things from getting worse, such as mold or further rot. A big fan-like this central machine 20 inches. High-speed floor fans-will work, especially for the maximum airflow sufficient to ventilate the room, dry the carpet, or remove dangerous fumes.

Buy now: Get the central machinery 20 inches. Harbour Freight's high-speed floor fan is now priced at $59.99.

Moisture meters are useful when reporting flood claims to insurance companies. The handy PITTSBURGH digital mini moisture meter can identify the moisture content in wood, which is invaluable for determining how much damage your house has suffered and where decay may occur.

Buy now: Buy the Pittsburgh Digital Mini Moisture Meter at Harbour Freight for $13.99.

When your phone stops working, it is vital to use the radio and its traditional AM/FM bands-both to listen to emergency updates, or to entertain your loved ones when the TV and Internet are out of power. This radio from Harbour Freight is not only rugged and durable enough to withstand disasters or construction sites, but it can also charge your device via USB, so if you restore your mobile phone reception, you can make the most of it.

Buy now: Buy the BAUER 20v lithium-ion cordless compact radio with Bluetooth® at Harbor Freight for $39.99.

When the power goes out, let your little light shine. The BRAUN ultra-compact 750-lumen rechargeable magnetic floodlight can be charged via USB, so there is no need to drill-through wiring and no need to replace the battery. The magnetic base is very convenient, and its 360-degree rotating head will show you the way out of dangerous situations when you need it.

Buy now: Buy the BRAUN ultra-compact 750-lumen rechargeable magnetic floodlight at Harbour Freight for $29.99.

They are not only used when you cook meat patties. Multifunctional fire extinguisher, such as KIDDE 5.5 Lb. The fire extinguisher, which allows you to deal with all kinds of fires (liquid, solid and gas), is a must-have item around the house. Whether you install it on a wall or behind a cabinet, it helps to always know its location and charge it every few years so that it won’t malfunction when you need it most.

Buy now: Get 5.5 pounds of KIDDE. Harbour Freight's fire extinguisher is now priced at $38.97.

When you need to charge your smartphones and tablets, this Thunderbolt foldable solar panel is your answer to the problem of low battery power. This convenient accessory provides an impressive 18 watts of free clean energy, so it can also be used to charge many other small and medium-sized USB powered devices. Due to its ultra-thin design, this solar panel is easy to store and is essential in every household emergency kit.

Buy now: Buy THUNDERBOLT foldable solar panels at Harbour Freight for $94.99.

Ask any scout: a high-quality rope can get you out of the shackles, or get into the shackles when needed, and it can also help you build a sweet trebuchet. Durable, high-quality synthetic rope can be used to secure equipment, secure tarps, or stop branches. Check HAUL-MASTER 3/8 In. X 100 feet of polypropylene rope from Harbour Freight: versatile and useful, it is one of the cheapest but most useful items you can throw in an emergency kit.

Buy now: Buy HAUL-MASTER 3/8 inch. x 100 feet. Harbour Freight’s polypropylene rope is currently priced at $7.99.

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