Updated: April 2018
7 of The Best Survival Kit Items You Must Have At Home
Danger can occur almost anywhere and it’s best to be ready when it hits. Whether you’re in an immediate disaster or may not have a source of drinking water, any situation can turn from bad to worse if you are not properly prepared. You should always try to plan ahead of an incident even if you feel like it will never happen to you, well, because accidents are called accidents for a reason! For a chance at increasing your chances of survival, here are 7 gadgets that are great to keep in your survival kit at home!
WaterBOB Emergency Drinking Water Storage
Hold 100 gallons of fresh drinking water right in your bathtub!
Bottom Line:
Perfect for at home survival kits, the Waterbob will be your best friend during any natural disaster holding fresh, drinkable freshwater in your bathtub. Great when there is no running water, it can be used for all your cooking, cleaning and drinking needs.
Pros:
Extremely handy in natural disasters where water can’t be found anywhere
Cons:
Low likelyhood of use and water might drain from tub if not properly plugged
First, lay the liver in your bathtub, attach the fill sock to the faucet and fill the Waterbob to capacity. In about 20-40 minutes, you’ll be able to have fresh water for up to 12 weeks that you can use for whatever you need! Because the supply of water is covered, there is no risk of exposure to debris or other contaminants.Constructed of tough, heavy-duty plastic, the waterBOB stays within FDA food grade guidelines and is BPA-free.
Available here.
Flood Guard Car Bag
Stop worrying about what happens to your car during a typhoon or flood!
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Perfect for those in flood prevalent areas, the Flood Guard will keep your vehicle dry and safe from flood damages. Great to keep tucked away in your survival kits, the Flood Guard can be pulled out in preparation of any natural disaster.
Pros:
Allows you peace of mind that you car will still be able to be driven after a flood.
Cons:
Does not gurantee your car will not be damaged by other elements of natural disasters.
Instead of trying to save your property by driving it elsewhere during a typhoon, you can evacuate the area while knowing your car is safe at home. With your car tucked away safely at home, you can save the other things that are really worth saving. Coming in two sizes, the Flood Guard will be able to fit most sized cars.
Available here.
Lifevac Choking Device
Be ready to save a life in any choking situation
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Perfect for your at home survival kit or anyone who always wants to be prepared, the Lifevac will come in handy to clear the airway quick and effortlessly
Pros:
Potentially lifesaving.
Cons:
May not be to convinience when needed.
The Lifevac is a simple pump-like device that will draw an object out of the throat when choking. By compressing the Lifevac together and quickly pulling up, it will create enough suction to dislodge the object. The suction created by the device is 3 times greater than the highest recorded abdominal thrust which ensures the object stuck is certain to come out. For the safety of all lives, the Lifevac will be vital to increase the chance of survival.
Available here.
Watch the demo video down below!
SkySaver Backpack
Just as essential as a fire extinguisher is to get rid of the fire, the SkySaver is essential to help you escape the fire.
Bottom Line:
Keep the Skysaver handy in your survival kit and escape from burning buildings where help is not readily available
Pros:
Escape from harsh fires in tall buildings
Cons:
May be dangerous to use if not properly used
The Skysaver is an easy to use emergency device that will allow you to escape from multi-story buildings when traditional exits are inaccessible. With the SkySaver, you can escape from a building up to 260 feet and it has a carrying capacity of 264 lbs (120 kg). With its automatic mechanical braking system, it will safely lower users at a rate of 3-6 feet per second (1-2 meters/second). To use the product, simply strap the backpack on, clip the edge of the cable onto an anchor point that has been previously installed and descend with the help of the braking system.
Available here.
Watch the demo video down below!
Barracuda Defense System
Keep intruders out and protect those inside
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Perfect to add safety to any safety kit, the Barracuda defense system will secure commercial rooms during an emergency situation.
Pros:
Easy to install and use
Cons:
May be installed incorrectly in stressful situations
Made for commercial doors, the Barracuda defense system has three models that can be used for different types of doors. The outward swinging door protector installs by sliding the bar across until you reach the handle, then twist the knob until it secures the handle. Since this wouldn’t work with inward swinging doors, there is another model that slides under and out of your door that secures it from any potential intruders.
Available here.
Watch the video demo down below!
Survival Capsule
The ultimate solution for when all else fails
Bottom Line:
The Survival Capsule is the perfect thing to have just in case everything goes wrong! It’s designed to keep you safe and protected during the worst of disasters
Pros:
Comes in five models, GPS, Air ventilation vents, Marine standard window
Cons:
A very extreme option
This survival capsule is perfect if you’re ever in a disaster situation! It has safety seating with four-point harness straps, and water storage via bladder or tank to help with your survival. The air ventilation vents ensure you have adequate air, and the GPS will help you pinpoint your exact location for an easier rescue!
You can even get more cool features to pass the time, like a surround sound music system and a dry powder seat toilet!
Available here.
Watch the video demo down below!
Ultra-Aqua Bags
Revolutionary Water Barrier Absorbs Water to Create a Sandbag
Bottom Line:
The Ultra-Aqua Bags is an effective solution to protect property against floods, water heater leaks, broken pipes and more. It’s perfect for any household to store since it’s lightweight when dry!
Pros:
Small and compact size, Provides 30 to 40 lbs of flood stopping, Easy to use and store.
Cons:
Requires multiple to be effective.
The Ultra-Aqua Bags is a water barrier that acts as a sandless sandbag by absorbing water to fill up 90% of its capacity. Made with four layers of patented super-absorbent polymer, you can be sure the fabric of the bags are sturdy and durable against liquid emergencies. Each bag weighs less than a pound and measures 17″ x 22″ when dry.
Each bag holds 30 to 40 pounds of flood stopping weight. Line them up to create a barricade when there are floods, leaking pipes, etc.
Available here.
Watch the video demo down below!