Guest Guest Posted March 18, 2003 Share Posted March 18, 2003 100 Items That Disappear First in a Disaster 1. Generators (Good ones cost dearly. Gas storage, risky. Noisy...target of thieves; maintenance, etc.) 2. Water Filters/Purifiers (Shipping delays increasing.) 3. Portable Toilets (Increasing in price every two months.) 4. Seasoned Firewood (About $100 per cord; wood takes 6 - 12 mos. to become dried, for home uses.) 5. Lamp Oil, Wicks, Lamps (First choice: Buy CLEAR oil. If scarce, stockpile ANY!) 6. Coleman Fuel (URGENT $2.69-$3.99/gal. Impossible to stockpile too much.) 7. Guns, Ammunition, Pepper Spray, Knives, Clubs, Bats & Slingshots 8. Hand-Can openers & hand egg beaters, whisks (Life savers!) 9. Honey/Syrups/white, brown sugars 10. Rice - Beans - Wheat (White rice is now $12.95 - 50# bag. Sam's Club, stock depleted often.) 11. Vegetable oil (for cooking) (Without it food burns/must be boiled, etc.) 12. Charcoal & Lighter fluid (Will become scarce suddenly.) 13. Water containers (Urgent Item to obtain. Any size. Small: HARD CLEAR PLASTIC ONLY) 14. Mini Heater head (Propane) (Without this item, propane won't heat a room.) 15. Grain Grinder (Non-electric) 16. Propane Cylinders 17. Michael Hyatt's Y2K Survival Guide (BEST single y2k handbook for sound advice/tips.) 18. Mantles: Aladdin, Coleman, etc. (Without this item, longer-term lighting is difficult.) 19. Baby Supplies: Diapers/formula/ointments/aspirin, etc 20. Washboards, Mop Bucket w/wringer (for Laundry) 21. Cook stoves (Propane, Coleman & Kerosene) 22. Vitamins (Critical, due 10 Y2K-forced daily canned food diets.) 23. Propane Cylinder Handle-Holder (Urgent: Small canister use is dangerous without this item.) 24. Feminine Hygiene/Haircare/Skin products 25. Thermal underwear (Tops and bottoms) 26. Bow saws, axes and hatchets & Wedges (also, honing oil) 27. Aluminum foil Reg. & Heavy. Duty (Great Cooking & Barter item) 28. Gasoline containers (Plastic or Metal) 29. Garbage bags (Impossible to have too many.) 30. Toilet Paper, Kleenex, paper towel 31. Milk - Powdered & Condensed (Shake liquid every 3 to 4 months.) 32. Garden seeds (Non-hybrid) (A MUST) 33. Clothes pins/line/hangers (A MUST) 34. Coleman's Pump Repair Kit: 1(800) 835-3278 35. Tuna Fish (in oil) 36. Fire extinguishers (or.. large box of Baking soda in every room...) 37. First aid kits 38. Batteries (all sizes...buy furthest-out for Expiration Dates) 39. Garlic, spices & vinegar, baking supplies 40. BIG DOGS (and plenty of dog food) 41. Flour, yeast & salt 42. Matches (3 box/$1 .44 at Wal-Mart: "Strike Anywhere" preferred. Boxed, wooden matches will go first.) 43. Writing paper/pads/pencils/solar calculators 44. Insulated ice chests (good for keeping items from freezing in Wintertime) 45. Work boots, belts, Levis & durable shirts 46. Flashlights/LIGHT STICKS & torches, "No.76 Dietz" Lanterns 47. Journals, Diaries & Scrapbooks (Jot down ideas, feelings, experiences: Historic times!) 48. Garbage cans Plastic (great for storage, water, transporting - if with wheels) 49. Men's Hygiene: Shampoo, Toothbrush/paste, Mouthwash/floss, nail clippers, etc 50. Cast iron cookware (sturdy, efficient) 51. Fishing supplies/tools 52. Mosquito coils/repellent sprays/creams 53. Duct tape 54. Tarps/stakes/twine/nails/rope/spikes 55. Candles 56. Laundry detergent (Liquid) 57. Backpacks & Duffle bags 58. Garden tools & supplies 59. Scissors, fabrics & sewing supplies 60. Canned Fruits, Veggies, Soups, stews, etc. 61. Bleach (plain, NOT scented: 4 to 6% sodium hypochlorite) 62. Canning supplies (Jars/lids/wax) 63. Knives & Sharpening tools: files, stones, steel 64. Bicycles...Tires/tubes/pumps/chains, etc. 65. Sleeping bags & blankets/pillows/mats 66. Carbon Monoxide Alarm (battery powered) 67. Board Games Cards, Dice 68. d-Con Rat poison, MOUSE PRUFE II, Roach Killer 69. Mousetraps, Ant traps & cockroach magnets 70. Paper plates/cups/utensils (stock up, folks...) 71. Baby Wipes, oils, waterless & Anti-bacterial soap (saves a lot of water) 72. Rain gear, rubberized boots, etc. 73. Shaving supplies (razors & creams, talc, after shave) 74. Hand pumps & siphons (for water and for fuels) 75. Soy sauce, vinegar, bouillons/gravy/soup base 76. Reading glasses 77. Chocolate/Cocoa/Tang/Punch (water enhancers) 78. "Survival-in-a-Can" 79. Woolen clothing, scarves/ear-muffs/mittens 80. BSA - New 1998 - Boy Scout Handbook (also, Leader's Catalog) 81. Roll-on Window Insulation Kit (MANCO) 82. Graham crackers, saltines, pretzels, Trail mix/Jerky 83. Popcorn, Peanut Butter, Nuts 84. Socks, Underwear, T-shirts, etc. (extras) 85. Lumber (all types) 86. Wagons & carts (for transport to & from open Flea markets) 87. Cots & Inflatable mattresses (for extra guests) 88. Gloves: Work/warming/gardening, etc. 89. Lantern Hangers 90. Screen Patches, glue, nails, screws, nuts & bolts 91. Teas 92. Coffee 93. Cigarettes 94. Wine/Liquors (for bribes, medicinal, etc.) 95. Paraffin wax 96. Glue, nails, nuts, bolts, screws, etc. 97. Chewing gum/candies 98. Atomizers (for cooling/bathing) 99. Hats & cotton neckerchiefs 100. Goats/chickens Quote Link to post
Guest Guest Posted July 14, 2004 Share Posted July 14, 2004 Wow what a list this is. As usual I just found this and thought that it was well worth hilighting. I find this a great starter's list. Hubby bought me a lantern that will burn with any type of fuel, even oil I think. We always have cord wood stacked and can burn the fencing if needed. Quote Link to post
gardnmom Posted July 14, 2004 Share Posted July 14, 2004 Thanks Mare, very helpful for ideas, reminders and even for finding alternatives. Since some of us will be unable to afford some of these items, we can work out a substitute. Quote Link to post
Linda Posted July 14, 2004 Share Posted July 14, 2004 going to make that my check list. great list. Quote Link to post
Freetobeme Posted July 17, 2004 Share Posted July 17, 2004 I guess we are pretty well prepared. We have the food issues handled. As for water storage, you can store water in other types of containers especially for animals and washing. We have food grade 55 gallon drums as well as our drinking water containers. We have a very large supply of wood, just got more yesterday, and the means to harvest more if needed. As for toilets...keep a 5 gallon bucket and a supply of sawdust or peatmoss for emergencies. Periodically bury the contents. That reminds me... we do need toilet paper! Quote Link to post
Guest Guest Posted July 21, 2004 Share Posted July 21, 2004 Thanks Mare. I was reminded that charcoal is low both here and at the cabin. Use wood up there mostly but charcoal is easier in the winter. Lighter fluid is low too. di Quote Link to post
Guest Guest Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 Oh what the heck! Let's make this a 'sticky', too! Quote Link to post
furbabymom Posted March 31, 2007 Share Posted March 31, 2007 #35 - why oil? What's special about that that makes it disappear faster than the kind packed in water? Quote Link to post
MommyofSeven Posted March 31, 2007 Share Posted March 31, 2007 The tuna fish in oil is supposed to have more omega 3's than in water, I think. Mo7 Quote Link to post
Dee Posted March 31, 2007 Share Posted March 31, 2007 furbabymom, I don't know what makes it disappear so fast but I do know I used to write to a man in the Ukraine and oil was one thing that was rationed. For a family of 4 I think it was 1 pint of oil per month. It was really interesting to read his letters, they were so foreign to us who still had everything. He said his children hadn't had chocolate for 3 years. They shared a pencil stub for school work. They hoarded any paper they could get. His teenage daughter had eye problems and had to enter the hospital BUT there was no medicine. His wife had to go from pharmacy to pharmacy trying to get enough meds. to help. I spent over $100 sending him a box with all kind of things, pencils, paper, oil, chocoate, gum, etc. and they said it was like Christmas. His wife sent some flower seeds in a small packet she'd folded out of paper and sent them as a thank you. I thought it was so nice of her when they had so little. When I planted them in the spring, I was in hopes of something I'd never seen. They were yellow marigolds. We've lost contact through the years and I'm sorry but I can't find his address or letter anywhere. I can't imagine where they went but gone they are! Quote Link to post
Nett Posted April 1, 2007 Share Posted April 1, 2007 Originally Posted By: Dee furbabymom, I don't know what makes it disappear so fast but I do know I used to write to a man in the Ukraine and oil was one thing that was rationed. For a family of 4 I think it was 1 pint of oil per month. It was really interesting to read his letters, they were so foreign to us who still had everything. He said his children hadn't had chocolate for 3 years. They shared a pencil stub for school work. They hoarded any paper they could get. His teenage daughter had eye problems and had to enter the hospital BUT there was no medicine. His wife had to go from pharmacy to pharmacy trying to get enough meds. to help. I spent over $100 sending him a box with all kind of things, pencils, paper, oil, chocoate, gum, etc. and they said it was like Christmas. His wife sent some flower seeds in a small packet she'd folded out of paper and sent them as a thank you. I thought it was so nice of her when they had so little. When I planted them in the spring, I was in hopes of something I'd never seen. They were yellow marigolds. We've lost contact through the years and I'm sorry but I can't find his address or letter anywhere. I can't imagine where they went but gone they are! Reading things like this reminds us of how fortunate we still are. and what we can look forward to when shtf Quote Link to post
anna Posted April 7, 2007 Share Posted April 7, 2007 This points out why its important to store cooking oil, olive oil, shortening, etc. Personally I don't care for the tuna in oil, but I have plenty of other sources stored. Look at nutrition lists to be sure you have everything covered. Don't forget seeds to grow fresh stuff. Quote Link to post
Vic303 Posted April 8, 2007 Share Posted April 8, 2007 Interesting version of the list. Have seen others. This one omits alcoholic beverages...Anybody remember that pic of the looter in NO with the bucket of booze/beer? Quote Link to post
cookiejar Posted April 8, 2007 Share Posted April 8, 2007 Originally Posted By: Vic303</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Interesting version of the list. Have seen others. This one omits alcoholic beverages...Anybody remember that pic of the looter in NO with the bucket of booze/beer? OMGosh, That one picture spawn dozens of jokes and photoshopped images. http://www.nola.com/cgi-bin/prxy/photogall...678/2074561.jpg Quote Link to post
cookiejar Posted April 9, 2007 Share Posted April 9, 2007 I think Looter man startled people with his perception of priorities. We have bozos down here who have Hurricane parties in BEACH FRONT HOUSES. I'm NOT kidding. Quote Link to post
motherearth Posted April 19, 2007 Share Posted April 19, 2007 some of the other things that disappear fast especially with a storm approaching or what have you are tires and tubes for bikes and patch kits , candles of all sorts....take care and keep the faith Quote Link to post
cleanheart Posted April 21, 2008 Share Posted April 21, 2008 WOW! Where do I begin with it all to do........ Quote Link to post
Ambergris Posted April 21, 2008 Share Posted April 21, 2008 Begin where you can. There isn't any other place to begin. Quote Link to post
Cat Posted April 21, 2008 Share Posted April 21, 2008 Take inventory of what you *have*. Make lists of what you'd realistically NEED to have... and other lists of what you'd LIKE to have. Decide a plan of "attack"... how much of what each week? Budget! Shop sales, thrift stores, garage sales... and have a copy of your lists handy so you can refer to them when in doubt about an unexpected find. Keep your lists up-to-date. Know what you have and where it is. Rotate food stores. Don't forget accessories, like batteries, if needed. One step at a time... just be aware and conscious of your goals. Slow and steady still wins the race!! Quote Link to post
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