Don’t Be Left in the Dark This Summer: Storm Season Essentials

While the start of summer promises beach trips and balmy evenings, it's also an important reminder to check that you have reliable backup power and emergency supplies on hand.

Now is the time to prepare your emergency kit before severe weather strikes.

Simple precautions can help you and your loved ones stay safe and cool this storm season.

Here are the essentials you should include in an emergency kit:

Power and Communication

There's nothing worse than sticky summer nights without power or air conditioning. It's times like these when a charged portable power station or battery-powered fan becomes your best friend.

To prepare for power outages, make sure you have the following:

• Waterproof torch with spare batteries (AA/AAA)
• Battery-operated AM/FM radio with spare batteries
• Fully charged power banks and charging cables
• Extra batteries in a variety of sizes
• Battery-powered fan
• Portable power station (optional but recommended)
• Uninterruptible power supply (UPS) for critical equipment
• Lithium jump starter for vehicles
• Spare vehicle battery (in case of emergencies)

Emergency management agencies recommend that households have enough food and water to be self-sufficient for at least three days during a major weather event.

Food and Water

Ensure that you have:

• Water for three days
• Non-perishable food for three days – think tinned goods, dry foods like pasta and noodles, spreads and snacks
• A can opener, cutlery and plates

It's always helpful to have medical supplies on hand to provide immediate treatment for injuries or illness.

Wear or pack protective clothing, as well as sturdy shoes and gloves, in case you come into contact with heat, debris or environmental hazards.

Medical and Personal Items

Make sure to include a first-aid kit. Gather any personal medications or prescriptions, as well as essential toiletries, including:

• Toilet paper
• Sanitiser
• Face masks
• Soap
• Nappies

The last thing you want to worry about in an emergency is losing important keepsakes or documents.

Important Documents

Keep the following in sealed plastic bags or have digital copies stored on a USB drive or in secure cloud storage:

• Emergency phone numbers
• Identification and passports
• Cash
• Insurance papers and property deeds
• Birth and marriage certificates
• Photographs and keepsakes

And, of course, we can't forget the most important family members – our pets!

Pet Supplies

Check that you have their:

• Food and water
• Bedding and toys
• Medication

Ready for Storm Season?

At Battery World, we know that preparation is key.

Before severe weather hits, check your torch and radio batteries, and recycle them when you're next in store.

We also encourage you to book a free car battery health check. Get advice from your local battery experts and feel confident that you're prepared for the warmer nights ahead.

Visit your local Battery World store for expert advice and support in getting prepared for storm season. Our battery experts are here to help you find the right solutions to keep you powered and prepared when you need them most.