The best wildfire prep supplies to keep on hand for emergencies

With wildfire season in full effect and fires actively raging in and around California, now's the time to make sure you're prepped and ready for emergencies, evacuations, power outages, and smoke damage. Especially considering the severity of this year's wildfire season. So far in 2024, a total of 994,837 acres have burned, compared with 253,895 acres in the same time frame in 2023, according to Cal Fire.

Living somewhere where this kind of disaster is possible means it’s important to have gear that you can grab in case of an emergency. Think: essentials like shelf stable food, water, generators or power stations, flashlights, and more all in one easy-to-find kit.

Continue reading to learn more about wildfire prep supplies, written by Bridget Mallon.

Bridget Mallon

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Bridget Mallon is a freelance writer and editor with over a decade of experience creating lifestyle content. She covers shopping, interior design, travel, and everything in between. She was previously the editorial director at The Spruce and MyDomaine. See more at bridgetmallon.com.

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