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How to Organize a Blackout Box for Emergencies
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Күн бұрынOrganizing a Blackout Box for that unfortunate time when the power goes out is essential for prepping. It's relatively easy to put together. Just think about what you and your family would need if the power went out. You would need light sources like a flashlight, headlamp, and camping lanterns. Make sure to put in a hand crank weather radio. You will want to stay up to date if for some reason your phones don't have power. Hope this helps!
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@algloriadawson7666 4 жыл бұрын
Just a word of caution - be careful about how your batteries are oriented in your storage box - opposite poles contacting can cause a fire. Better to leave them in their wrapping until you need them for two reasons. The fire issue, and you can retain the info about the expiry date
@TheTamrock2007 4 жыл бұрын
I just put a piece if electrical tape over the terminal. No more fire issue.
@leemartin9156 4 жыл бұрын
I think Lithium Ion batteries (button cell and rechargeable etc) don't like cold. Not sure about NiCad. It may be ok for the old style lead acid batteries.... Can also cover ends in tape but sticky stuff may cause issue later when taking tape off and installing - not making good contact. Maybe put each size in small zip lock in a way where ends don't touch, then put these in that larger bag.... Just some thoughts.
@sheilaallen2146 4 жыл бұрын
I didn't know that thank you
@johnbannister501 2 жыл бұрын
Especially for the "button type" batteries.
@robc.5745 2 жыл бұрын
I myself prefer rechargeable flashlights with a good battery. usb charging.
@humblehomestead3190 4 жыл бұрын
On my blackout box we labeled/ used reflective tape-comes from the auto section so you can find in the dark without needing any source of light!
@SimplyCherie 4 жыл бұрын
Great idea! I have reflective wristbands in our bug out bags. I think they would work here, too.
@humblehomestead3190 4 жыл бұрын
Have you thought of putting in a deck of cards or small games? Something to keep you entertained!
@patsyg331 4 жыл бұрын
@@humblehomestead3190 She talks about that around 17:25 🎲🃏
@MrsPumpkinCat 3 жыл бұрын
Reflective tape reflects light, so how do you see it without a light source?
@TriniSimpleLiving 3 жыл бұрын
Hi, I like the term Blackout box. I sure will implement this idea in my prepping
@dinamateria7722 4 жыл бұрын
You may want to store the batteries out of the lanterns and flashlights. The batteries leak over time.
@SimplyCherie 4 жыл бұрын
Hi Dina. I was debating about that with myself. But I will take your advice and others who have commented the same thing.
@lemyaknight 4 жыл бұрын
The leak happened to me and ruined the connectors in the lanterns😔
@Preppergirl10 4 жыл бұрын
@@lemyaknight soda can be used in some cases to get rid of battery corrosion
@MissDeb-jq6nz 4 жыл бұрын
I was thinking that... A separate container, like those long, plastic cracker containers or just another mesh bag to hold them separately...
@LA-xn7hu 4 жыл бұрын
Just put the batteries in the wrong way.
@swcomment5542 4 жыл бұрын
There’s one more really important thing that I think you should add to your bag. They’re sold at target and I think they’re called ShowerPill wipes. They were developed for athletes but they can completely give you a bath with one of these wipes. I bought them for my grandson last year and we keep them in our emergency and long term survival kits.
@SimplyCherie 4 жыл бұрын
Great idea. Yes, I have those but in a different kit and for camping. You are an awesome grandmother!
@scottwrasse9596 Жыл бұрын
Couldnt find it on Target's site, but did on Amazon.
@TerryElisabeth 4 жыл бұрын
Your channel should be called "Cherie Thinks of Everything" 😄 Excellent ... just excellent ❤❤❤
@SimplyCherie 4 жыл бұрын
Wow, thank you. You're always so sweet.
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@catalhuyuk7 5 ай бұрын
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@VinceDiaz 3 жыл бұрын
I prefer glow sticks instead of the tea light candles. They are great for kids because a blackout can be a little stressful and if you tell a kid that a glow stick can be their nightlight it cheers them up. Also I put the bracelet type glowsticks in my kit and we put them on the restroom and bedroom door nob to make them easier to see in the dark.
@crystaljefferson2182 4 жыл бұрын
Battery operated fairy lights are great for bathrooms at night when the power is out. After Christmas clearance is the best time to get them.
@Preppergirl10 4 жыл бұрын
I have some of those
@deniseweatherspoon6983 4 жыл бұрын
Crystal Jefferson I hung glow in the dark bracelets on the toilet tissue holder during a power outage. Easy to find the toilet at night.
@tngardener231 4 жыл бұрын
I keep some on my mantle and in the window sill of each bedroom. I use them every time the power is out.
@kirk1968 4 ай бұрын
Fantastic idea! There are so many varieties and string lengths that would definitely be useful.
@jenniferpecha4393 4 жыл бұрын
After hurricane Irma I added a set of 10 inch battery operated fans to my kit. They won't blow you away but they would have been a tremendous help in the Florida heat after the power went out. They run on 6 D batteries but worth every penny in that kind of situation.
@brendapayne6603 4 жыл бұрын
What brand did you get? I have old O2Cool battery fans but I would like to upgrade. Thanks.
@pattijack 4 жыл бұрын
I bought usb fans, they work great with the portable power stations ( I have 2 Jackery units). Batteries get too expensive and don’t last all that long. I run my lights and even my portable ice maker off the power stations. This is the way to go! Facing a major tropical storm as I speak, I feel totally prepared. I can run my house table lamps with my Jackery 1000 with no issues and to know I can make ice is a plus! I also have solar powered flashlights.
@jenniferpecha4393 4 жыл бұрын
@@pattijack A Jackery is next on our list but not everyone can afford an item like that (or two). Especially right now.
@WanderfulWorldofTravel 4 жыл бұрын
Totally agree! After being without power in a hurricane in Florida, the battery operated fan was among the essentials that we needed the most! Obviously food and power and water are important, but the heat and humidity can be very dangerous after a hurricane.
@jenniferpecha4393 4 жыл бұрын
@@brendapayne6603 We got the O2Cool fans as well.
@carolyncclark7197 4 жыл бұрын
Great presentation. You have such a clear, nice voice. You explain and demonstrate everything well. Thanks for telling where to purchase the items, too.
@kimbers1238 4 жыл бұрын
I live in Louisiana. I call it a hurricane box. Lol. But its for the same reason.
@SimplyCherie 4 жыл бұрын
Oh yes, I have heard it referred to that. The name says it all. Perfect!
@sleepingcolours 3 жыл бұрын
I started putting together my own blackout kit because of this video. You are very organized and explain everything thoroughly. Thank you so much!! 🖤
@SimplyCherie 2 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@kj7653 Жыл бұрын
Your tetris skills are amazing.
@SimplyCherie Жыл бұрын
Omg I LOVE this comment! I was a Tetris freak for years. There’s a movie coming out “Tetris” with Taron Egerton. I always say you just have to play Tetris when you’re organizing.
@moniquemc4553 4 жыл бұрын
I always love how organized and well thought out you are
@SimplyCherie 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Monique!
@ryanbthiesant2307 Жыл бұрын
I just want to add, do not leave the batteries in the appliances. This causes them to leak. Just have a bag with the batteries separated. Preferably in a packet. Really important for coming to use an appliance and finding that it is actually full of acid.
@SimplyCherie Жыл бұрын
Thank you, Ryan. Others have told me that. I appreciate it.
@thangtrinh3237 3 жыл бұрын
I know about electronics and batteries so I have a few suggestion to you: - First of all, you might have heard people suggesting you to take batteries out in case they leak and it's true, they are Alkaline batteries and they do leak (when they are dead and you leave them in your devices for too long or when you mixing old and new battery, or for no reason at all). You might had a nice experience with batteries that don't leak(yet) even when you keep them in your devices for years but there is a chance that they will leak and have a potential to destroy your devices. Judging from your preparedness I don't think that you are a person that like to take chance. So do you have to take all batteries out of your devices and leave them empty all the time ? *No, just replace Alkaline battery with Nimh battery and you are fine, Nimh battery don't leak like Alkaline* and your devices always ready to turn on at any moment. Nimh batteries available in AA, AAA, C and D size (I recommend getting brand name like Eneloop, Energizer, Duracell). You need a charger to charge Nimh batteries tho, I recommend you get the one with micro usb or usb c input so you can use powerbank to charge your Nimh batteries in power outage. - Secondly, your little hand crank solar emergency radio is not as good as you think. The solar panel is just too small to put out any significant current, it can barely charge the radio itself after like a full day of sunlight. Using the solar panel to charge itself AND another devices is just wishful thinking (welp, technically it's possible if you have a few weeks). Using the hand crank is also a pain to charge another devices (charging the radio with the hand crank is actually fine, a radio is not a power hungry device after all, unlike smartphones). The hand crank would put out around 200ma to 500ma so to charge your phone it would take like 10 hours (or likely more time) of cranking to fully charged the phone. I suggest you to drain your radio battery and test it (just turn the radio and all the light on until the battery is dead and try cranking to charge your phone, you will understand lol) - So what is the solution here ? A high capacity powerbank (buy the one with 20000mah capacity or more on Amazon, just choose a cheaper powerbank with nice reviews and you are fine, no need to choose expensive brand name one) and *a 10w foldable solar panel* . Yes you need at least 10w solar panel to realistically charge your phone and another USB device in a few hours under direct sunlight (the small solar panel on your radio is likely 0.1 to 0.2 w only, very little power output). 10w solar panel is fine but 15w or 20w is even better so buy them if you can.
@SimplyCherie 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for all this helpful info. I have a generator and solar panel now. I will get a powerbank and check out Nimh batteries.
@frederiqueboukeras6491 2 жыл бұрын
Dang, loved that little radio, sweet gadget
@marylandgirl7358 4 жыл бұрын
It would be helpful to note the phone number of your power company on the front of the note pad. Then you can call and report your outage. I find power gets turned on faster this way, in my area.
@SimplyCherie 4 жыл бұрын
Love it! Will do!
@unitedheartsamerica5924 4 жыл бұрын
Gas company number too - write down should there be a gas emergency. We had such an emergency and had to evacuate. If our phones or elec were not working we would lose time.. we should all have a hand written book of phones numbers and email addresses.. (goin old school!)😉
@Grip_ItandrRip_It Жыл бұрын
Save the number in your phone. Many utilities can also tell you how long power will be out in your area. And have a power bank to charge you phone.
@cecilr7986 4 жыл бұрын
Simply Cherie. Your channel is simply wonderful.
@SimplyCherie 4 жыл бұрын
Aw thank you!
@YT4Me57 4 жыл бұрын
I love the radio. Must get one. I don't leave batteries in my camping/emergency lamps. They are used so infrequently, I find they tend to leak over time. I keep batteries in a separate location (nearby). I just bought a pack of D batteries, just before Hurricane Isaias hit New York. Didn't need them but I found peace in knowing that they were available.
@SimplyCherie 4 жыл бұрын
I've always wondered about leaving batteries in. I've had batteries in the green camping lantern for years. So I have not had that bad experience.
@brianhoskins1979 Жыл бұрын
If building a box from scratch (so buying new gear as opposed to finding what's already available around the home) I would advise choosing electrical items which share the same battery platform as much as possible. That way, if the blackout lasts longer than anticipated so that you start to run low on batteries, you can at least share the power around the devices you need most. Where as if they use a lot of different batteries, your options are limited in that respect.
@SimplyCherie Жыл бұрын
Love this, Brian. Thank you for the advice.
@samanthahillburhop581 4 жыл бұрын
Headlamps would be great for this. My husband and I were at a motel in Whistler BC Canada for a ski trip in Dec '19. BC hydro turned off the power for a couple of hours. I had my headlamp & a pen light flashlight with me (ok, so I'm a girl scout and believe in being prepared) husband took my headlamp and I used my flashlight. Will be adding a second headlamp in my setup for him. I use those mesh bags for my cross stitch projects and knitting
@SimplyCherie 4 жыл бұрын
Are they part of your emergency kit in your car? Great use of the mesh bags for your projects.
@samanthahillburhop581 4 жыл бұрын
No I carry them in my backpack. Guess you would call it my EDC.
@Tamara_D 4 жыл бұрын
Solar yard stakes are great to use. Unscrew or pop off the stake and keep the tops.
@SimplyCherie 4 жыл бұрын
You know I saw someone do that. I forgot who. But I did take a look at The Dollar Tree. I would only get there for the price. I still have it on my list. Thank you!
@gonens6056 4 жыл бұрын
Nice organization , I would recommend to ditch the D batteries and focus on AA batteries , It will save space , also what about a phone charger power bank ? And maybe a solar panel to charge it ?
@shondacheesecake 4 жыл бұрын
This is a great idea! 💡 I'd also add a solar phone charger.
@cherylmarshall6874 4 жыл бұрын
Great idea. I need to find one. Thanks
@SimplyCherie 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Shonda. The hand-crank weather radio is actually charged by battery or by solar power. And then it has a place to plug the phone. So it becomes a solar phone charger.
@SimplyCherie 4 жыл бұрын
The hand-crank weather radio is also a solar phone charger.
@shondacheesecake 4 жыл бұрын
@@SimplyCherie oops... Never mind lol
@bretjoramo1393 4 жыл бұрын
the mrs. here...great video! after 21 days without power, (7/18-8/7/2020), it was good to run across your video. some things we learned...having a flashlight in every room to find our way to the blackout box; use unscented tea lights or candles; some gas stoves need electric to work; and keep a glowstick in it's original wrapping in the shower caddy ... power outages seldom happen when convenient, lol. keeping batteries out of items and in original packaging is a great suggestion. i wish we would of had the personal fans and cooling towels as we were breaking heat records during july...they will be getting added asap! labeling will be getting added as well. " i " know what's what, but the mr. was in the dark, (sorry, i couldn't resist the pun, lol). thank you!
@SimplyCherie 4 жыл бұрын
Wow Mrs. Why did you not have power for that long? Yes, I am adding flashlights to each room upstairs. I have them downstairs already. Genius idea with the glow stick in the shower caddy. I actually think our water needs electricity. I have camping stoves. So true about power outages seldom happening when convenient lol
@valmuse2 4 жыл бұрын
This just made my heart so happy. I’ll be putting one together for my family.
@SimplyCherie 4 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Your family will appreciate it.
@vm1776 4 жыл бұрын
I'd recommend keeping a flashlight in pretty much every room. being in the basement trying to find a flashlight in the pitched dark isn't fun. But if you know where flashlights are all over the house, you can get to one even if it's not a great one and then find the rest of the family and the better flashlights and make sure everyone's ok. I assume most people know to call the power company, but most of our neighbors assume someone else will call. so we call immediately and check back on status regularly.
@yolandarowe3094 3 жыл бұрын
I'm always surprised to find that I'm reporting a 'new' outage, when it occurred while I was out and about. (Notification from home hub pinpoints when it happened hour before I got back.)
@betsyadams9670 2 жыл бұрын
Dealt with that a few months ago. Usually have my phone but didn’t that night. Have flashlights in the living room and bedrooms but not the kitchen. I went out and bought wearable head lanterns and hung them in hooks for the kitchen and hall. My house is pitch black when the power goes out.
@lindaroyal8161 2 ай бұрын
I live in Florida - always have a hurricane emergency kit ready for the beginning of the season. In addition to all the great suggestions in this video - I'd like to also recommend; a list of phone numbers for emergency contacts, utilities, family, friends, etc., may not be able to access the numbers in your phone or the cell tower may be out. I also keep 5, clear shower curtain liners, from the Dollar Tree, in the kit and a roll of duct tape. Good to have waterproof protection in case you need to protect anything or a window gets cracked or broken. Good to have an emergency binder prepared with important documents in waterproof envelopes and cash. Of course at the beginning of the season, the pantry is stocked with non parish food items, paper goods, manual can opener, heavy duty trash bags. There's other items we also stock and have on hand, but this is for a comment not a manual, ha ha ha......
@SimplyCherie 2 ай бұрын
I have an emergency binder but not in the box. Thank you for the suggestion about the curtain liners!
@nagaempress 4 жыл бұрын
I love to prepare for stuff and I've never thought of a blackout box! I'm so excited to have just found your Channel! New subby here
@SimplyCherie 4 жыл бұрын
Welcome! You know how there was that commercial, "I have an app for that"? Well, I have a kit for that or I have a box for that. lol
@kirk1968 7 ай бұрын
Greetings from a fellow Phoenician, you're absolutely right about our summer temperatures 😅 This was great and gave me more ideas about what to have in my blackout box. Those mesh bags are awesome, aren't they? So versatile and durable. God bless!
@SimplyCherie 6 ай бұрын
Hi! Glad to hear from a fellow Phoenician. I am working on my water supply and water capture. I will have one for my garden and the other will be a blue water tank. I already have a water bob and life straws. Any suggestions?
@kirk1968 6 ай бұрын
Sounds like you are on the right track, I'm in a condo and can't capture water with blue tanks unfortunately. I think you have the bases covered! Lifestraws are good, I have a Sawyer Squeeze but am also going to get a Grayl press filter bottle as a backup. Purification tablets are also good to have, P&G ones from Amazon are supposed to be good at killing all the bugs. Joseph in the Old Testament was the ultimate prepper I think 😁
@emilasmith4279 4 жыл бұрын
Just awesome. I’m going to rethink my plan. I have a display hutch in a central room on the main floor of my home. In all the drawers I have all the same supplies for power outages also labeled and in containers. It is within arms length of the designated go to closet under the stairs in the event of a tornado. ( no basement). I just had to use my stuff on a recent power outage. I have flashlights in every room of my house to help to navigate around to get to this central supply. Your kit is more portable. I think I will make up a duplicate bin like yours for a mobile kit. I keep similar supplies in my car. Definitely will invest in those mesh bags. I have a lot of supplies stored similarly in large zip lock bags. Tfs!!!
@SimplyCherie 4 жыл бұрын
Love it, Emila. You are prepared. So making this mobile kit is just taking it to the next level for you.
@s.leeyork3848 4 жыл бұрын
This is so we'll thouhgt-out! Thank you.
@SimplyCherie 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much.
@judiehavard4903 3 жыл бұрын
If power is out quite a while have some clothes line rope and clothes pins. For washing some of your clothes. And hang them to dry outside. And 2 large containers for washing . one for soap and the other for rinsing. Do not use as much soap only a FEW DROPS of soap is necessary in the container. Or you will not be able to rinse out all the soap.
@pamelajackson495 Жыл бұрын
Very practical and innovative! Thank you!
@SimplyCherie Жыл бұрын
Thanks, Pamela.
@labradorite8256 4 жыл бұрын
This was more for camping, but regarding lights(because you covered them so thoroughly) I got a battery operated sensor light to leave on the table outside the tent or caravan. It was very handy for night trips, would light my way out of the tent without waking everyone inside the tent. It may also have kept possums away.
@SimplyCherie 8 ай бұрын
Great idea! I also saw a video where he has a motion sensor attached to the car/rv like the ones under a kitchen cabinet.
@wiinidiaz 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing, Cherie. Invaluable. 😊
@SimplyCherie 4 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@michelebcombs5016 4 жыл бұрын
I have NEVER thought about having one of these emergency boxes. Thanks a million. Once I put mine together I'll let you know what I've done.
@SimplyCherie 3 жыл бұрын
Yes, please let me know here or dm on Instagram.
@michelebcombs5016 3 жыл бұрын
@@SimplyCherie I don't have Instagram but I will let you know when I'm done.
@amyhoran7048 2 жыл бұрын
Brilliant organization! Thank you for sharing your ideas. LOVE the labeling!!!
@SimplyCherie 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Amy!
@kathymays4896 4 жыл бұрын
Great job on your kits. I enjoyed learning from you.
@SimplyCherie 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you. I appreciate the compliment.
@elwiub 7 ай бұрын
Great idea...thanks! 😊
@SimplyCherie 7 ай бұрын
You are so welcome!
@katedunstan895 9 ай бұрын
This is great. I have built a box like this after watching your video. So impressed.
@SimplyCherie 8 ай бұрын
That is awesome!
@joansommerfield8419 4 жыл бұрын
Just found your channel and so appreciate how clear and detailed this has been. Look forward to seeing how you approach other topics. I live in an area with potential tornados, ice storms and flooding. Having this type of box would certainly give peace of mind.
@SimplyCherie 4 жыл бұрын
Wow those are things to definitely prepare for. And I can see how prepping for an ice storm while at home would be slightly different than prepping for one while in a vehicle. Thank you for your appreciation and welcome!
@Joani161 2 жыл бұрын
Thank You. Fine steel wool and flint for fire starting or 9 volt battery touched to steel wool.
@SimplyCherie Жыл бұрын
Good idea.
@auntyv 4 жыл бұрын
Great idea! Thinking about doing this to keep under my bed. And the flashlight as a weapon - actually the non-lighted end has cutouts in the rim specifically designed for that reason.
@FrankMoore 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Cherie! We are from Chicago, like you. We get terrible springtime storms and the power is knocked out at least once a year. We are creating a blackout box similar to yours. Great job!
@SimplyCherie 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Frank. I was telling my kids all the things my dad did to prepare for those Chicago winters. Specifically, he would tape plastic around all the windows and make sure we had our thermals ready. He also stocked up on salt and checked all the supplies for each car - chains, ice scraper, etc. and every car got a tune up. And of course, he made sure we knew how to work the snow shovel and snow blower lol
@samanthaboutte3677 4 жыл бұрын
Flairs would go perfect in there too! That is a perfect box to put together for Hurricane season! (Louisiana born and raised)
@DeeCee84 4 жыл бұрын
I live in AZ also and this video was right on time. Going to start prepping a box for my home tomorrow.
@SimplyCherie 4 жыл бұрын
Awesome, Dee! Let me know if you think of something else needed for us Arizonans.
@zuphurialoveriecutscoupons 4 жыл бұрын
Lol. That was too funny...."boing" versus "boink" when using flashlight as a weapon.
@SimplyCherie 4 жыл бұрын
lol. Thanks for catching that.
@ashjoma 4 жыл бұрын
What a great idea. I wouldn’t have thought of that.
@roxannerodriguez7075 Жыл бұрын
This was cooler than I was expecting. Our power went out today and I sure wish I was prepared like you are! I'll be working on my blackout box for sure!
@SimplyCherie Жыл бұрын
Glad you thought it was cool. And even better that you’ve made one.
@Copolia 4 жыл бұрын
Such a good idea. Thanks Cherie.
@SimplyCherie 4 жыл бұрын
You are so welcome!
@TheTamrock2007 4 жыл бұрын
Glad I ran across your channel. I love this black out box. Thinking of making one as a Christmas gift for my grown sons. One thing I do when storing loose batteries is putting a piece of electrical tape over the terminal. To prevent accidental fire.
@SimplyCherie 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Tammy. Others have commented on the fire risk so I bought a D batteries container and have since put them in there. What a great idea for a Christmas gift. I might do the same and a more edited version for budget restrictions. lol
@glenmaturityinbasics5430 4 жыл бұрын
Love the Intro!!! ♥️♥️♥️ thank you so much for sharing this. Definitely will do a blackout box! Thank you!!!
@SimplyCherie 4 жыл бұрын
Yay! Thank you. It will be worth it.
@unitedheartsamerica5924 4 жыл бұрын
You are my new Martha Stewart. A for real lady! Love your style! 💜💜
@SimplyCherie 4 жыл бұрын
What a wonderful compliment. Thank you bunches!
@stevinski12 4 жыл бұрын
Some how i found you today, WOW! iv stocked up on items also but obviously I need more...Thanks for the tips 👍
@SimplyCherie 4 жыл бұрын
Welcome! Yes, keep prepping!
@yaivajoni 4 жыл бұрын
Just an idea to add to your box a battery organizer box with battery tester.
@SimplyCherie 4 жыл бұрын
Yes! I got the organizer box and am actually liking it better, not just for eliminating the fire hazard but for the aesthetics. I have a battery tester with my other batteries in my pantry on the wall. But I can list the battery tester as a future prep.
@ErikZarth Жыл бұрын
I would add power banks, lots of them. Went through a week long power outage last year and drained 4 power banks within 3 days. That lacking has now been remedied.
@SimplyCherie Жыл бұрын
Ok thanks for that advice.
@RobynG70 4 жыл бұрын
This is a great video with excellent ideas. Be careful storing your batteries loose outmof their original package though. If the ends touch for too long a period they can heat up and start a fire.
@SimplyCherie 4 жыл бұрын
Good tip! I will change the storage for them. I ordered D battery containers.
@barbakartchner5812 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for the work you put into your preparedness videos. They are so well organized and show the amount of thought you put into them. We are old hands at being prepared but you have given me additional ideas. Hopefully your viewers will take your advice to heart. We live in a rural area and have a well on our property so we must have buckets of water available to flush the toilet. Once again thanks so much and stay safe! Ps. I love Spam and don't care who knows
@SimplyCherie 4 жыл бұрын
That must be a good thing to have a well. Welcome to the Secret Spam Society...that is not so secret!
@crickettjd 2 жыл бұрын
Great ideas, great information. Another thing I always do is label each item with the type and amount of batteries each item needs, so I don't have to wait until I get the back open and fumble around to find that information. If you have one of those Coleman lanterns that use fuel, you could even put the fuel, wick, etc, information on it so you have that at the ready and can buy extra to have on hand and store them with the lantern. We also keep the Dollar Tree solar yard stakes on hand for lighting, free power and they are only $1.00.
@SimplyCherie 2 жыл бұрын
ok genius tip - thank you!
@brendapayne6603 4 жыл бұрын
A wonderful common sense video, thanks! I subscribed.
@SimplyCherie 4 жыл бұрын
Awesome, thank you!
@gloriaoneil8685 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your video on blackout box . I did it and I’m so grateful for it. I’m in Texas a d I have being without power for 3days you have no idea how helpful this has been!!
@SimplyCherie 3 жыл бұрын
Oh Gloria. I so appreciate this comment and you taking the time to say this. I was watching the news like a hawk and praying for everyone. And just feeling upset, wishing I was there to give my preps, water, and heat sources. I hope you and your family are ok and recovering. I'm sorry for such an unfortunate event. I am so glad that this helped you and you were prepared.
@ashjoma 4 жыл бұрын
I’m in Australia and my town had a very bad storm a few years back and electricity was out for 6 days. I could have used this. I had a small gas heater (was mid winter) that didn’t require electricity. Had to shower at work and recharge my mobile there as work had a generator running. Drove to the next town for a hot meal as that town wasn’t affected. Apart from that it was dark, cold and miserable for 6 days.
@thegmanviews11 4 жыл бұрын
ashjoma I live in Australia also. Have a blackout box as we. Those blankets she had are really great, we had a few and didn’t quite understand how to use them and went o Summernats and got a couple for free and they were the best part of the day. I also have some of those heat warmers also as it gets absolutely freezing - it’s forecast to snow this weekend - we luckily have a fire which during a couple of blackouts during winter has been such a bonus. I have a couple of those handy portable chargers for our phones and iPads. We keep them charged up as well as our phones and iPads. Luckily our stovetop is gas, last blackout we had my mil had to use her BBQ to cook lunch and dinner, I did heat some water for her and filled her thermos’s up so they could have cuppas. I buy those coffee satchels for road trips and blackouts as they are just so handy. Wipes are great for a wipe over if your blackout lasts too long.
@ashjoma 4 жыл бұрын
Adam & Kel Gay Thanks. My area has snow predicted for later this week too. I’ll make sure I’ve got batteries and torches ready. And I’ve got some mobile phone and iPad portable chargers, so I’ll charge them up too now you’ve mentioned it. Just in case....I’m on the central tablelands area west of Sydney.
@thegmanviews11 4 жыл бұрын
ashjoma oh really, where are you? I’m near Goulburn in the Southern Tablelands.
@ashjoma 4 жыл бұрын
Adam & Kel Gay Top of the Blue Mountains but possibly moving to Oberon at some stage. When I go to Canberra I usually go the back way via Oberon and Black Springs and come out at Goulburn. Goulburn is very very very cold.
@thegmanviews11 4 жыл бұрын
ashjoma such a small world 🌎 🌍 yeah Goulburn is gold. We live 45 k from Goulburn toward Canberra, it’s a different climate this way. I always love comments when people say they are in Australia doing the prepping thing. Oberon would be much better.
@Lisaairbnb 4 жыл бұрын
Well done!! So organized and well equipped. Ty for ideas
@SimplyCherie 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much! 😊
@Fiesta-2014 4 жыл бұрын
What a great video . Survival mode 👍 Thanks for sharing
@SimplyCherie 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you 👍
@jessicacanfield5408 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video. On your fan. I have one that is similar for work and I use it all day 5 days a week and it is very comfortable. The things that give M out every 2 to3 days is the batteries
@dafnidonascimento2384 3 жыл бұрын
I loved the way you organized everything! thanks for sharing
@SimplyCherie 3 жыл бұрын
You are so welcome!
@LifeGoesNorth 3 жыл бұрын
What a great set up! Thanks for the ideas!
@SimplyCherie 3 жыл бұрын
You are so welcome!
@rogerp7030 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the tips. The only thing I might change is the lantern. I would get a model that has variable brightness instead of just a single setting. That way you can extend run time if you only need low light. I have personally invested in lanterns, flashlight, and fans that use rechargeable 18650 lithium-ion batteries
@SimplyCherie 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Roger, for the tip. I will have to do more work on rechargeable batteries. I got kind of discouraged investing in them and chargers and them not lasting long at all. If you have a particular one/s that you recommend, please drop the link here. Thank you.
@seniletravel7171 4 жыл бұрын
Excellent presentation! Thank you!
@SimplyCherie 4 жыл бұрын
You're very welcome!
@Dotalina33 Жыл бұрын
I have a medical emergency box under my bed. Same concept but bandages and a whole plethora of things to take care of cuts, bleeding, extra prescriptions, etc. I and my kids have used this box more times than I can count. Bee sting sticks, homeopathic remedies, cold stuff. It’s there. The box is flat and about 20” x 30”. Awesome. Stops the panic when injured.
@SimplyCherie Жыл бұрын
Love it! My medical emergency kit needs a little updating/adding. May I ask why you chose it to be under your bed?
@Dotalina33 Жыл бұрын
@@SimplyCherie the only place I could find to put it. But the big plus is all my kids and grandkids can go to it immediately without digging. AND they have many times.
@SimplyCherie Жыл бұрын
@@Dotalina33 Love your thought process.
@cynthiaribay4082 4 жыл бұрын
First aid kit might be helpful too.
@SimplyCherie 3 жыл бұрын
Yes, that's a good idea.
@JeffeysMom 2 жыл бұрын
I have a disabled senior that have several family members living on my property and I am more of a prepper than an organizer. That said, I have added a Mr. heater midsize Mr. buddy n 40 pound propane tank, a gas one dual fuel cookstove with both butane and sm cans of propane, A small charcoal grill and a large bag of charcoal, A couple different types of wood and alcohol stoves and several cans of sterno fuel, a large first aid kit for on top of my refrigerator just in case, various solar and battery operated lanterns and flashlights, I have two Ryobi fans and two other brand portable fans. And a crap ton of water. Several shelfstable pre-cooked food items most that do not require water but I do not have only one box I have 10. Plus a plastic set of drawers that has a bunch of good medical supplies. Oh I forgot to mention I have a case specifically designed for multiple batteries, I have a ton of rechargeable batteries and double n AAA, 9 V, C and D. I have also started purchasing solar items and I’m planning on buying a solar generator next month.
@prepperpatty199 4 жыл бұрын
I will put my solar phone charger in my blackout box . Great idea will gather all up and do a box like this. Love those camp lights. Thanks great video!Will also upgrade to a battery/solar radio like that one.
@SimplyCherie 4 жыл бұрын
Sounds like a great plan!
@youcanthide004 Жыл бұрын
PERFECT
@SimplyCherie Жыл бұрын
Thank you.
@mateo1726 28 күн бұрын
Pre-staging glow sticks in their bag above every door isn’t a bad idea. So if the power goes out you can quickly access a glow stick if you can’t find a flash light. I throw a small solar panel and batter bank with assorted charging cables as well.
@SimplyCherie 27 күн бұрын
Love these ideas. Thank you.
@TheTamrock2007 4 жыл бұрын
Oh I just thought of a good thing to add. Solar light bulbs. They look like a regular bulb and come with a little solar board with a hook to hang it easily. I ordered them from Amazon a couple of years ago and they work great. $10
@SimplyCherie 4 жыл бұрын
Awesome, Tammy. Someone suggested the solar yard lights from The Dollar Tree. Then you take the light and put it in a mason jar, which I have seen before. But I like your suggestion because of the hooks. Those would be very functional. I'll go put them in my Amazon Wish List.
@evanmurnighan 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this great detailed video! So timely (have been doing research for the items for a 72 hour bug out bag)(learned about that from you 🥳). I’ll definitely use your links below 👍🏻😃
@donnaoswald5334 3 жыл бұрын
Put glow sticks (careful..they may try to eat them), reflective tape, or small flashlight on your pets so you know where they are. Some get scared and hide so in case you have to leave you can find them in a hurry.
@SimplyCherie 2 жыл бұрын
Great tips!
@BenA-bu1cz 4 жыл бұрын
Great idea and very useful....thanks for sharing.👍
@SimplyCherie 3 жыл бұрын
Most welcome 😊
@maxinehope278 4 жыл бұрын
Great job you gave me more to get. Thanks!!!
@SimplyCherie 4 жыл бұрын
Awesome!
@MISSIONCAT11 2 жыл бұрын
well done another possible project is an emergency power station. this consists of emergency, deep discharge +12V batteries, such as golf cart or marine batteries. (auto batteries are very weak and will not tolerate very many deep discharges.) the batteries connect to an inverter which converts +12V to 120V AC. the batteries and inverter need to be mounted in a weather proof outside cabinet. I would bore a hole through the house wall and bring the emergency 120VAC inside through this. This emergency power would operate your computer, some fans, and emergency low-power lights for 24 hours.
@SimplyCherie 2 жыл бұрын
Ok wow. See this is next level. I am trying to get there.
@TXJan0057 Жыл бұрын
Those type of thin plastic water bottles tend to leak. Even houses heated by gas generally have electric blowers and thermostats. I really like how organized the box is.
@SimplyCherie Жыл бұрын
Hmmm…I’ll check them. Thank you.
@belleparlor 4 жыл бұрын
Awesome video Cheri. I’m in Florida so this was helpful TFS
@SimplyCherie 4 жыл бұрын
So glad! I hope all is ok.
@1PurdyG1rL 4 жыл бұрын
Great tips! Thank you for sharing!
@michaellogan8676 3 жыл бұрын
Fantastic!!!!
@SimplyCherie 3 жыл бұрын
Many thanks!
@slhemp3556 4 жыл бұрын
This is the first time I’ve watched your channel, it won’t be the last, I just subscribed. I would rank this video as one of the top five videos I’ve seen on KZfaq in 2020. Thank you for sharing.
@SimplyCherie 4 жыл бұрын
Wow, thank you! Your compliment is very generous. I am humbled. If you don't mind sharing your other top 5, I would like to watch them.
@jjbuttercup84 4 жыл бұрын
That's awesome! Thanks for sharing.
@SimplyCherie 4 жыл бұрын
You bet!
@regionalskygirl 2 жыл бұрын
Cherie - in addition to this awesome box that you have created, may I also suggest that you update (some) of the 💡💡 in your home with (( GE Lighting LED+ Rechargeable Backup Battery A21 LED Light 💡 60-Watt Replacement )) After the initial charging period of 12 hours, they will illuminate for up to 5 hours if your power goes out! I also really like the (( ECO-WORTHY 42 Wh Portable Power Station, 🌞 generator with Solar Panel, Flashlights, Camp Lamps with Battery, USB DC Outlet, Rechargeable )). These items may also be a wonderful gift for a neighbor, you don't want to be the only house/apartment with lights on during a power outage😏. BTW .... I'm going to be binging on your vlogs today, sooooooooo don't be surprised if you read more comments from me. 😊
@SimplyCherie 2 жыл бұрын
Wow thanks for the great tip! I will look for these lights. Binge away!
@MissDeb-jq6nz 4 жыл бұрын
AMAZING! I'M TAKING NOTES!
@SimplyCherie 4 жыл бұрын
Love it!
@asianangel5400 4 жыл бұрын
What a great idea.
@SimplyCherie 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you.
@cheyennesutton2055 4 жыл бұрын
This is a great idea! Thank you!
@SimplyCherie 3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@letsdiscussit1 4 жыл бұрын
Hi. Great video. I am a Prepper in Boston MA. I subbed your channel. We KZfaq preppers need to learn from one another. Nice videos. Nice channel. Keep prepping guys.
@SimplyCherie 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the sub! I have been prepping for a few years now and kept it quiet except for a few videos. I also did not go to what I call the next level of longterm food preparation. But now I am changing that. New sub back to you.
@tngardener231 4 жыл бұрын
I like the battery operated T lights to put on every other stair and I keep battery operated light strips installed under my kitchen cabinets. I got them at Walmart and they are oval and bright. Our power goes out a lot so I stay ready
@SimplyCherie 4 жыл бұрын
I love that idea of every other stair. I also have USB battery rechargeable light strips under my kitchen cabinets. I got them from Lowe's. However, I have found them to last only 1 night's worth. But I am sure they will last longer with regular batteries.
@SharonR1105 4 жыл бұрын
What an awesome idea!
@SimplyCherie 4 жыл бұрын
Glad you think so!
@elizabethburke791 4 жыл бұрын
Batteries are best stored exactly as the come in the package,yet negative ends in the same direction, for fire safety reasons.Plastic containers especially for batteries can be purchased at a Dollar store.
@debkellar715 4 жыл бұрын
I bought a camping lantern that had has a mode for sending a did signal which I thought was good to have especially if you need help in really bad situations.
@SimplyCherie 4 жыл бұрын
I didn't know those existed. I'll have to add that to my shopping list.
@grumpyoldphart7325 4 жыл бұрын
Great ideas!
@SimplyCherie 3 жыл бұрын
Glad you think so!
@susangulseth2368 4 жыл бұрын
This is great! Thanks. Very informative.
@SimplyCherie 4 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@Socute4u 4 жыл бұрын
Loved 💕 your video! So organized! Just a thought, you could add a bit of candy 🍬 in each person's bag (mints, gum, chocolate, etc). 🙂🧡
@SimplyCherie 4 жыл бұрын
That's a great suggestion.
@dccd4 4 жыл бұрын
Great video thank you 🙏.
@SimplyCherie 4 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
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