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What do you need in a basic hurricane supplies kit? See the list. Beyond the basics and even the extras, what other emergency supplies would be handy? Yes, you can build a hurricane kit on a budget.

If disaster strikes, it's critical to have basic supplies on hand to survive the initial aftermath. In some cases, emergency help could take hours or days, and utilities we rely on, like electricity ...