IF YOU PREP FOR A HURRICANE, YOU'LL SURVIVE MOST ANY SHTF

[@malindafoster5719]

I set the refrigerator temperature to as cold as I can get it. I clean the house and get the laundry done. I cut the grass and put up all lawn furniture, garbage cans, flag, etc. I make bags of ice and freeze. Take a shower. Make sure prescriptions are filled. I also make a pot of coffee.

[@antheredhen]

Lol. I'm doing the same things. Freezing water bottles.

[@malindafoster5719]

@@antheredhen That's a great idea. That way you have drinking water when it melts. I am adding that to my list right now.

[@gypsylife7822]

Same here!

[@kaesch2770]

Sounds like the perfect list to me!

[@sophiagrace8362]

Freeze a cup of water to top then put a quarter on top of frozen water so if power goes out you can till how far it melted if it goes more than half way your food my not be able to save.You can also add heavy quilts and the silver insulation on top of a chest freezer to keep cold in longer

[@valerierobinson8872]

Ryan Hall Y'all is an excellent weather source.

[@sunshinestatesurvival]

Oh yeah, good channel!

[@lunaseaprepper5555]

Mike's Weather Page is great too!

[@jacquelinebaxter6420]

Yes I watch him!

[@tonistrickland4983]

Good report on running fridge/freezer from generator...here in Louisiana during Hurricane Ida last year we were without electricity for almost 2 weeks...we had a small 5000 BTU window unit we put in the LR area & 2 fridge/freezers hooked to the generator...we ran the generator for 5 hours ON then 3-4 hours OFF and didn't run after midnight. We stayed pretty much in LR/kitchen area & shut all other doors...that small ac unit kept the house pretty comfortable & we didn't lose any food..

[@sunshinestatesurvival]

What size generator did you have? Just curious because I'm not exactly sure how long my gas generator would run AC unit, but it would be nice to have one

[@tonistrickland4983]

@@sunshinestatesurvival i think it's a 15,000watt, it's big, but uses a lot of gas but worth it to stay cool & not lose a freezer full of meat

[@kathym2501]

I'm from Southwest Louisiana and now live in Illinois. After Laura I know of people who had no power for a month. One friend had a full house Generac which worked great. Used a lot of fuel but they were thankful.

[@baneverything5580]

We were hit by Laura and Delta here in central Louisana. I`m on disability so I decided then and there to never get caught in a situation like that again and began investing in as many solar tools and batteries as possible. I started with power banks, rechargeable batteries, solar panels, then solar power stations and products that I can use with them, even cookers. My relatives have called me every name in the book for prepping. They laughed at me a year ago when I told them to buy extra food before prices rose. My sister is obsessed with expiration dates and hoarder TV shows though and when I had to stay with her while I went through the disability process she threw away every prepping item I was able to get. Lost all my seeds, rice, beans, grits, molasses, honey, sea salt...everything. She and my nephew have nearly drove me to a nervous breakdown because I`m building an emergency solar power system in my camper for hurricanes. I want independence, safety, security, low electric bills, and peace...and they can`t stand it. It amazes me. Unbelievable! She and my nephew live in two houses on the same big lot. Both are loaded with money but have absolutely no emergency supplies of any kind. Power goes out...they can`t cook anything and use cheap, low quality LED lanterns. They do have gas for heaters though...and during the Winter storm in 2021, even though they have an outdoor shed, coolers, tons of totes...all their food in two freezers and three refrigerators spoiled inside the house. Imagine that! I have solar power for my fridge and freezer and by May my window air conditioner will be running from the power of the sun using 780 watts of solar, my 300ah battery, a 60 amp MPPT charge controller, and a 2000 watt AC inverter. I need two more panels, a fuse bolt, ground wire, and a battery meter and it will be finished. A poor homeless dog showed up three weeks ago so I had to put off buying parts to help her with food, dog house, flea collar, and a blanket. They still don`t get it after the Winter storms and two hurricanes! They HOUND ME and call me names and laugh at me!

[@baneverything5580]

@@kathym2501 You can power a chest freezer (manual defrost only) from a Bluetti EB70 for 24 hours or every day if it`s sunny if connected to two 100 watt solar panels connected in parallel. If it`s cloudy run a gas generator and recharge it in 4 hours. My 500 watt solar power stations run my 3.1 cubic ft manual defrost dorm fridge for 24 hours. I got two of each so I can charge the others while using the other two. I have no transportation, very rural area, so I invested in what I had to so I could have some security here. I was finally able to get a big 300 ah Ampere Time battery. By May I should have the two other solar panels and battery meter needed to run my small air conditioner from the sun. God I hope it works the right way. I want to be able to buy meat instead of paying for high electric bills that keep going up and not die after hurricanes.

[@peacefulblessing]

Hi from Puerto Rico 🇵🇷, love your videos,. we just passed through hurricane fiona here and its really bad, no light, no water, had many flooding , people lost their homes and lost many of their furniture. We started preparing more when we went through Hurricane Maria. Got solar panels and a generator, prepped with food,water, supplies etc. For this hurricane found many holes in our preps so we are fixing that. Its not easy to go through a mayor hurricane even if you are prepared, but its bearable. Also you need entertainment because eventually you are going to get bored and frustrated 😞.

[@myrnahidalgo2271]

Us Boricuas play music and dance though everything!

[@sunshinestatesurvival]

Oh goodness. I hope you're doing okay in the aftermath. I know it was a bad one.

[@antheredhen]

So true. We played many games during Charlie and the others after him years ago.

[@carmenn5609]

Good point on the entertainment, I feel your pain, I have family to the south of the island Sabana Grande and still without water, not sure today about electricity.

[@carmenn5609]

@@myrnahidalgo2271 😂 so true!

[@megandonahue9220]

Floridians were born for prepping!

[@cookingsherry8784]

I know you are well prepped, but I'm praying anyway for you, your son, and Obi to stay safe!

[@sunshinestatesurvival]

Thank you! Prayers to everyone in the path!

[@Pmwalls46]

@@sunshinestatesurvival What a great video that you’ve put so much caring and thought into ! I’m praying for you and your son and puppy and everyone in the path of Ian ❤️🙏

[@mellisa9459]

True, new people need to know how to prepare for a Hurricane we in North Carolina still ready all year around.

[@sherrywoodrum7577]

Another great video! I lived in SW FL for 21 years, and the year Hurricane Charley (& Ivan, Wilma, Fred, & Ethel) we had our house boarded up for 3 c weeks. Felt like a cave dweller. No power for days, but we & our animals were safe & fed. Prepping is IMPORTANT. This is a great list!

[@antheredhen]

That was the other ones names. . All 4 went over us within a few weeks. Charlie knocked everything down so the others didn't do much more damage. I think we were out of power for over 2 weeks.

[@caroledavis3741]

I came to that same realization today! Wow, I don’t need anything...well I am still saving for a portable battery generator, but I have one I can use outdoors.

[@judiehavard4903]

I actually started preparing my home for this storm. Friday. Along with your supplies. Most women make sure all laundry is done ahead floors are mopped dusting is done and things are put away inside the home. Plan for a game or movie to keep children busy and distracted the storm noises. Same for adults. If power does go out your favorite music helps. Or A car DVD player. To watch a movie or a movie projector to watch. Card games as simple as GO FISH! Some music and a puzzle. At my house we have to prepare for 2 weeks without power. Most of the time in a bad storm that's is how long it can take to restore power. 2 WEEKS!! Do not plan for only 1-2 days. Always plan for at least 4. If it doesn't happen great. If it does you have what you need to get you through. Also make sure chainsaws and lawnmowers are good to go. If you can have a small wagon on the back of lawnmower to pull around the yard to pick up debris. Saves your back and time in hot summer heat. And the gas and oil to run them. Already stuck back. If you ever go through 1 just 1 storm unprepared. You will swear. THAT WILL NEVER HAPPEN AGAIN!! AND MEAN IT!!

[@RiceaRoni354]

When I lived in Cali for four long years, people thought I was crazy to have and earthquake kit, when I lived in central florida for almost 4 years they though I was going overboard to have hurricane supplies, been in Tennessee 25 years and have a pretty well thought out supply inventory. It’s just smart.

[@kstaffidaho4637]

A suggestion for people who have meds that require refrigeration. You can purchase tiny refrigerators that hold a six pack of soda and use them to store your meds. They require far less wattage than a regular size fridge. Praying for God's protection and provision for you and your family. Stay safe.

[@brendaz9222]

Tropical Tidbits and Mike's Weather Page are two of my go to sites during a hurricane. Stay safe folks! Thanks Sunshine for the info!

[@laurabee8174]

I second Mike's Weather page. Fellow Floridian here and he has the best info.

[@sunshinestatesurvival]

Just subbed to Mike's Weather Channel, thanks for the suggestion guys!

[@antheredhen]

Thanks.. I'm going to also. I've noticed the weather Channel this year isn't doing anything. Usually they continually update us. Yesterday they reloaded the same video over and over. Now I see they haven't put up a vid in 11 hours.. Are they down in there bunkers? WTH.

[@stormbunnie6966]

Mike is great

[@wren7195]

Be safe down there, Sunshine. The sincere light you've been given and generously share with us is the kind that guides the way through ALL storms. The mindset, the heart, and of course the prep. You be safe, God bless you.

[@brendanelson1027]

Good advice & some great products. Blessings from NW Florida here, ground zero for Hurricane Ivan in 2004 & Sally two years ago. Petsitting away from home for friends this weekend & really hoping my friends will come home early. Will be going home Monday to put our house in order, putting up the hurricane shutters, collecting the lawnchairs & other blowables under cover & weighted down, putting out hay & extra water & ID collars for the goats, prepping crates if needed for the cats & dog, staging our supplies, lights, headlamps, radios & ice chests ready if needed. We just charged all the solar phone chargers & the rechargeable batteries last week & checked the generator. Another tip.... wash all laundry & any dirty dishes 2 days before storm is due in your area.

[@sunshinestatesurvival]

I love the tip about washing your dirty dishes and doing the laundry ahead of time!

[@brendanelson1027]

Yep, we were 2 weeks without power in Ivan, really appreciated clean towels & multiple changes of clothing each day after working in sweltering heat & humidity. Always seems like the hurricanes suck all the breezes up for at least a few days after they pass & leave sticky, miserable conditions. We are more rural so also have to be aware of wildlife like snakes & big spiders being driven from their territories.

[@mississippihiker545]

Good tip on the washing up. Also mow the lawn before. Makes clean up ( leaf raking , dragging limbs, etc) somewhat easier afterwards. Camille 69 Fredrick 79. Elena 85 Erin 95 ( lived in Florida at the time) Katrina 05…too many tropical storms and indirect hits to list Y’all stay safe.

[@sunshinestatesurvival]

@@mississippihiker545 You've been through quite a few! Everyone stay safe

[@judiehavard4903]

Do a walk through video of your home. Showing walls floors furniture windows. Sheds boats and vehicles. Anything of value. So you have proof of before and after of property. For insurance purposes. Your roof condition!!

[@tinawest412]

Thanks Sunshine. I am in Central Florida. I shared your video to my FB page for family and friends to see that this is one of the reasons I prepare. I don't have to run out in a panic like the masses just to find shelves wiped out because I have the things I need. Just topping off and getting the little bit done that needs to be done. Prayers to everyone in the path... be safe.

[@sunshinestatesurvival]

Awesome! Stay safe. I'm really happy that a lot of you guys are already prepared! I've heard stories about how the shelves are looking and the gas stations, etc in that area.

[@judiehavard4903]

A 5 gallon bucket with a lid can be used for potty. Get some kitty litter and some small garbage bags that fit over the top of the bucket. Place bag in bucket. Then pour in a small amount of kitty litter to absorb liquids and keep down smells when you open the bucket. And more kitty litter when needed. Wal Mart also sells a toilet lid to fit a 5 gallon bucket in the camping section. You can also cut open a pool noodle and cut it to fit the round top of your bucket. You will thank me later.

[@ilovetech8341]

The last hurricane took the power down for days. It was bloody hot. I was sitting on my radio listening to the power companies fix things which boosted my spirit... while sweating my balls off. This year.... fan with solar... along with some big projects.

[@judiehavard4903]

We also keep. Blowup air mattresses. In case som family needs to evacuate. I can provide a bed for them. With sheets and a blanket for all. I cook a large casserole or 1 pot meal for everyone ahead of time. And plenty of snacks. Your extra hungry during these times of stress. Made a head of time helps the day after a storm so you then have a good heat and eat meal. While you are trying to clean up.

[@leemitchell7827]

Hey sunshine, you're the 1st person I think of when I see the weather down there. I hope you never have to use your preps,but so glad we have them!take care and God bless 🙌 💖 🙏. Lee

[@sunshinestatesurvival]

Thank you for the thoughts :)

[@mikewolosz9456]

See in the Midwest we don't have to worry about that. If we would the world is done. But we got the snow,ice, and cold. If the power goes out we could be really screwed. I always stock up on stuff just in case. Prepping is about being ready just in case. The last few years I have stocked up on backup power, heat, solar, food, whatever I can. Be safe and know God is watching over you. 🙏

[@lulabelldesigns]

I see this is 2 years ago but still relevant. Praying for you all. 🙏✝️🛡️

[@sunshinestatesurvival]

@@lulabelldesigns i pray everyone says safe out there!

[@CH-eg5rd]

SOLAR RECHARGEABLE OUTDOOR LIGHTS. The dollar store usually sells them. They will illuminate walking paths and help you avoid outdoor hazards. Or you can let them charge and bring them inside at night if you need background room lighting. Obviously you don't want to leave them stuck in the ground pre-storm as they will turn into projectiles.

[@reginarenoude1098]

Oct 9....2024. This video popped up. You were the best on here & we miss you!!

[@sunshinestatesurvival]

@reginarenoude1098 I pray for everyone in the path and I pray that this video helped even one family to be better prepared for the results of these hurricanes.

[@noreenharewood8675]

Not sure if you mentioned insulated cups for your coffee in case there's a power outage. Also repellent for those who do not tolerate the smokiness of mosquito coils. Overall I think you did an excellent job at showing us things that we might not necessarily have thought about. Stay safe and blessings to you and your son!

[@james0000]

"insulated cups" Each person should really only need 1 or maybe 2 if including a backup... right? OR are you talking about disposable items for some reason?

[@debragriffith6628]

Thinking of you and your son and Obie. Praying for your safety as the weather gets worse. Please keep us updated on your situation! May God bless and keep you!

[@marierobinson3935]

Lets just hope we dont ever have to use our preps and they can gather dust in the cupboards🙏🙏 I can dream 😂 stay safe people 🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@sirguy104]

I don't wait for the hurricanes, the hurricanes wait for me.

[@Tabdawg]

I lost power in 100 plus degree water this summer for 48 plus hours. Black out curtains were a life saver. I kept them pulled with the windows closed and my house stayed cooler for about 36 of those 48 hours.

[@sunshinestatesurvival]

That's awesome. I definitely need to invest in some!

[@nilkadeleon]

Hurricane Iam heading your way be ALERT. Be safe.💗💗💗

[@snakebyte7271]

Stay safe , I know you are prepped & ready & that's why we do this for these reasons & what may come down the road.

[@christinawhite9256]

Yes, many new people to Florida listen to this video. October 7, 2016, my family lived through & had damage and power outage from Hurricane Matthew. It was a Category 5, but when it hit my area it was a Category 2. This Category 2 ripped off my concreted in heavy duty patio cover along the entire length of the back of my house. Winds and a tree limb destroyed our roof. Thankful for great homeowners insurance. Don’t play with a hurricane just because it’s “just” a category 2. Florida is prepared for fast with getting people back on electricity and other help, but you will have downtime. Other states bring a ton of help for electricity, etc., just like we do for them when they need help. Prepare!

[@sunshinestatesurvival]

You're right. The categories give people a false sense of security sometimes

[@cnela63191]

Thanks for the video. I'm in one of the red zone. For now. Your right about that, people are going crazy out there. And I'm at home like all I need is a few things and that's it. I have the same radio 📻 and I bought one for my mom in Puerto Rico and she love it.

[@sunshinestatesurvival]

That's awesome that you got one for your mom too.

[@antheredhen]

Great video. All new Floridians should watch it. There are a lot of them.

[@disneymom5]

We rode out hurricane Andrew in 1992 we had no power for two weeks in the hot muggy Florida heat. Fortunately we were prepared with water and lots of canned food. We just used our bbq grill to heat things up. Will be praying for you and all those in florida.

[@carmenn5609]

I really want to thank you for such an educational video, I have almost everything you mentioned for this Florida storm, I live here also. Not only do you show us the products but also a little bit of the does and don'ts of some of them and how they work. Kudos to you! You nailed this in simple terms.

[@sunshinestatesurvival]

Thank you! I tried to be as thorough as possible. I worry some people will not be prepared...it'll be a monster. Praying for everyone

[@richardmurdock574]

Praying for your safety, Stay safe

[@sunshinestatesurvival]

Thank you! We're doing good here. I'm on the panhandle, so its just another day, thankfully.

[@judiehavard4903]

If you get plywood cut to fit your windows. Lowe's also sells metal clips to fit the plywood. Placem them on the edges of the plywood. The tooth like edges of the clips will bite into your brick or what ever surrounds your window and hold the plywood into place. You may have to ask for the clips. They are a little pricey. But makes the process of putting the plywood into place and taking down much easier and faster. When you are done. Label the plywood for each piece for each window. And mark top and bottom. Save these for later use. And your clips. Since the wood totally blocks your view. I leave one small window. Open. To see outside. That is just my preference!! You do what is safe for you!! I have a small kitchen window on the back side of my home. I leave it unblocked to see all of my back yard sky and trees. I watch how bad the tree tops are whipping around to kind of judge the winds outside. That is just me!! You do what is best for you and your situation and family.

[@lisaslattery8661]

I like getting a gallon plastic bag, fill it with water, put it inside another one. Lay it over your food in the freezer, it molds around the food to keep everything frozen longer. Also if you can't reach someone by calling, try texting. Sometimes it's easier to get through by text.

[@danielledunavant3146]

I lived in the Philippines for many years and we always taped up our big picture windows for typhoons. We never had a window shatter and I believe the tape helps give it some structure against the heavy winds.

[@danielledunavant3146]

@@peacefulpear8 We just used masking tape and criss-crossed it over all the bigger windows.

[@vickipadavic6643]

I only had to get more water. It feels great to have what we need. Bring it on.

[@sunshinestatesurvival]

Awesome

[@Mhel2023]

I do make a run to pick up easy to eat fresh fruit like apples, oranges and bananas.... Maybe an extra pack of water if it's not too crazy out there

[@terrilew5350]

I grew up in Florida & have been through my share of storms. Now I live on the coast of Texas. I stay prepared. Stay safe.

[@tinac945]

Excellent, thorough & to the point! I'm not in hurricane country, but this advice is the same for tornado weather. Thanks, God Bless & Be safe!!

[@shawnclark7326]

I hope you, your son, and doggie are hunkering down somewhere safe. 🙏🙏🙏

[@sunshinestatesurvival]

Hey there, thanks! We're up in NW panhandle, so it should be fine up here. Just some rain

[@billyannecrews6651]

Lol. My sister in Miami her and friends in her high rise building used to buy booze and snacks and throw Hurricane parties 🤣🙄🤪 I’m like yeah not sure if that’s the safe thing to do during a Hurricane. Thank you for sharing: this is for basic necessities for prepping and I still don’t have all of it but working on it.

[@flakathy890]

You did a wonderful job with your list of hurricane peeps, Sunshine. I spent the first 30 years of my life in Miami and the last 35 I've been in Central Florida. I've been through at least a dozen hurricanes, including three in one year. Right now we're in the direct path of the hurricane projection, but a lot can happen in the next three to four days. We've had a lot of rain this year so the lakes are high, roads have already been washed out and there's water standing in most areas. If we do get hit, there will be a lot of flooding. I hope Ian passes you by. We were also in the direct path of Irma.

[@sunshinestatesurvival]

Please stay safe!

[@flakathy890]

@@sunshinestatesurvival The trajectory has turned north west and they're predicting it will hit just above Tampa. If it stays on that course, we'll get some outer bands but that's it. My house was built in 1955 and is solid concrete block, so I feel very safe here. And I know God is beside me all the way. In my last comment, I forgot to add to your comment about fires. When Irma hit us, the local bowling alley got struck by lightning. Due to the storm, fire trucks weren't going out and the bowling alley was destroyed. So you're right. Fire is a real possibility.

[@jessica_video_projects]

I’m in Houston Tx We have summers storms that are like cat 3 hurricanes 😮🌀 It’s crazy .. I’m very prepared.

[@kingwithoutkingdom9270]

Ur video one of the best 👌

[@littlejohn307]

I like to have a bag of trail mix with my bug out supplies for quick snacks on the go.

[@Patriotalliance]

I'm just north of Tampa and have done as much as I can. We are all set. We have family that have evacuated to our house to ride out the storm. They all joked before about all my preps. They aren't joking about them any more. Good luck to us all.

[@sunshinestatesurvival]

Stay safe! I'll be praying for all of you down there

[@MyMason100]

You did a great job as usual !! Thank you ! Stay safe !

[@judiehavard4903]

If you do live where it may flood. Keep a large pool mattress float to help bring out items you need to stay dry or place small children on to float them out one for each child. Or will help get your elderly out.

[@wardrobelion]

I always just left then dealt with things when I got back. Stress level is different since kids are grown and gone now. Come what May🙃🙏🤷‍♀️…I’m standing my ground.

[@laurievoelker9005]

Yes, was thinking about the newbies. Since I have been prepping, last 6 months or so, this is the 1st time I don't need to do rush shopping for a hurricane. 🙃 Right down to plenty of home canned foods.

[@sunshinestatesurvival]

Feels good, huh?

[@laurievoelker9005]

@@sunshinestatesurvival lol, sure does. Never too old to get on board.

[@richardmurdock574]

Wishing you had a Mr Sunshine to help with everything, although I'm sure your son is a big help

[@sophiagrace8362]

You have a wonderful pantry and prepping items

[@kissingbanditt]

I heard of the hurricane and i thought of you as i dont know anyone else there. I hope you and your family are safe. Thumbs up girl 🤗

[@sunshinestatesurvival]

Aww thanks! I should be in the clear, except for maybe some rain. I'm in the upper NW panhandle

[@joeyjennings9548]

its going to be a mess here.. the path has moved over us. life has speed bumps 😁 feel bad for those where & when landfall comes 🌪🙏

[@sunshinestatesurvival]

Thanks for the update. I'll be thinking of all of you guys down there and praying for the best outcome. Stay safe!

[@pinkpigletparker8703]

You weren't rambling: I was learning! Great video. You taught me about the generator that I know nothing about.

[@josephmckenzie8953]

Stay safe, Sunshine.

[@sunshinestatesurvival]

Looks like it's still on course to stay east of me, but I pray for anyone in the path.

[@kathym2501]

I grew up in Southern Louisiana in the 60s and 70s. When I was 6 we were living in Houma, South of New Orleans. We had a hurricane coming and my mom, from Iowa, taped the windows up so tight you couldn't see out lol. That's about the only thing I remember about that hurricane. My ex husband moved to Florida a few years ago. I asked him if he was preparing for this hurricane. He said they were going to wait a few days and see where it's going. Well ok! Good luck!

[@ttandme69]

Houma LA too…well, Bayou Blue

[@AmandaClarkHOOTIE]

We're in the panhandle and survived Sally on my grill to make food and coffee. Thanks for the prep advice. Aside from the generator, we're good 🥰

[@james0000]

WOW! Thank you for mentioning that the large battery back up is NOT actually a generator! The radio with NOAA channels is nice... so long as it's one where you can set it to be silent unless there is an alert... otherwise, we all really should have other equipment capable of playing 162.400 to 164.550 MHz narrow/wide FM anyway. The solar on that one will probably take 72 hours of sunlight (9 days worth) to fully charge. The solar chargers are often a complete and total joke in reality, as are the crank chargers for most of these. Also, don't forget that for many of these... if you have to supply the batteries... they might need to be rechargeable for any of the recharge options to even work. As far as the butane stove... probably works fine in most Florida temps... not so well if it's really cold... so... NOT prepped to survive THAT SHTF. I, personally, don't even buy 12 gauge extension cords, yes they make 10 and even thicker but in most cases I think 10 is thick enough. Yup... run chest freezers for only 2 hours a day if needed... less efficient freezers and fridged require MUCH MORE time per day though. Cash is great to have... don't forget that longer established facilities should be able to go old old old school and make a carbon copy print of your card that will actually be charged days later as well... but you may have to remind them that this is an option and in reality was how all transactions used to be done. I never let candles run around on their own ;p

[@sunshinestatesurvival]

Lol, pesky candles

[@thebiggshomestead]

Hey lady! That’s right! You should already be ready if you are a native.

[@sunshinestatesurvival]

Stay safe over there, my Florida friend

[@ameeromedia5883]

Thank you for sharing solid advice on not having the freezer and refridgerator running off the battery station ALL the time but a few hours at a time as needed.

[@judiehavard4903]

Doggie stake out posts and leashes and collars that are good. So you don't loose your pet. And they can go potty outside in safety. You can place these in the shade for your pet to be outside for a while after a storm. And water in place for them.

[@marilynparmelee]

Glad you're ready. Hope it doesn't hit inland.

[@sunshinestatesurvival]

Praying for everyone!

[@LilA-zl6tf]

A very good reminder!

[@AppyRayn]

Great advice I would also add put important papers especially all your insurance papers and photos of all household goods you'll need it for insurance just go room by room and take pictures. Also all of your photos and important family mementos put in something waterproof. Also with Harvey in Texss we had 54 in of rain... have a way to get in your attic. Put a hatchet and flashlight up there so if you have flooding you can get out to be rescued. Stay safe everyone.

[@lovinglife3954]

I appear to be binging your videos today.😍 Very practical.

[@lovinglife3954]

You cal Florida person, buy a bunch of beer. 😝😝😝

[@MyMason100]

Hey , Shop Vacs are a necessity to any home !! There must be videos on here showing all the uses for a Shop vac..

[@cookingsherry8784]

If you don't like to rely on mainstream media like The Weather Channel, The Weatherman Plus YT channel is a great resource because he gives people a heads up weeks in advance that there are potential problems coming up. Ryan Hall Y'all is another good source for minute by minute reporting of storm events.

[@dixievixen6045]

I was watching Ryan Hall and hopefully, as this storm approaches, if from the Gulf side, the wind shear looks like it is going to have impact on tearing apart the storm. Still not going to be fun though. You look about as prepared as can be. Stay safe. Giving my gear a once over just in case. Never know which way storm remnants will go.

[@brendaz9222]

Sound is fine for me.

[@sunshinestatesurvival]

Good to hear!

[@debbiec6216]

*Stay Safe* ! *I know of several people aka KZbinrs , who moved to Florida* *Know If I lived in Florida, I would have left this past Saturday , before the jammed packed traffic*

[@laurabee8174]

Do not tape your windows! It really doesn't help and is hard to remove. Yes to tarps! Everyone should have a few to cover breaches/leaks in your house. Good advice. I enjoy your videos. I wish more people prepared. It is mind boggling how unprepared most people are.

[@ortizblancajazmin]

Oh yes I had everything except the radio and thank you , yes today everyone looking for water here at central florida thanks God like you said o had water , canned goods , propane and more

[@SuperWhatapain]

Good review no matter how many hurricanes you've been thru. I always remember or learn something new. Thank you stay safe Florida 🌴🌴🌴 northeast fl here

[@sunshinestatesurvival]

Stay safe!

[@melodyodell8463]

Hope you and your son are safe!

[@jodiejodeena7784]

Stay safe Sunshine! Great video!!

[@JT-2012]

Good review of hurricane preps. I'm praying that Ian changes course and heads out to sea. For years I stacked sandbags the wrong way, then saw a video on how they should be done. You only fill a bag half way, lay it down, and the next filled bags gets laid on the empty part of the previous bag. Repeat. It keeps water from leaking through. Be safe and God bless.💜✝

[@malindafoster5719]

Thanks for sharing, I didn't know that.

[@TheOrganizedPineapple]

Hope you are ok down there! Just checking in!

[@ivasomersault8495]

i would get some cheap pasta/noodles from supermarket, boil the kettle or use the solar items etc and quick easy meal xx thank you for video with send to my sister in law in florida xx

[@antheredhen]

I noticed the same thing. I have everything already. Just got some crackers and breads since my mother in law will come to our house I'm sure. Oh THANK you I forgot I have 2 rechargeable fans I need to charge. Every spring I stock for hurricane season. I don't wait for one to come. But not I'm stocked always..

[@stacybryan3133]

Thank you so much for the video and useful tips! I’m so relieved we are preppers already, but new to hurricanes. We’re in Palm Bay so it will be tropical storm conditions…unless it changes paths. Praying for everyone 🙏

[@sunshinestatesurvival]

Be safe!

[@daughterofziondaughterofzi8265]

We're in lake City were prepared as best we can be God bless everyone 💖

[@cathyvento7446]

HI, south FL here... we dodged it.. hope you guys stay stocked up and safe....

[@sunshinestatesurvival]

Keep an eye out still...it's days away, could shift. And there still could be major flooding and winds down there at a CAT 3.

[@lukedawg357SIG]

Thank you great information and links take care.

[@HALEdigitalARTS]

Plus one on the battery fan. No sleep without one. Walmart has a $7 metal USB fan that runs off a brick for hours. Also rocket stove made with bricks works great if you don't have a gas or propane stove. Thanks for the excellent video!

[@flakathy890]

What do you mean when you say "brick"?

[@HALEdigitalARTS]

@@flakathy890 phone charger battery like Anker, etc. They're anywhere from $10 to $40. I have them for my family for when they forget to plug in their phone at night.

[@pinkpigletparker8703]

@@HALEdigitalARTS is it the foldaway fan? I was trying to figure out how to charge the USB fans without a generator. It'd be nice if they told you on the package since some people don't know. Thanks for this information. I didn't think a phone charger would be strong enough

[@HALEdigitalARTS]

@@pinkpigletparker8703 I think the misunderstanding is that the fan cage is only 5-1/4" in diameter (multiply that by 25.4 to get mm). It LOOKS like the bigger ones you're used to seeing. A phone charging brick will easily run it. I didn't run it all the way out, so I don't know how long it will last. Quite a few battery based chargers also have the USB port for charging phones. Example, the car boost chargers with the little air compressor built in I keep in my trunk has two USB ports that will work. The Jackery has USB charging ports, the little Ryobi inverter that plugs into their 18v tool battery has two of the ports. I should put together a video testing these things. It's real easy for me to suggest stuff in the comments on someone else's video. Unfortunately, my comment isn't very helpful without more information/visuals.

[@Inthesouth2]

I'm looking at the storm right now. But, from Tampa up its going to get real ugly and the right side of the storm is the dirty side (the worst damage) if I was you I would load baby boy and lil fur baby up and be ahead of the rush to get out. I know you are prepped and ready but, you might need to hunker down in Mobile. That's what I would tell my daughter and myself. Imjustsaying

[@Inthesouth2]

1st time tampa bay has had a hurricane in 100 years. I do hope you left.

[@sunshinestatesurvival]

Thank you so much for your concern, but I'm about as far Northwest as you can be in the state of Florida, so the only effects we should have are some rain and maybe 15 to 20 mile an hour winds.

[@Inthesouth2]

@@sunshinestatesurvival ok just as long as you are safe.

[@sunshinestatesurvival]

@@Inthesouth2 thank you. I'm praying everyone on the immediately affected area is smart and leaves town

[@Utah_Mike]

Strom has moved landing a lot in the past two days, be safe

[@judiehavard4903]

Clothesline rope and pins for hanging out clothes or towels to dry. A tarp can make a canopy for shade outside to grill or cook or shade to get outside to catch any breezes if power is out. The old folks would sit under the trees to keep cool. You can use kitchen dish towels to put around your neck to keep cool. Just soak them in water. Wring them out and wrap your neck especially for your elderly that may overheat easily. A small dish pan of water to place your feet in will also help to cool someone that gets overheated. Wipe their face arms and legs with water. And cool drinks. Gatorade in packets. Stores well. And helps replace electrolytes. Stay hydrated!! Drink extra fluids. A hand fan. Helps! And loose clothing. A damp towel over the top of your head. The heat is no joke!! We take our air conditioning for granted. But if you don't have it to go to. Be ready. NO candles around small children. They can bump them over before you know it. Lanterns battery operated are better and much safer. And less for you to worry about. Home made popsicles or ice cubes help with kids. Can be made from fruit juice or kool aid. Safety precautions are of extra importance. In those times when you may be distracted or stressed. Give each child their own small flashlight. It is simply a mental security thing for your child. If you do have to leave your home. Keep those little glow brackets and necklaces for kids to help keep track of them

[@meropee9994]

Thank you🙏

[@judiehavard4903]

Two years ago we were warned of a storm that was not supposed to be any worse than a bad thunderstorm. That storm hit land and became a Cat4 storm. Fortunately I had storm preps already in place. But it definitely took everyone by surprise. These storms can take a turn at the last minute and all of a sudden be coming your way. It has done that as well. Even a 1-2 degree shift. Can aim them at you. Mosquito repellent is a must. Tarps are very important for roof. As well as nails and 2x4 for roof. The more you can prepare ahead. Keeps you out of lines at stores or food and water lines. Where tempers are short and people panic to get these things. And many cities and towns usually put out a boil water announcement. So have plenty of water. You can fill a garbage can of extra water and place in garage or on carport and keep a tight lid. A clean can with no drainage holes in bottom. I keep 2 stuck back so they stay clean and store many of my storm supplies in them. I fill them right before a storm and store them on my carport for extra water.

[@MunkyWrenchAquatics]

Tampa here.. hope u got thru this ok. We had some damage but ok . See u soon

[@sunshinestatesurvival]

Glad to hear you're okay! It was nice up in the panhandle.

[@judiehavard4903]

I shared your video. This is an excellent video for storm preps and covers so much. Share to everyone y'all!!

[@sunshinestatesurvival]

Thank you. Praying for everyone.

[@valerier4308]

Great advice and demonstration! Thanks, and God bless!

[@alphahoss1947]

You can get your emergency medical supplies from North American Rescue they offer discounts to those who qualify.

[@awol_molly]

Stay safe during hurricane Ian. I have friends and family in FL.. I'm not the hurricane type, so i stay in Virginia. Lol.