The Best Power Outage Tools and Supplies

A power outage can be a minor inconvenience, a threat to health and safety, or anything in between.

But unlike the natural disasters that often precede them, blackouts aren’t relegated to specific regions the way earthquakes, hurricanes, and tornados are—just about everybody can experience one, especially now that extreme and unpredictable weather is pushing the limits of electrical grids.

Continue reading to learn more about the best power outage tools and supplies, written by Erica Ogg.

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January 21, 2025

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Erica Ogg

Senior Editor at Wirecutter

Erica Ogg is an editor covering home office, games, cameras, and powering. She's edited dozens of guides to working from home while working from home.

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Sawyer Mini filters remove 99.9% of bacteria—pair with reusable bottles to minimize plastic waste.

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