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The new year starts fast. Is your gear ready for everything that may come your way in 2026? Simply being fully stocked isn’t always the most important thing. Take time at the beginning of the year to check your survival gear, emergency food, and   outdoor survival water purifiers . The last thing any family wants is to be caught in an emergency with unreliable options. Here’s a step-by-step guide of how to make sure your supplies are up to date and ready to go. Solar Gear Check  From flashlights to solar panels, check anything that requires a charge. Gather all your essential items in 1 place and inspect them. Verify that the battery still works and holds a charge. Test your solar panel with a backup generator to make sure everything is hooked up properly. That way, if an emergency arises, you’ll be ready. No need to find a replacement on short notice. If you haven’t upgraded your emergency supply with solar options, the start of the year is the perfect time. Solar...

It’s easy to feel worried about the future. You might worry about natural disasters. Or you might worry about your community. No matter what you think about, preparation can help. Preparing for emergencies can help you transform your worries into action. You can enjoy peace of mind when you know how to keep yourself safe. You can sleep easier at night knowing you can protect the people you care about most. Here are 3 ways to turn your worries into action. Get to Know Your Neighbors Strong communities are important. We all want to be able to call our neighbors to borrow a cup of sugar. We all want to enjoy neighborhood block parties. We also want to trust our neighbors. Getting involved in your community is important for emergency preparedness. Strong communities rebuild faster after disasters. Communities help each other in times of need. After personal emergencies, neighbors look out for each other. Getting to know your neighbors can help put some of your worries to ...