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Preparing for weather emergencies may not seem like such a big deal to some people, but ?I always say ?it?s better to be prepared than sorry”.?? Taking a few extra steps to ensure the safety of your home and family can make an unpredictable and difficult situation much easier to handle.
Some people may panic in the event of a weather emergency and not think all that clearly.? Having been involved in several weather related situations, I?ve learned that it is best to be prepared in all situations no matter how big or small and have a weather preparedness kit available.
I recently participated in a RadioShack Weather Preparedness Skype Media Tour and had the opportunity to speak with Kally Masino from RadioShack about all of the different weather prep gadgets available to help us stay safe and better prepared in a weather emergency.? Heather was great and introduced to me several weather related must-haves that can help meet your needs during those times. ???I have compiled the list below.
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The Blackout Buddy
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The ICON Flashlight Rogue 2 is where function meets style. This sleek mid-sized flashlight has an intense LED beam and is built from aerospace-grade aluminum. It also features an ergonomic tail gap this is stylish and simple to use. The ICON Rogue 2 is equipped with some really great features all packed in this well designed compact flashlight.? When it comes to performance don?t let the size fool you.? Just the right size to have around the house or if you need in on the go in your car or purse. Price: $49.99
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The last two products, ?the Enercell 2300mAh Portable Power Bank and the Enercell Portable Power Bank for iPod and iPhone gets an A+ in our house.? I?received both?models.??These two are great for power outages?and those who travel a lot.???The first model is specifically designed for iPod and iPhones.
The Enercell Portable Power Bank for iPod and iPhone??helps keep your iPod or iPhone fresh by making a withdrawal from Enercell’s Portable Power Bank. It’s a small, personal and portable power supply that keeps you talking for up to six hours where you can charge it from any USB power port.
-Output voltage 5.0 +/- 0.25V, output current 1000mA (max), with a capacity of 1800mAh
-Battery average run time up to 6 hours, results vary by device and usage patterns
-Over-voltage, over-current, short-circuit, over-temperature (charging) & under-voltage protection
-Battery charges in about 5 hours
-Price: $39.99
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The Enercell? 2400mAh Portable Power Bank on the other hand is a small, personal-portable power supply that keeps you talking for up to four hours.? It also has min -to -micro adapter so it can be used to charge mp3 players, digital cameras, and other phones that have either a mini USB or micro USB outlet.? It also comes with an Apple? cable.
Output voltage 5.0 +/- 0.25V, output current 1000mA (max), with a capacity of 1350mAh
Battery average run time up to 4 hours, results vary by device and usage patterns
Over-voltage, over-current, short-circuit, over-temperature (charging) & under-voltage protection
Battery charges in about 3 hours
Price: $49.99
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The Radio Shack Desktop Weather Radio with SAME Alerts
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Finally, is the RadioShack Desktop Weather Radio with SAME Alerts.? SAME stands for Specific Area Message Encoding. ??By entering your zip code you will receive weather-related warnings and announcements.? It also features Skywarn alerts from trained observers, ensuring you’re always one of the first to know what’s coming.? It also doubles as an alarm clock, making it great for camping trips and other outdoor excursions.? Retails for $79.99
?Preparing for a weather related emergencies doesn?t have to be a scary event if you are prepared properly.?? Each situation may be different but for the most part preparing for basic home weather safety preparedness, RadioShack has everything you need!
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