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ArticleBody:You've been saying forever that you need to build your emergency kit. It's not fun to think about, but putting in a little time and money now can pay off huge down the line when an emergency comes along. The Department of Homeland Security lists suggested emergency items to keep on hand. Right now, all those items are on sale for Black Friday, which makes this a great time to get it together. Here are some of our favorites.
These N95 masks block the majority of the bad particles that will keep you from breathing correctly. They're essential in a fire or other situations with airborne particulates. Anker SOLIX C300 DC Power Bank Station $139 Even if service is spotty, you'll want your devices charged for communication. This handy little box has a 288Wh battery inside that can charge up to seven devices at once through its onboard ports. A display lets you know how much charge is left.
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