Preparedness Information: Light

Preparedness Information: Light

Though not necessary to our physical survival, light is very important to our emotional health. You won't be able to light a room as brightly with alternatives to electric lights, but it won't harm your eyes to use subdued lighting.

• Light sources include candles in containers, hurricane lamps, flashlights, battery-powered, propane-powered and solar-powered lights, fireplaces, wood stoves, and light-sticks.
• Whatever light source(s) you use, be sure you have an adequate supply of fuel or batteries, and a fire extinguisher. Store where easily accessible, safe, and away from children and pets.
• Consider purchasing a solar-powered battery charger and rechargeable batteries.
• If you need to use light close to children (to change diapers, etc.), battery-powered is by far the safest. Consider giving children their own small flashlights for fun and as a way to make them feel more secure.