How to Save Money in a Hurricane... and the Aftermath

It is easy for a couponer to STOCKPILE... but... after a few days and helping your neighbors out, maybe you are running low and need to save money for repairs or for the hotel you are now staying at?

5 Quick Tips -

Don’t impulse buy, even if you’re in the path of destruction.

Avoid the grocery stores when possible. They’re the first place panicked people go. You’re much more likely to find everyone’s nonperishable favorites at Target or Walgreens.

Mobile Coupons.

Save Your Receipts. If you don’t/won’t use your supplies, take them back! 

Stay calm. Buy what you need for the worst case scenario, but keep your thoughts fixated on the best possible outcome.

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Thanks Liz@MoMoney

Things you should always have on hand in case of severe weather (And most you can get ahead of time ... with coupons!)

• Flashlights & extra bulbs
• Battery-operated radio
• Battery-operated lanterns
• Batteries (in different sizes!)  
• Matches 
• First aid kit
• Duct tape
• Rain gear
• Clock (wind-up or battery-powered)
• Plastic garbage bags
• Fire extinguisher
• Scissors
• Can Opener
• Clean clothes
• Extra blankets
• Heavy gloves

Pack non-perishable food for each person for 3-7 days -

• Bottled water (1 gallon/person/day) 
• Bottled juice
• Two coolers: One for drinks & one for food
• Canned foods
• Manual can opener
• Dry pet food

Medical Needs -

• Medic-alert tags
• Insect-repellent sprays
• Feminine hygiene items
• Sunscreen
• Soap
• First aid kit
• Prescription medication
• Over-the-counter medication
• Children's medicine
• Bandages
• Adhesive tape
• Antiseptic solution
• Thermometer
• Tweezers

And if you know severe weather is coming -

• Remove/Store outdoor items
• Trim dead branches from trees
• Board up windows
• Fill gas tanks and extra containers
• Get extra cash
• Move furniture away from windows
• Store important documents in waterproof containers
• Extra supply of medicines