When there are no lights, you'll want lots of lighting options. But a headlamp is the most crucial when you are on the move, either evacuating or transiting, or doing anything critical in your shelters at night. Black Diamond makes great headlmaps.
Black Diamond Storm Headlamp
WHERE TO BUY
The Essentials
Importance: Important.
Bottom line:When electricty is out, lights are crucial. So is the use of your handsd. So, voila! A good headlamp is worth its weight in gold.
Recommended for: Home Shelter, Transit & Evacuation, Away Shelter.
No. of units recommended: One for every adult and ambulatory child. One in each location is recommended. But having it in your evac (bug-out) bag is most crucial.
Price: $40 plus. They're not cheap, especially when buying multitudes. But a smart investment.
You’ll also need: AAA Batteries. In this case, we suggest traditional, non-rechargeable ones.
Field Notes
We use ours all the time. Camping, hiking, and just banging around outside in the evening.
