How do you stay warm and sheltered in an emergency?

Questions about shelter and sleeping

How do I keep warm in a winter power outage?

Close off one room to heat, cover windows, wear layers and hats, and use sleeping bags rated for the cold. Never use an oven or gas stove to heat the home, the CDC warns.

Is a propane heater safe indoors?

Only heaters rated for indoor use, with ventilation and a working carbon monoxide alarm. Follow the manufacturer's instructions exactly.

What sleeping bag rating do I need?

Pick a rating below the lowest temperature you plan for, and add an insulated pad: the ground pulls heat away faster than air.

Free: printable checklists and prep spreadsheets, including a water and food calculator and a power budget. For answers with no internet: Survival LLM.