- Battery powered LED Flashlight - LED flashlights have better battery life, are usually smaller and brighter, and can be cheaper depending on when and where you get them. At Walmart you can get small LED flashlights that run off of 3 AAA batteries for around $2.
- Hand Crank - These flashlights are powered by a built in crank that you turn to generate the power. They are generally more expensive, but they do not require batteries, which may be more convenient for some people.
- Headlamp - head-mounted flashlight. This could be convenient if you foresee that you would need light while also needing both hands free.
Batteries
- We''re not talking about that extra pair for the TV remote. Make sure you have storage of every type of battery that your battery-powered objects use: If your flashlight takes D batteries and you only store AA batteries, then you'll be out of luck. Batteries are sometimes even more expensive than the flashlights themselves. This is the most expensive portion of the next two weeks, so plan accordingly.
Glow Sticks
- 12-hour emergency glow sticks are good for kids or if you don't need a source of bright light. You can also get the dollar store ones, but they won't last as long and are more susceptible to unintentional breaking.
Candles and Lighter/Matches
- The go-to source of light when no power is unavailable: fire. It would probably be a good idea to store matches or a lighter whether or not you have candles, but if you are relying on candles for light it would obviously be a necessity. If you use matches, be sure to get waterproof ones in case they get wet.
Other Ideas
- If you have solar-powered walkway lights outside your house, those can also be brought inside at night and used as a light source. While not a source of bright light, they can be helpful if you already have them.
If you have any other ideas for light or power, please share!
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