Shovels

Dig out of disaster

Every year, hurricanes and other natural disasters devastate many areas of North America, leaving people stranded in their homes without food or water. These disasters can cause flooding, excessive amounts of snow or even landslides, burying towns and houses in thick mud or other impassable material. This can make it very hard for families to get out to buy supplies or food to survive.

One thing that should be in every hurricane kit or storm emergency supply is a shovel. Shovels save people’s lives by allowing them to dig their way out of a landslide or a large amount of snow. Being trapped in your home for too long can be very dangerous, especially if you have a medically fragile or vulnerable family member, such as a baby or an elderly person. If you do find yourself trapped in your home, a shovel can help you remove the material blocking your way out, giving you access to fresh supplies to help cope with the emergency situation.

If you live in a place where you experience a lot of natural disasters heavy duty shovels that can move dense and heavy material are good things to put in your emergency kit. Homes in areas that experience a lot of blizzards should be equipped with several snow shovels. These should be light enough to move heavy snow and ice, but durable enough not to snap under the weight of the material that you are moving.

Many plastic shovels are easy to store, but may not be durable enough to stand up to heavy loads. If you do buy a plastic shovel, ensure that the blade is thick and strong. Folding shovels in a hurricane or disaster kit may work for families that don’t have a lot of space.

Why Are Shovels Essential for Survival in a Storm?

  • Shovels allow you to move heavy and dense material blocking the doorways of your home.
  • You’ll need them to fill your sand bags in the event of an approaching hurricane.

Things to Consider When Choosing Shovels

  • What kind of material will you need to clear away?
  • How much storage space do you have?

Top Shovel Brands

  • Jackson shovels
  • Ames shovels
  • Truper shovels