As the border conflict between India and Pakistan intensifies, the defense forces are taking all the required precautions to keep the citizens safe. Amid such a scenario, you should be prepared for extended blackouts, cell-tower outages, and medical emergencies. To help you get started, here’s a list of the five essential gadgets and accessories that you should keep handy at all times until the situation de-escalates.
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1. Battery-Operated Flashlights
Given the current situation, blackouts across the establishments near the western border are common. However, to prepare for the worst, everyone should have a few battery-operated flashlights.
You can get the inexpensive ones off the shelves in the market that run on AA or AAA batteries (along with spare batteries), or the slightly more expensive high-brightness LEDs (or lanterns) with rechargeable batteries.
Here are a few recommendations from Amazon if you’re willing to place orders online.
- Duracell LED Torch Light
- Bajaj Raftaar Mini LED RC Torch
- Wipro Emerald Plus Rechargeable Emergency Light
- Philips Blaze Multi-Functional Long Range LED Torch
2. Fully-Charged Power Banks
Given how dependent we are on smartphones and other gadgets, it is vital to have fully-charged power banks at hand, especially in the event of an extended blackout. Depending on your smartphone’s battery capacity, get a power bank that can recharge it at least twice or thrice.
Note: Please avoid purchasing the cheap or local power banks from the market or off the streets. Spend your money on those from renowned brands like Ambrane, Xiaomi, etc. They might look like they’re expensive, but their products are reliable.
- Mi 20,000 mAh 33W Power Bank
- Boat 20,000 mAh 22.5W Power Bank
- Mi 10,000 mAh 22.5W Power Bank
- Ambrane 10,000 mAh Slim & Compact Powerbank
3. First Aid Kits With Thermometer And Oximeter
During a national crisis, medicines and other first-aid-related items might not be readily available. Hence, creating a well-equipped first aid kit with antiseptics (ointments or liquids), gauges, bandages, pain-relief sprays, sanitizers, and some basic over-the-counter medication is essential.
In addition to the aforementioned items, your first aid kit should also contain a couple of gadgets, including a digital thermometer (or thermometer gun), an oximeter, and blood pressure monitors. You can purchase them online or from your nearest medical store.
- Dr Trust Flexible Tip Digital Thermometer
- Dr Vaku Infrared Digital Thermometer Gun
- BPL Smart Pulse Oximeter
- Omron HEM Digital Blood Monitor
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4. Battery-Operated Radio Receiver
Given how important cellphone towers are, especially in areas with a higher population density, their functionality during wartime becomes vulnerable (by enemy attacks, power outages, etc).
In such times, having a battery-operated FM Radio receiver can help you stay updated with the essential updates, safety instructions, evacuation orders, and other critical information.
If you already have a transistor at home, make sure it is functional (and you have the required batteries for it). Otherwise, get a portable, battery-operated radio off the market or online.
5. Non-Electrical Water Purifier
In the event of a blackout or an emergency evacuation, having a non-electric water purifier can also help. These will let you purify the available water into drinking water and stay hydrated during critical times.
6. Phone Chargers And Cables
In the event of an emergency evacuation, having your smartphone chargers and data cables in one place will help you leave in time. Keep in mind that you don’t need to carry all the chargers and cables. If all the family members have a USB-C smartphone, carrying two chargers and a couple of compatible data cables should be enough (as it will help you save storage space for other vital items).
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