My family and I recently experienced an extended power outage due to a windstorm with gusts over 100 mph.  We were well prepared and endured the outage comfortably.  Still, I learned a few things I can do to improve my emergency preparedness.

We are well stocked with flashlights and I have a outdoor propane lantern that cranks out the light.  Of course I couldn't use the propane lantern in the house and the flashlights aren't group friendly.  What I wanted but didn't have is an indoor lantern bright enough to light a large area for meals or playing boardgames. 

We have a propane grill in the backyard.  I cooked our meals on the gas grill.  It worked - but it was an uncomfortable challenge to cook on a gas grill in high winds.  Again, I found myself wanting a portable stove that is safe for indoor use.

Here are two products I'm leaning toward purchasing:

GASONE Portable Gas Stove.  It's currently listed on Amazon.com for $21.75.  It burns butane and is described as safe for indoor use.  The price is right for my budget and it has received a significant number of favorable reviews.

Rayovac SE3DLN Sportsman Xtreme 300-Lumen LED Lantern.  It's currently listed on Amazon.com for $18.99.  Again, priced right for the budget and a significant number of favorable reviews.