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[quote=Anonymous]I keep a stockpile of food in the basement and have added to it in recent weeks after seeing what is happening in some countries around the world. I think a few events have led me to do this - I evacuated from the WTC on 9/11, i lived in NYC during a blackout in 2003 or 2004 and literally had nothing in my apartment other than moldy bagels, so even one night without food/power (and absurd lines to buy food before it spoiled in restaurants/stores) was a lesson, i lost power for days during Hurricane Sandy, etc. So every 5-10 years it seems that something happens that makes me think i should have been a little more prepared than i am, especially now that i have kids to feed. My wife makes fun of me, but in my opinion, why *wouldn't* i have things on hand? I don't want to use my life insurance or health insurance but i still have it - same concept.

I bought a bunch of staples with a 25 year shelf life - rice, pasta, dehydrated vegetables, powdered milk and cheese, etc. Enough to feed us for a couple of months. I've had this stuff for 5+ years already. At one point I purchased MREs (which were great during Sandy) but those have since expired and i could use more. I also have about a month's supply of canned vegetables and soups. I haven't figured out meat because i haven't wanted to load a freezer for an extended period but that may not be a bad idea. I also keep a couple of month's supply of water. Again, why not? It helps me sleep at night. Just recently I loaded up on basic medicines for the kids, like motrin, etc., in case there is a shortage and in case we don't want to go out. I don't know exactly how much all of the above cost, but for less than $500 you should be able to keep a household running for a few months in an emergency. Seems like a good use of money to me. [/quote]

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