I tested five bug out bags for their contents, usefulness, portability and more. After eating rations and setting up flimsy tents, here are my two favorites.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." In late November, on a Tuesday afternoon, my husband locked me out of the house. It was the first real ...

A bug out bag is a pre-packed backpack, duffel or other easily-transported carryall that’s loaded with the supplies you need for several days of survival. Think: a few days’ worth of food and water, a ...

When disaster strikes, the stores often aren't open. We asked emergency preparedness experts for the essential gear in case ...

When disaster strikes, will you be ready? Experts in disaster relief and fire prevention and management recommend having a bug-out bag ready to grab at a moment's notice. So, what is a bug-out bag? A ...

“Bug-out bag,” you say? Think of tornado season in Oklahoma. There I was, years ago, watching our local weather expert pointing at a map on the TV that included the area where I live. “There it is,” ...

This article is part of our series Battle of the Brands, in which we compare category-leading products to their counterparts to determine which are actually worth your money. In all honesty, I enjoyed ...