Crazy Hurricane Beryl Preparedness: What My Aunt Brought Back

When it comes to preparing for a hurricane, most people think of bottled water, non-perishable food items, batteries, and medical supplies. However, my aunt had a unique approach when she went out to get emergency supplies for Hurricane Beryl. The assortment of items she brought back has left everyone in stitches, sparking a wave of entertaining comments online.

The image shows a wooden surface adorned with a curious mix of items that my aunt deemed essential for hurricane survival. Here’s a detailed look at what she brought back:

1. **At the Top Left:**

- Two measuring tapes, one labeled "Aloha" in red and yellow.

2. **Next to the Measuring Tapes:**

- A can of "Dr Pepper Zero Sugar."

3. **Near the Center:**

- Two brand-new black LED flashlights with neon green accents, still in their packaging.

- An orange wristband with a black rectangular digital screen.

- A partially visible black TV remote control.

4. **Below the Flashlights:**

- Packaged swim goggles from the brand "Up & Up." One pair features a blue rim with a red-white strap, and the other has a green rim with a blue strap.

5. **To the Right Side (Bottom Right Corner):**

- Two "Kinder Bueno" chocolate snacks, wrapped in their iconic white packaging.

The scene has evoked a variety of crazy responses from users on Reddit. One user remarked, "Having waited out quite a few hurricane watches, I can definitively say that is not nearly enough hurricane snacks!" Another user humorously added, "The goggles may be helpful to swim down the interstate in Houston."

Others couldn't help but speculate on the odd combination of items. "Hmmm. Buenos, flashlights, Dr. Pepper, and gorilla tape? Looks more like she planned for a kidnapping," quipped one commenter. Another pointed out the potential practical uses: "Flashlights- no brainer. Gorilla tape- fix broken windows maybe. Chocolate- looks good to me. Goggles- harder to justify, but I’ll try. Been through hurricanes before, the wind whipping up rain and dirt can hurt, especially the eyes. Maybe a good plan incase of needing to leave the house."

Many users found the humor in the situation, with one noting, "I laughed hard at this. The mask? Kinder bueno? At least she got flashlights! Batteries?? 😂" and another adding, "What the f***!? That Dr. Pepper Zero was supposed to last three days!"

The overarching theme among the comments was one of amusement and lightheartedness. "Who doesn’t need goggles in a hurricane?!? Chocolate: check. Flashlight: check. Dr Pepper Zero: check. Goggles: check. Water: umm. Food: umm," summarized one user. Another humorously suggested, "Ok, she's off of my Apocalypse team. Preparedness and awareness level: potato."

While my aunt's hurricane preparedness kit may not be conventional, it certainly brought a smile to many faces. As one commenter aptly put it, "Your aunt's priorities are impeccable. Can't face a natural disaster without proper snacks and entertainment!"

So, whether it's the goggles, the Kinder Bueno, or the Dr. Pepper Zero, my aunt's quirky collection of hurricane supplies has definitely added some much-needed humor to the otherwise serious topic of emergency preparedness.