23 Ways to Stay Warm When the Grid Goes Down This Winter (Stockpile NOW)

If the grid goes down this winter, what you've stockpiled ahead of time is what keeps you warm, and the time to build that stockpile is now. Most gas furnaces can't run without electricity, so when a winter storm takes the power out, your heat goes with it. In this video, I count down 23 ways to stay warm when the grid goes down, from the worst ideas on the internet to the best, and I tell you what each one can't do. WATCH NEXT: First hour of a winter power outage: [paste first-hour video link] Mr. Heater Buddy manual rules: [paste Buddy heater video link] Full list of backup heating items: [paste 15-heating-items video link] THE COUNTDOWN: 23. The rubbing alcohol can heater (a myth to avoid) 22. The terracotta pot candle heater (another myth) 21. Canned gel fuel 20. A mantle-style oil lamp 19. Chemical hand and body warmers 18. Emergency blankets 17. A warmed soapstone or brick 16. A hot water bottle 15. A wool blanket 14. A cold-rated sleeping bag 13. A rolled towel at the bottom of the door 12. Heavy curtains or a quilt over the window 11. Indoor window insulation film 10. An indoor tent 9. One-room living 8. A catalytic propane heater 7. The Mr. Heater Buddy 6. A larger portable propane heater 5. A radiant kerosene heater 4. A convection kerosene heater 3. A vent-free gas wall heater 2. A fireplace insert 1. The wood stove QUESTION FOR YOU: Which of the first ten ways is already in your home? Tell me the number in the comments. WHAT'S NEXT: Tell me in the comments what you want covered next: food, water, or lighting. Subscribe so you don't miss it. SOURCES: National Institute on Aging hypothermia guidance; U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission kerosene heater guidance; U.S. EPA Burn Wise wood heating guidance; Mr. Heater Portable Buddy owner's manual; ANSI vent-free heater standard; British Standard BS 1970 for hot water bottles. IMPORTANT: This video is general information, not professional safety advice or an installation guide. Heaters, fuel, and open flame carry real risks, including fire and carbon monoxide poisoning. Every item that burns fuel needs fresh air and a battery-powered carbon monoxide alarm. Follow each manufacturer's instructions and your local codes. Some states and cities restrict unvented gas and kerosene heaters, so check your local rules before you buy. Hypothermia is an emergency. If someone shows slurred speech, confusion, or can't stop shivering, call 911. If you have a medical condition, ask your doctor about cold-weather risks that apply to you. This channel is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Mr. Heater or Enerco Group, Inc. Mr. Heater, Buddy, and Big Buddy are trademarks of Enerco Group, Inc. I'm Dale Kessler. This channel is about practical, realistic preparedness for ordinary people: calm planning, clear information, and no hype. #GridDown #WinterPreparedness #EmergencyHeating