Monsoon Emergency Kit: Must-Haves for Every Pune Home

Along with the peaceful chai sessions that the Pune rain welcomes, it also brings along power cuts, flooded roads, and may other unimaginable emergencies. As it gives you a moment to relax, it also makes you alert to be monsoon-ready.
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From every Punekar to students living in the main city, to every household needs to be prepared. Here’s the ultimate checklist of important items that you would need in terms of preparing a monsoon emergency kit.

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1. Rain Gear

Why it’s a must: Pune’s monsoon showers are sudden and intense. Proper rain gear will make sure you stay dry, even during a quick grocery run or commute.

What to keep:

  • Sturdy umbrella (prefer windproof)

  • Waterproof raincoat or poncho

  • Quick-dry towels

  • Waterproof footwear

2. Power Backup Essentials

Why it’s a must: Instant power cuts are common in many Pune areas during storms, especially in outer suburbs or hilly regions like Kothrud and Bavdhan.

What to keep:

  • Fully charged power banks

  • Torches with spare batteries

  • Emergency LED lamps

  • UPS for WiFi routers if you work from home

  • Extra mobile charger cables

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3. Basic Health & Hygiene Supplies

Why it’s a must: Monsoon brings along diseases with it. Sogginess and humidity can cause infections if you do not take proper care of your health at first.

What to keep:

  • Mosquito repellent (spray/cream/electronic plug-in)

  • Disinfectants and floor cleaners

  • Hand sanitizers and masks

  • Medicines for cold, cough, stomach upset

  • Basic first-aid kit

4. Non-Perishable Food & Water Stock

Why it’s a must: In situations where there is heavy rains and waterlogging, accessing grocery shops or getting them delivered might be an issue.

What to keep:

  • Packaged snacks

  • Instant noodles, soups, or poha packets

  • Canned goods and tetra-packs

  • Bottled water or filtered water

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Digital Essentials for the Monsoon

  • Download a weather app like IMD Weather

  • Have Zomato/Swiggy Pro or Dunzo active for food/grocery deliveries

Home Tools & Safety Kit

Why it’s a must: You might face sudden damages like leakage, water seepage, or any sort of that.

What to keep:

  • Screwdrivers, tapes, scissors

  • Ziplock bags and waterproof covers

  • Emergency contacts written on paper (including PMC helplines)

  • Extra candles and matchboxes/lighters

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Therefore, before entirely letting yourself enjoy the monsoon season of Pune, make sure beforehand that your monsoon emergency kit is ready too.

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