What do sterno stoves, LED lanterns and water purifiers have in common? They are among the hottest and hardest-to-get hurricane supplies once authorities announce a major storm is headed toward Florida neighborhoods.
And worth mentioning: They are items that can make life a bit easier following a hurricane strike and aftermath that could cause extended power outages and retail store closings – and most cost less than $25.
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"As a storm gets closer, certain items tend to fly off the store shelves," said Stuart Heller, manager of Army Navy Outdoors, a surplus store that sells military gear, camping supplies, work boots and clothes and more. The chain has been open since 1972 and operates stores in Fort Lauderdale, Davie and West Palm Beach.
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