Hurricane Gear Test: 2025 preview
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Hurricane season has begun. FOX 26 Meteorologist John Dawson gives us a preview of what we can expect this year during the Hurricane Gear Test.

Devos Lightranger 800 Mini: Emergency Gear Test
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You need a battery-powered light in your go-bag or emergency kit. Meteorologist John Dawson says a lantern for camping is a good option for a group or family. On today?s Emergency Gear Test he has one that is rechargeable and comes with its own tripod.

Streamlight ProTac HL 6 flashlight | Emergency Gear Test
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Power can go out at any time of the year. A battery-powered flashlight or lantern is a must have. FOX 26 Meteorologist John Dawson shows us a powerful light that is rechargeable and waterproof.

Biolite Luci Charge 360 | Emergency Gear Test
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A battery-powered lantern is a must during a power outage. Meteorologist John Dawson wants you to have 36 hours of light in your emergency kit. In this gear test, he shows us a solar-powered rechargeable lantern that can also be used as a power bank.

Survival Frog Zombinator survival hatchet
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On today's emergency gear test, meteorologist John Dawson shows us a unique multi-tool that could be added to your supplies.

Survival Frog Zombinator Survival Hatchet
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FOX 26 Meteorologist John Dawson takes a look at the Survival Frog Zombinator Survival Hatchet in this Emergency Gear Test.

Emergency Gear Test: Rapid Rope Utility Rope
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We know a big part of emergency preparedness is planning for the unexpected. Storing some basic tools and materials will help you deal with those unexpected events. On this emergency gear test, Meteorologist John Dawson focuses on one of those supplies.

Midland Portable Emergency Weather Alert Crank Radio
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A crank powered flashlight radio is probably in your emergency preparedness kit. In this Emergency Gear Test, Meteorologist John Dawson shows us a new model from a company that has been making them for years.

Emergency Gear Test: Klean Freak Body Wipes
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It can sometimes be difficult to maintain proper hygiene during an emergency due to a loss of power or limited water. So on today's emergency gear test, meteorologist John Dawson has a way to help us stay fresh.

Klean Freak Body Wipes: Emergency Gear Test
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During an emergency, it could become hard to keep up with your hygiene and Meteorologist John Dawson has a way you can stay fresh with body wipes.

Rumpl Original Puffy Blanket: Emergency Gear Test
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Are you prepared for an arctic blast? Meteorologist John Dawson focuses on what you need to keep in your vehicle for a cold weather emergency.

Outask Telescopic Lantern: Emergency Gear Test
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Have you considered a rechargeable lantern as your battery-powered light in your emergency kit? In this Emergency Gear Test, Meteorologist John Dawson shows us one that can run for more than 60 hours.

Rocky Talkie 5 Watt Radio: Emergency Gear Test
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When it comes to natural disasters, there is no guarantee all the cell phone towers will stay up and running. Meteorologist John Dawson has a device that might help in any emergency setting. Hurricane season is over, but we should stay ready for the unexpected. Meteorologist John Dawson is still reviewing products that could be helpful in stressful times. On today?s Emergency Gear Test, he talks about having a good way to store those supplies needed for disasters.

Peak Design Travel Duffelpack 65L: Emergency Gear Test
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Hurricane season is over, but we should stay ready for the unexpected. Meteorologist John Dawson is still reviewing products that could be helpful in stressful times. On today?s Emergency Gear Test, he talks about having a good way to store those supplies needed for disasters.

Gear Test overview: Necessities for hurricane kit
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Hurricane season is officially over for 2024. Meteorologist John Dawson wraps up the season with a review of all the basic requirements you need for a hurricane preparedness kit!

Anker Solix F3800 Power Station: Hurricane Gear Test
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Hurricane season is coming to it's end, but FOX 26 Meteorologist John Dawson has one last Hurricane Gear Test to showcase the Anker Solix F3800 Power Station.

DrySee Waterproof Bandage: Hurricane Gear Test
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A first aid kit is always good to have on hand. FOX 26's John Dawson shows us a waterproof bandage option.

JD's Hurricane Gear Test: Gerber Dual-Force Multi-tool
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In today's hurricane gear test, meteorologist John Dawson is looking at a multi-tool that he says you might want to consider adding to your kit. And he says you don't want to buy the cheapest one you can find.

Hurricane Gear Test: Quick Dam Flood Bags & Barriers
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In this Hurricane Gear Test, FOX 26 Meteorologist John Dawson shows us an alternative to the traditional sandbag.