Sheesh, it's like none of you know jack. You're all worried about being gearheads about it and forgot the most important thing:

1) A good network of reliable, honest, local friends with good skills and a willingness to help one another. Preferably within walking distance. Know your neighbors.

Yeah, I've got the gear, I think about it. Been through a few things close to it. Waiting for the time we get our power knocked out mid winter for a protracted period.