We’ve gathered a collection of things that can assist libraries that are recovering from a disaster. In this collection you’ll find items to help with challenges involving the “five elements” of earth, water, fire, wind and outages. Examples include earthquakes, floods, wildfires, tornadoes, and power outages. Use the icons below to help identify items commonly useful in these types of emergencies:
The items in the MHLS Library of Things are available ONLY to member libraries. Priority is given to member libraries recovering from a disaster. To request an item or place a hold, Library Directors should call 845-471-6060.
Use the buttons below to access a printable, sortable spreadsheet of items and pdf files of item user guides and checklists for check out/check in.
Air Mover
DEWALT DXAM-2818 Portable air mover is a multi-purpose air mover equipped with 3 speeds
Air Quality Monitor
Temtop Air Quality Monitor PM2.5 PM10 Particle Counter, Formaldehyde, Temperature, Humidity, TVOC AQI Tester for Indoor/Outdoor Air Pollution Detection w/Data Export
Air Quality Monitor User Guide
Canopy & Weight Bags
10×10 Pop Up Canopy, Patented Center Lock One Push Tent Canopy, 8 Stakes, 4 Ropes (10×10, White); with Joramoy Heavy Duty Canopy Weight Bags (120LBS) for Pop up Canopy Tent, Set of 4.
Carpet Cleaner
BISSELL® Big Green® Professional Carpet Cleaner with XL DirtLifter PowerBrush, 9-inch Long Reach Hose, 6-inch Tough Stain Tool, Includes BISSELL PRO MAX Formula with Stain Protect Technology
Cordless Drill & Impact Driver Set
DEWALT 20V MAX Cordless Drill and Impact Driver, Power Tool Combo Kit, Includes 2 Batteries, Charger and Bag
Dehumidifier
4,500 SQ. FT. DEHUMIDIFIER – Removes up to 50 pints of moisture per day with an adjustable humidity setting from 35% to 85%
Emergency Radio
Midland – ER310, Emergency Crank Weather AM/FM Radio – Multiple Power Sources, SOS Emergency Flashlight, Ultrasonic Dog Whistle, & NOAA Weather Scan + Alert
Extension Cord
50 foot Southwire Outdoor Extension Cord – Durable Vinyl Jacket
Gas Can
Southwire Outdoor Extension Cord – Durable Vinyl Jacket
Generator – Gas Powered
The WEN 2,250-Watt Inverter Generator provides clean energy, free of voltage spikes and drops, without all the noise of a regular generator. Produces up to 2250 surge watts and 1800 rated watts of power
Generator – Solar Powered
Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 Portable Power Station with 2x200W Solar Panels, 2042Wh LiFePo4 Battery, 2200W Solar Generator, 20ms UPS, USB-C PD 100W Fast Charging
Hand Truck
Folding Hand Truck 500lbs with 2 Elastic Ropes – Compact Trolley Cart for Easy Moving
Industrial Fan
Moisture Meter – Pin-type
Moisture meter features an easy-to-read LCD display for quick and easy viewing
Pin-Type Moisture Meter User Guide
Moisture Meter – Pinless
Digital Moisture Meter gives accurate readings for preventing water and moisture build-up
Pinless Moisture Meter User Guide
Pressure Washer
Sun Joe SPX3000-XT1 XTREAM 2,500 PSI Pressure Washer with 14.9A Motor, Includes 4 Quick-Connect Nozzles, High-Pressure Hose, Garden Hose Adapter, and 35-Foot Power Cord
Pushcart Dolly
Four-wheel platform push cart built for easy maneuverability and maximum stability. Two back wheels are engineered with 360-degree swivel functionality for easy transit
Safety Vests
Neiko High Visibility Safety Vest ANSI Class 2, No Pocket, Neon Yellow, Large
Solar Charger Power Bank
BLAVOR Solar Power Bank 10,000mAh, Portable Wireless Charger, 20W Fast Charging External Battery Pack with USB C for Cell Phones, Solar Panel Charging with Dual Flashlight
Solar Charger Power Bank User Guide
Submersible Water Pump
High-efficiency submersible water pump with 1 1/2HP power motor. Draining water up to 4000 Gallons Per Hour (66 gallons per minute) at 5ft, and has a max. lift capacity of 31 feet
Submersible Water Pump User Guide
Surge Protector Power Strip
Surge Protector Power Strip Tower with PD18W USB C Port,10FT Extension Cord with 12 AC Multiple Outlets 5 USB Charging Ports
Traffic Safety Cones
RoadHero 28 Inch 4 Pack Collapsible Traffic Safety Cones, Multi Purpose Pop-up Cones with Reflective Collar
Wagon Cart
Collapsible Wagon Cart with Wheels – Foldable
Walkie Talkies
Midland LXT633VP3 FRS Walkie Talkies – Long Range 36-Channel Two-Way Radios, NOAA Weather Alerts (3-Pack, Black)
Water Absorbent Socks
PIG Super Absorbent Socks for Water, 12-pack. Locks in large volumes of water on contact and swells up to trap basement leaks, pipe bursts, and water spills.
Water Absorbent Socks User Guide
Wet/Dry Vacuum
RIGID 12 Gallon Wet/Dry vac with 7 ft. hose, general debris filter, NXT Max floor tool with wet shoe, NXT Max car nozzle, and 2 extension wands
Wood Chipper & Shredder
SunJoe Corded Wood Chipper Shredder and Waste Shredding Machine with Collection Bag 1.7-inch Cutting Diamrter, 15-amp motor – Portable Electric Equipment