If you're prepping for the collapse of the world, self-storage can be an excellent way to keep all the things you need in one spot. However, no matter how prepared you'd like to be, there are simply some things that should never be stored in a storage unit.

Your Bug Out Bag

The stuff that you store for your bug out bag is stuff you need immediately. You need to be able to grab your bag and go. It doesn't make sense to store those supplies in a storage unit where you have to travel to get them. Instead, think of storing your bag in your vehicle or a hidden location in your home. This will make your bag more accessible in a time of need.

Water

Water takes up a lot of space when stored for survival. It can be tempting to want to store it off site. However, if your storage unit isn't temperature controlled the temperature fluctuations could cause chemicals to leech into the water from your storage container. Play it safe and designate a place to store your water at home. If that isn't feasible, consider storing a water filter or water straw. They take up far less space and can treat more water than you could ever store.

Perishables

Similar to the water storage situation, you should never store perishable food in your storage unit. The temperature fluctuations could cause even things like flour to mold and become unusable. You could however store freeze dried foods. Be sure to check the rules for your storage facility to make sure freeze dried foods are safe to store.

Money

Not wanting to store your money in the bank in the event of collapse may lead to you think it's a good idea to store it offsite in a storage unit. However, it could make your unit a target. If someone gets in your unit trying to steal your money you may lose may of your other valuable supplies as well. Also, in most cases, your storage unit company wouldn't be liable for your loss.

Combustibles

In a crisis, you may want to avoid fuel lines and think it's a good idea to store gasoline in your storage unit. However, that assumption is wrong. If your unit isn't temperature controlled, your gas could go up in smoke and take all of your other supplies with it. Instead, store your gas at home in the appropriate storage container. Add fuel stabilizers if you plan on storing it for long term use.