Category: Disaster Planning

In preparation for National Preparedness month in September, here are the ten pillars of emergency preparedness that every household should consider: 1. Risk Assessment Understanding the potential risks your area faces is the first step in emergency preparedness. Different regions are prone to different types of emergencies, such as earthquakes, hurricanes, floods, or wildfires. Conduct…

Reliable power is crucial in any emergency, whether it’s a natural disaster, sudden grid failure or medical emergency. In such moments, access to consistent electricity can mean the difference between safety and chaos. Uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems ensure essential devices and systems remain operational when the primary source fails. By doing so, UPS systems…

My garden has been horrible this year. I mean, bad! Granted, we didn’t exactly follow the Mittleider Gardening Method like I thought we would, and by that I mean we went right back to what we normally do, lol. But it’s worse than even I would’ve expected. Our greens were eaten by bugs almost instantly.…

About two months ago, I released the second edition Kindle version of my 27 Crucial Smartphone Apps for Survival book. Today, I’m happy to share with you the paperback version for those who prefer a hard copy edition. I won’t rehash too many details expect to say that the book is an easy, fast read.…

Encountering a snake bite in the wild can be a frightening and potentially life-threatening situation. Whether you’re hiking through remote wilderness, camping in snake-prone areas or foraging for your homestead, understanding how best to respond to a snake bite is crucial for your safety. Understanding Venomous Snakes There are over 3,000 snake species, with many…

Bug out kits (stuff for evacuation, usually on foot), everyday carry or EDC (survival gear you keep on your person) and, to a lesser extent, your vehicle kit (survival items in your vehicle) seem to be all that most preppers like to talk about. It’s often the first place that newbies focus on. But, as…

Natural disasters, such as floods, earthquakes, and hurricanes can cause devastating damage, leading to financial loss and emotional distress. While we can’t prevent these events, we can mitigate their impact through emergency insurance. Understanding different types of insurance, like flood and earthquake insurance, as well as the use of insurance riders and additional loss-prevention measures,…

As you well know, emergencies can strike without warning, leaving communities grappling with limited resources and overwhelming challenges. Whether it’s a natural disaster, power outage, or worse, the strength of a community often lies in its ability to come together and support one another. Sharing resources with your neighbors during such times can make a…