Survival blog for disaster and emergency preparedness.
The 2018 hurricane season is predicted to be even worse than 2017. It seems like every year people wait until the storm warnings begin to think about getting prepared. Don’t find yourself standing in long lines for the bare basics to survive hurricane season. Get your family ready now. Don’t Fall For These Hurricane Myths …
A boil notice is issued when a municipal water provider detects dangerous pathogens and microorganisms in the water that can make us sick. Other reasons for a boil notice include lead in the water, water main breaks, power outages and flooding. Your need to be able to survive a boil notice often comes in …
Honey has been used in wound care for centuries, all the way back to the ancient Egyptians. Today, people swarm to Medical Grade Honey for it’s healing properties. What Is Medical Grade Honey? Made from New Zealand’s Manuka honey (Leptospermum species), *this post contains affiliate links MediHoney contains Methylglyoxal, a unique ingredient that provides it’s …
I live in a state that (usually) sees a lot of snow, especially in the mountains. Knowing how to survive hypothermia is knowledge every family living in a cold climate should master. Let’s talk about how to diagnose, treat, and prevent hypothermia. What Is Hypothermia? Hypothermia occurs when your body loses heat faster than it …
Admittedly, its a little late in the season to be talking about getting together your flu preparedness supplies. However, every time I open my Facebook page I am finding another friend lamenting that the flu has just hit their home. It starts with the littlest one throwing up in the middle night and quickly spreads …
With what feels like retro vibes from the 1950’s, the CDC (Center for Disease Control) has announced a January 16th presentation to teach the public how to prepare for nuclear attack. Am I the only one hearing the theme to the Twilight Zone playing in the background? Steps To Take To Prepare For A Nuclear …
An emergency survival sleeping bag, like the S.O.L. Survive Outdoors Longer Emergency Bivvy provides protection in any emergency and in any weather. Pull out your portable survival shelter in your car while you are waiting for help to arrive. Whether you bug in or bug out, an emergency survival sleeping bag and portable shelter needs …
I am often asked how to choose the best emergency backpack. The bag you choose to carry your items in, is every bit as important as the actual items it will be carrying. The best emergency backpack for you is the one that meets your individual needs. What Size of Emergency Backpack Should You …
Water storage has been on my mind since the state of Michigan’s crisis with safe drinking water that began several months ago. Flint’s tap water became contaminated with too much lead after the city switched it’s water supply in 2014 to save money while under state financial management. Ensuring residents have safe water to drink …
I’ve had people ask me why they should store food now rather than waiting to see if a crisis event takes place. Many would rather have their money earning interest in a bank so that if the s-ever does hit the fan, they have the finances to deal with their new normal. Having a …
