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10 Essential tips for emergency preparedness: Be ready for anything

22 days ago - emergency preparedness plan

Your family needs an emergency preparedness plan so everyone knows where you can all meet if you need to evacuate.

The plan should also include important details such as an out-of-state "family contact," how to get emergency information in your community and how to take care of any family pets.Conduct emergency drills with the whole family

Once your emergency preparedness plan has been finalized, you should also set ...

Emergency preparedness: Foods to stockpile for any situation

September 11, 2024 -

You can stock up on things like freeze-dried food to maximize your storage space.Clean drinking water

All stockpiles should have enough clean drinking water for the whole family. If possible, avoid single-use plastic water bottles and buy larger water jugs that are easy to stack and store.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) suggests storing a two-week supply of water in your stockpile. This means one gallon of water per person per day (14 ...

Emergency preparedness: How to survive a nuclear attack

July 16, 2024 - Nuclear attacks may sound far-fetched, but preppers understand that they need to prepare for the worst. After all, nuclear attacks don't seem that unlikely if you've been monitoring the news and are worried about the still ongoing Russia-Ukraine war.

And with political leaders around the world making nuclear threats, it’s worth thinking about preparing for a nuclear attack, even if it never ever happens. (h/t to MyPatriotSupply....

Emergency preparedness: How to charge your smartphone during a power outage

April 17, 2023 -

Before SHTF, make sure you also have backup methods for charging your devices, especially important gadgets like your smartphone. (h/t to ApartmentPrepper.com)

Since 2022, several electrical substations in North Carolina have been vandalized. After each incident, thousands of residents in the area lost power.

This emphasizes the need to have a backup power source like solar energy or a generator so you can power small appliances and charge important devices like ...

Emergency preparedness: 7 Reasons to become a prepper in 2022

July 27, 2022 - emergency preparedness.

As a prepper, you can learn how to protect yourself and your loved ones when SHTF. When disaster strikes, having a well-stocked pantry and emergency kits can make all the difference.

With survival supplies, you can weather natural disasters or long-term power outages. Knowing that you have an emergency preparedness plan for different scenarios can also give you a sense of calm and confidence during hard times.

Knowing ...

Emergency preparedness: 10 Ways to heat your home after SHTF

April 29, 2022 -

Before winter comes around again, make sure you prepare for a power outage so you don't have to worry about how to stay warm during cold weather.

Detailed below are 10 ways to stay warm without electricity.Alternative power source

Winter can be an inconvenient season, but things are much more difficult if you also have to deal with a power outage during cold weather.

Before you lose electricity, consider investing in an alternative power source like a backup ...

Emergency preparedness: How to make your own activated charcoal

March 14, 2022 -

While making your own activated charcoal takes time, it can be done at a fraction of the cost in stores. A pound of activated charcoal would set you back around $12 to $15, but making your own will cost around a dollar for as much volume. For $20, you can have enough to have on hand for barter, trade or simply to help others in a tough spot during a survival situation. (Related: 7 Reasons why preppers love activated charcoal.)

Making activated charcoal involves mixing ...

Emergency preparedness: How to survive a power outage

February 28, 2022 -

Stock up on food, water and emergency supplies

Power outages are often unexpected, so you need to prepare before they happen. As a prepper, this means having basic emergency supplies at home and in your car at all times.

Here are some things you may need during a power outage:

Here's a list of dishes you can prepare even if you don't have electricity:

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Emergency preparedness for seniors: 4 Things to consider before disaster strikes

February 03, 2022 -

These things can make survival extra challenging for the elderly. As such, it is important to tailor emergency preparedness according to their specific needs. If you're a senior yourself or if you live with one, here are four things you need to consider before disaster strikes: (h/t to CribSteward.com)Estate planning documentation

Estate planning entails procuring legal documents like a will, trust and power of attorney. If something bad happens and you have ...

Emergency preparedness: Do you have a tent in your bug-out gear?

December 20, 2021 -

One of the most important things to consider when camping -- for fun or for emergencies -- is to make sure you have something to protect you from the elements. In this case, a high-quality tent is your best bet.

There are plenty of different tents on the market. When buying a tent, be sure that you pick a sturdy one that can reliably last you for years. You should also consider how many people you are going camping or living with in an SHTF situation.Choosing ...

Emergency preparedness: All-season transportation options in a post-SHTF world

October 17, 2021 -

Certain disasters, such as earthquakes and hurricanes, can also make roads unsafe or render them impassable. It may help to know alternative routes in your area, but such options aren't always available. In addition, it's not unheard of for mobs to attack civilian vehicles in times of disaster. You wouldn't want to be on the road if your life would be in danger.

Even if you somehow manage to drive to your bug-out location, fuel will be in short supply, as is the case ...

Emergency preparedness: Designing a natural disaster-proof home

August 30, 2021 -

Don't wait until it's too late to make your home natural disaster proof. (h/t to TheOrganicPrepper.com)Planning and constructing a natural disaster-resistant home

The geographical region you live in may be associated with certain kinds of natural disasters. In addition, some areas are vulnerable to several disasters.

If you are planning to move, plan and build a natural disaster-resistant home before SHTF to protect your loved ones and your property.

Constructing ...

Emergency preparedness: How to survive an energy crisis

November 18, 2020 -

This kind of disaster can happen anywhere and at any time, and as such, it is important that you start preparing for the next energy crisis.Rethink the importance of your car

The next energy crisis will most likely not be caused by the world ending as you know it. However, it will make life for you, your family and your community significantly harder. One of the ways it will do this is by making you unable to depend on your car for transportation. When many gas stations ...

Emergency preparedness 101: How to encourage a hesitant partner to start prepping

October 27, 2020 -

Start with the basics

Engage your partner in simple outdoor activities or teach them a new skill. Start with the basics and avoid going hardcore. If you show them the nastier aspects of survival first, then you’ll scare them away and they may never want to prep again.Start by stockpiling everyday items

Food and common household items like toilet paper are great preps to start with. These are practical items that require little effort to explain to your partner why you ...

Emergency preparedness: What to buy when store shelves are almost empty

July 03, 2020 -

When looking for last-minute emergency supplies, you might have to make some less than ideal decisions, such as buying items that aren't organic or not as healthy as your original choices. Since it's already too late to go with your original plans, you must learn to adjust and make do with what you have or what's left on store shelves.Drinking water alternatives

You can be sure that store shelves will be cleaned out before a hurricane strikes or during a pandemic lockdown....

Emergency preparedness: How to prepare for the Yellowstone Caldera eruption

March 05, 2020 -

The modern Volcanic Explosivity Index (VEI) places the Pinatubo and Tambora eruptions at levels 6 and 7 respectively. If the Yellowstone Caldera were to explode, however, it would be ranked at a level 8 or even higher. This eruption would spew ash across almost the entirety of the United States. It would damage buildings, smother crops and shut down power plants, creating an unmitigated disaster that could lead to the deaths of thousands. Here's what you can do to prepare for ...

Emergency preparedness and prevention: Did you know a hip fracture could be fatal in a post-SHTF world?

November 11, 2019 -

Hip fractures, a possible death sentence

A hip fracture refers to a break in the upper thighbone (femur) below the hip joint. When it breaks, it exponentially increases the risk of death. Women are twice more likely to get hip fractures than men.

Older adults are the most vulnerable – bones tend to grow weaker with age, making them more prone to fractures. Along with other conditions like vision and balance problems, tripping or falling is exceedingly dangerous.

Among ...

Emergency preparedness: 7 Common mistakes preppers often make

February 12, 2018 -

These are only a handful of prepper mistakes that you need to avoid. Just makes sure that you know what to do instead so you're always ready if and when SHTF.

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Sprouts: Your perfect emergency preparedness food choice

March 13, 2024 -

For a newbie prepper, deciding which food items to stock up on can be overwhelming. If you're not sure where to start, focus on stockpile staples like canned food, dried foods and nutritious items like sprout powders.

Starting your prepper stockpile before SHTF ensures that your family has access to shelf-stable, nutritious food when things go south and you can't buy things at the grocery store. (h/t to WeLovePrepping.com)Tips for starting your prepping stockpile

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Survival tips for preppers: Winter emergency preparedness checklist

December 12, 2023 -

Stock up on essential supplies

Before winter starts, prep early and stock up on these essential items.

Food and water

Stock up on non-perishable food items that can last for an extended period, such as:

You should also have enough drinking water for the whole family for at least three days and more clean water for cooking, laundry and personal hygiene.

Medications and first aid

Prepare ...