It may be the most wonderful time of the year, but it sure is cold. In some places, it's so cold that an extended power outage could be deadly. Hopefully, you've prepared your home for winter and have several ways to heat your home without power, but there is one way to heat your home that doesn't require any fuel or firewood: a solar furnace. A solar … [Read more...]
3 DIY Emergency Heaters That Will Keep You Warm This Winter
Whether It’s a Small Shed, a Garage, or Your Whole House, These Do-It-Yourself Heaters Really Deliver - But Be Careful. Winter is here, and in spite of your best efforts, there's always that one room that is too cold. Electric space heaters are the usual option, but they have some downsides. For one, they really burn up the watts. Most space heaters run … [Read more...]
How to Stay Warm in Your Car If You’re Stuck in A Winter Storm
Winter weather can wreak havoc on travel plans. Every year we read of canceled flights and closed roads due to ice and snow. It’s always a good idea to check the weather before a road trip, but severe winter storms don't always follow predictable patterns. An unexpected wind shift and temperature change can turn a small flurry into heavy snowfall in no … [Read more...]
27 Winter Survival Items You Should Have In Your Car
If you are like most preppers, then every year you spend time preparing your home for winter. You check windows and doors for leaks, insulating wherever possible. You preserve your summer and fall harvest for your pantry. You stock up on essential supplies to keep your family and animals fed and your home running smoothly in the event of emergency. But do … [Read more...]
Quick Trick for Keeping Your Feet Warm in Freezing Weather
Are you sick of your feet freezing every time you go outside in the winter? Sometimes even multiple socks won't stop your toes from going numb, especially if there's snow on the ground. There's a really easy way to keep your feet warmer that only costs a few dollars (if that). I learned this trick a few years ago, but for the life of me, I couldn't … [Read more...]
21 Winter Survival Items That Every Prepper Should Own
A while back, I posted an article about 19 survival items to buy before winter arrives. That list was mainly about things you should keep in your vehicle during the winter, but this one is about winter survival items in general. Every prepper worth their salt should be prepared to ride out an extended power outage. Doing this means stocking up on typical … [Read more...]
5 Emergency Heat Sources to Get You Through the Winter
How would you stay warm if the power went out during a winter storm? If you only have one answer to that question (or no answer at all), it's time to prepare some extra emergency heat sources. As they say, two is one and one is none. If your main source of emergency heat is damaged, out of fuel, etc., then you'll need a backup plan. This article from … [Read more...]
6 Things To Do Before a Winter Storm Strikes
Winter is here. Nights are longer, days are shorter and the temperature is dropping. It’s only a matter of time before a big storm hits. Sure, you can cross your fingers and hope for the best. Good luck with that. If you’re not ready for a blizzard, you’ll have lots in common with Frosty the Snowman. Not a good situation for a human. Frosty’s already … [Read more...]
How I Stay Warm In My RV When It’s FREEZING Outside
Since we're in the middle of winter now, I figure I should be making more posts about staying warm in cold weather. I spent a few hours watching some great videos about this, but my favorite is this one by Carolyn's RV Life. Most people don't use their RV's in the winter, but Carolyn lives and works in her RV all year long, so she figured out how to keep … [Read more...]
17 Cold Weather Survival Hacks
In some parts of the country, staying warm in the winter can be a matter of life and death. Fortunately, well-heated homes protect people from the elements and modern conveniences such as supermarkets bring fresh food during the coldest part of the year. But in a catastrophic scenario where people can no longer depend on electricity and supermarkets, … [Read more...]
10 Ways To Prepare For A Flood And 11 Things To Do After
Recently I was reading about the flooding in Louisiana (which is now considered the worst US disaster since Hurricane Sandy), and it occurred to me that my site doesn't have a single article about how to deal with floods. Well, I'm fixing that right now. There are bound to be plenty more disastrous floods in the future, so if you live in or near a flood … [Read more...]
The Ultimate Guide To Hurricane Preparedness
Hurricanes are easily one of the most destructive natural disasters in the world. In fact, only large earthquakes and volcanoes are capable of inflicting more damage. The largest hurricanes can cause tens of billions of dollars in damage and claim thousands of lives. In the United States, the East Coast and the Gulf of Mexico are the areas most … [Read more...]
11 Tips To Avoid Heat Stroke When Your AC Goes Down
The summer heat is here, and along with summer comes thunderstorms, tornadoes, and disasters that could knock out the power, and your air conditioner. If you rely on your air conditioning to survive the summer heatwaves, you could be in for a real challenge if you lose electricity or your AC goes down. In my mid-twenties, my friends and I rented a small … [Read more...]
9 Supplies You Need for a Summer Power Outage
Just do a quick perusal of the internet and you'll find countless articles explaining what to buy and how to warm your house in the event of a winter power outage. But do you know what to do in the event of a summer power outage? Thousands of people die each year from hypothermia (abnormal cooling of the body’s temperature), but thousands also die from … [Read more...]
6 Tips To Help You Survive a Blizzard
Editor's Note: I know it's a little late for an article about blizzards, but they've been known to hit up North in the middle of spring. And it will be snowing in Australia in a few months, so for my readers down under, here go you. With every winter comes the threat of severe snow storms, and this winter is no exception. It's imperative to learn some … [Read more...]
13 Items You Need to Get in Case of a Tornado
Tornado season is here. I know because last week my wife and two boys spent an hour sitting on the floor of the hallway listening to weather reports. Fortunately, no tornadoes hit our town, but several people in various cities across the South lost their lives. Most people don't worry about tornadoes because they've never even seen one, but tornadoes are … [Read more...]
17 Ways You Can Stay Warm When The Power Goes Out
A cold snap accompanied by strong winds and heavy snow or ice often results in the power going out. This can be very dangerous for people who rely on electricity to heat their homes in the winter. It's important to have a plan in place to keep yourself and your family warm while riding out a power outage. Hypothermia is a very real possibility that claims … [Read more...]
19 Survival Items To Buy Before Winter Arrives
Although technically winter doesn’t begin until December 21st, in many parts of the country it’s here already. Winter always seems to catch us off guard. It's no big deal if you love things like making snowmen or using the fireplace, but it can be dangerous if you find yourself out in it with no way to get home. With frigid temperatures and falling snow, … [Read more...]
