I've been worried about World War 3 ever since I saw the movie Red Dawn as a child and learned about Russia and the Cold War. And although the Cold War is long over (officially), I believe the possibility of World War 3 breaking out is as real as ever. The situation with North Korea seems impossible to solve. Some … [Read more...]
35 Tips to Survive an Earthquake
Over 200 people died in the horrific earthquake that struck Mexico City on September 19th, 2017, reminding everyone that earthquakes are one of the only natural disasters that can completely destroy a large area without a hint of warning. Not only do they collapse buildings, destroy bridges, cut water pipes, and knock … [Read more...]
Why 90% of the Population Would Die Without Electricity
Experts predict that an EMP strike that wipes out electricity across the nation would ultimately lead to the demise of up to 90% of the population. However, this figure begs an important question: if we were able to live thousands of years without even the concept of electricity, why would we suddenly all die without … [Read more...]
7 Reasons Preppers Will Die After a Worldwide Collapse
When the chips are down, mistakes can be fatal. Even those who have spent the better part of their life preparing for a disaster are prone to mistakes. And once you make them, there’s no going back. Some of these mistakes are rooted in misconceptions, others in heat-of-the-moment errors. However, the outcomes are … [Read more...]
11 Actions You Must Take After an EMP Attack
Clearing the plates from the dinner table, you hear your kids in the living room. It's summer and it's hot. Thunderstorms were happening almost every evening as the earth struggled to deal with the cool dry air meeting hot moist summer days. Suddenly, the lights flicker. The power surges, and then it all goes out. … [Read more...]
20 Things to Do When a Disaster is About to Strike
No one should wait until the last second to prepare for a disaster, but even if you're hardcore prepper with tons of supplies, there are still certain things you'll want to do when a disaster is imminent: charge your devices, top off your gas tank, fill your bathtubs with water, and so forth. The purpose of this … [Read more...]
5 Things You Need to Survive a Nuclear War
Of all the disasters that might happen in the near future, a nuclear war is the one I fear most. Not only are tensions between the United States and Russia higher than ever, the increasing number of Jihadists--who are not deterred by the threat of mutually assured destruction--means we are in more danger every single … [Read more...]
5 Worst American States To Be In During a Collapse
There are many different disasters that would be catastrophic to the United States. An EMP attack that causes the power grid to collapse, a huge natural disaster, or a complete economic collapse far worse than the Great Depression are just three such disasters that would take years to recover from. What many people … [Read more...]
7 Dangerous Events That Could Lead to Martial Law
For most of humanity’s existence, entire countries were run by little more than glorified warlords. Although today we take the concept of individual rights for granted, the vast majority of people had never heard of such a thing until a few hundred years ago. As democracy began to shape the face of the Western … [Read more...]
25 Ways to Teach Kids About Disasters Without Scaring Them
I grew up in the early 1980's at the height of the Cold War, and my parents were very paranoid about communist Russia. In fact, Red Dawn was one of their favorite movies. I was less than 10 years old when they warned me that a scenario like Red Dawn could happen someday soon. Naturally, I became very fearful of … [Read more...]
7 Tips For Surviving Radiation Exposure
The world is making an increasing move towards sustainable energy sources like nuclear power, and while it’s reported a lot safer than in the years of the Chernobyl Disaster (1986), exposure to radiation is still a concern for many. Radiation leaks at Japan’s Fukushima plant – the country’s number one producer of … [Read more...]
10 Essential Tips for Surviving a House Fire
In a normal survival situation, fire is something you need for things like light, heat, protection, and the ability to cook food. But in the event of a house fire, it can become your biggest enemy and something you need to escape from immediately. Many people have tragically perished in house fires, and if you don't … [Read more...]
