When someone asks me, “What are you prepping for?” my answer is that I don’t prep for one particular event because I’m an “all hazards” prepper. But I know what the real question is. “What do you think is the most likely serious “disaster” to ... Read More
The truth about disinfectants: Q&A with an expert
I'd be lying if I said I wasn't keeping track of news coming out of China. The rapid spread of the novel coronavirus has caused the Chinese government to shut down some of their largest cities, most popular tourist attractions, and as of today's ... Read More
5 Tips for Correctly Using Hand Sanitizer (From a Nurse Who Knows)
1. Use a large amount. More is better when using hand sanitizer. 2. Slather the sanitizer between fingers, on front and back of hands, up to your wrists. 3. Rub the sanitizer vigorously into your hands. 4. Rub sanitizer under your ... Read More
Everybody’s talking about Ebola — Here’s what you should know
Pin this so you'll know where to find it later! Click here. UPDATE: Today, 9/15/14, the CDC released a warning to doctors and hospitals to get prepared for the possibility of Ebola. CDC claims they do not know of any other cases but, "...it is ... Read More
Why I Read Disaster Novels, and You Should, Too
When I was a kid, I was a voracious reader. I read a novel a day and if I couldn’t find something new to read, I would read a book over again. The variety of genres and subjects I read were all over the place and I have gone through phases of reading ... Read More
5 Steps for Making a Personalized Threat Analysis
Whether you are just beginning with your preparedness or are a seasoned prepper, we have all experienced how overwhelming it is to plan for all the different possible events. Preparedness books and the internet can be a great tool for discovery and ... Read More
INSTANT SURVIVAL TIP: A Germ Killing Must-Have for your B.O.B.
Recently, I bought an E-Cloth after learning how it could help keep my house more sanitary. It's a pretty amazing invention, a microfiber towel that has been proven to remove 99% of bacteria from hard surfaces using only water. It's been great ... Read More
