For an entire week leading up to the April 2011 storms and tornados that devastated parts of my town and Northern Alabama in general, the local weather forecasters gave us warnings. Suddenly, tornado survival became a hot topic in our household and ... Read More
50 Emergency Uses for a Phone Camera
In an emergency you’ll need to provide and receive help, and after it’s over, you’ll have to return, repair, and rebuild. Central to this is communication and documentation. Our society loves red tape, especially after disasters. Below are 50 ways a ... Read More
Turning Hysterics into Song: How to calm children in a crisis
Emergency situations can be difficult for anyone to face, but it can be especially hard for a child. It's so important to know how to calm children in a crisis. Picture this situation: Fifteen children under the age of 10 and about 8 adults are ... Read More
Action step: Create a Babysitter Folder
You have concert tickets, the babysitter is on her way and your county just got put under a tornado watch (conditions are favorable for tornadoes) – what do you do? No judgment – we went to the concert. We felt comfortable because we had ... 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
What’s your threat? Resources for your every worry
What's your threat? What do you worry about the most when it comes to your family's survival? These bloggers share some of their own biggest threats and worries and give expert advice for being more prepared and self-reliant. Are you concerned ... Read More
