Preparation
Survival Kit That Will Pass Through TSA
(SurvivalDaily.com) – Many people in the United States travel the skies for business or recreation. No matter the reason we’re traveling, we can’t take for granted our personal safety or the items that’ll help ensure it. You won’t be able to take a standard bug-out bag (BOB) as carry-on luggage due to the TSA’s rules, so […]
What to Use When Toilet Paper Isn’t an Option
(SurvivalDaily.com) – Toilet paper (TP) is a luxury many people take for granted. In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, we were shown just how fragile our TP supply is as inventory ran dry across the country. Finding yourself facing a world without bathroom tissue is not a pleasant thought, as improper sanitation can lead […]
What To Do FIRST During A Blackout
(SurvivalDaily) – Blackouts are more than inconvenient — they can be expensive and even life-threatening. But they’re a fact of life, especially in the US. Our electrical grid is creaking under the load it carries, and a power surge from a solar event could cut power to huge swaths of the country. At least where […]
What to Know Before Buying a Shipping Container
(SurvivalDaily.com) – Shipping containers have become somewhat of a trend. People have started to build tiny houses out of shipping containers, and even full-size houses by connecting multiple containers together. Many have elected to bury their containers as well, providing themselves with an underground bunker of sorts. Before you go out and purchase one for […]
Prepare for Tragedy: Continuity of Operations Planning
(SurvivalDaily.com) – Tragedy often strikes with little notice, if any at all. A common community tragedy comes in the form of natural disasters such as hurricanes, tornadoes, or earthquakes. While there is nothing you can do to stop such events, you can still prepare your family. Preparation is the ultimate defense against any disaster — […]
Advanced Prepping: Covert Storage Techniques
(SurvivalDaily.com) – The events of the past year and a half have proven beyond a shadow of a doubt that embracing a prepper lifestyle is completely justified. Unfortunately, there are still those among the population who don’t get it. When the next big emergency strikes, they will once again find themselves running out of food […]
Death By Selfie
(SurvivalDaily.com) – From tornadoes to earthquakes, and everything in between, disasters can affect anyone. What does this have to do with cell phones? The answer is simple — People want to capture that ‘moment,’ which can lead to very serious consequences. Cell phones have proven to be a very useful tool for calling for help […]
Survival Lessons From the Great Depression
(SurvivalDaily.com) – In 1929, the stock market crashed, leading to a decade of hardships in the world known as “The Great Depression.” The economic downturn caused massive unemployment, declines in output, and a spike in organized crime. To make matters worse, from 1930 to 1936, the Dust Bowl crippled much of the American prairie lands. […]
Yellowstone Threat – What You Need to Know
(SurvivalDaily.com) – Famous for its geysers and hot springs, Yellowstone National Park is one of the most beautiful places you can visit – but it’s also home to a threat capable of crippling the country… and possibly the world. A “Super” Disaster Beneath the surface of Yellowstone National Park lies a danger that is unmatched […]
Bugging Out vs. Bugging In
(SurvivalDaily.com) – When disaster strikes, is it better to hunker down at home, or evacuate? This is a debate that has raged in the prepping community for years. In truth, there are benefits and drawbacks to both options that must be carefully considered before a decision is made. Bug Out, or Bug In? There isn’t […]
Nuclear Explosions – The Rule of Three
(SurvivalDaily.com) – Nothing is quite so terrifying as a nuclear explosion. Since the first nuclear bomb was dropped on Hiroshima, the thought of facing such an event has inspired terror in the hearts of many. For the following scenario, we will examine the three factors that will determine if you can survive a nuclear blast. […]
Designing a Safe Room
(SurvivalDaily.com) – It’s the middle of the night, your children are asleep in the next room, and suddenly you wake to the sound of shattering glass. The sanctity of your home has been destroyed by an intruder with unknown intentions. Are you prepared to gather your family and protect them? Code Words Unfortunately, home invasion […]