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Let’s start with an image we can all relate to: You’re standing at the front door, about to head out. The thermometer is flirting with single digits, there’s a biting wind howling through the trees, and any exposed skin feels like it just took a dip in liquid nitrogen. Maybe you’ve got work to do […]
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When the wind is howling, the snow is piling up, and the ice is turning your yard into a skating rink, life can grind to a halt before you realize it. Maybe you’re sipping coffee one moment, and the next, you’re hearing that ominous crack of a tree branch sagging under an icy burden—or worse, […]
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Introduction The world can be a confusing and sometimes dangerous place. In tough situations, it helps to avoid attracting unwanted attention. The Gray Man concept is a key survival technique that helps you slip through crowds or tense scenarios without standing out. Instead of wearing tactical gear or calling attention to yourself, you take steps […]
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What is Cybersecurity and Why Does It Matter? Cybersecurity, at its core, refers to the protection of computer systems, networks, and data from theft, damage, or unauthorized access. While it’s a term most often associated with corporate IT or government agencies, its relevance extends deeply into individual preparedness and survival planning. In a world increasingly […]
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The emergency preparedness and survival community like to create little rules and rhymes and easy to remember acronyms for things. It helps us keep in mind priorities when situations are tense and we are overwhelmed with intense life altering situations. Being able to keep in mind your basic survival needs and prioritize them effectively will […]
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Everybody should take home security seriously, but it is extremely important for those of us who are stockpiling for when society breaks down to go a step or two beyond what the average person would consider. The primary goals of whatever upgrades you make to your security are to deter, detect, delay, and respond to […]
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Chances are that everybody reading this has experienced a power outage before. Bob is sitting at home reading his first 4SHTF article, when suddenly the lights and computer go off. He bangs his toe on the chair, trips over the cat, and fumbles his way around the house to the kitchen where he walks into […]
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When the word militia makes people nervous, and neighborhood watch just doesn’t go far enough, you end up with terms like minutemen, three percenters, sheepdogs, and Mutual Assistance Group. I think Mutual Assistance Group is a great descriptor for the modern role of able bodied and prepared people working together to build resilient communities. Who […]
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Nuclear disasters are among the worst things that can happen. With mounting geopolitical tensions, anxiety is at an all-time high. Though it might seem as if it is near impossible to survive an attack, there are courses of action backed by scientific data you can take to tip the odds. Here are 11 things you […]
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The term “Nuclear bomb” inspires both awe and fear in those who encounter it, and for good reason. With escalating tensions between the United States and countries such as North Korea and Russia, many people fear that a nuclear attack is likely. Experts from different disciplines dispel the possibility of nuclear war. Even with the […]
