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02/14/2020 / By Arsenio Toledo

4 Ways to secure your home from potential threats when SHTF

When SHTF, your home turns into your fortress. If you want to defend yourself from all kinds of threats during disastrous times, you must secure your fortress. Not only should you upgrade your home’s defenses, but you must also make sure that you and your family can stay hunkered down for longer periods of time. […]

02/03/2020 / By Arsenio Toledo

Prepping for the unexpected: What to do before, during and after a sudden disaster

Every year, natural disasters kill around 90,000 people and affect nearly 160 million more worldwide. Just a few days ago, the Taal volcano in the Philippines blew out clouds of volcanic ash over 62 miles north, covering much of the island of Luzon, including the capital city of Manila, in a thin layer of ash. In the same vein, […]

01/24/2020 / By Arsenio Toledo

Think you can survive a volcanic eruption? Here’s what to expect

There are around 1,500 active volcanoes around the world today. Just recently, several major volcanic eruptions have occurred within the span of a few days. The Taal volcano in the Philippines just recently spewed volcanic ash over much of the island of Luzon, which includes the metropolitan region of Manila, home to over 12 million people. Their […]

01/24/2020 / By Arsenio Toledo

Prepping for a disaster starts NOW: 15 Tips to get you started

If you’ve been hearing all the massive disasters – natural and man-made – happening in the world right now and are feeling concerned for your safety, now is the perfect time to do something about it. An earthquake, a bombing or a hurricane are all equally terrible, but they aren’t insurmountable. Here are 15 things you […]

11/28/2019 / By Darnel Fernandez

The savvy prepper’s guide to surviving a long-term power outage

A power outage is one of the most challenging situations any homeowner may face. Society has grown to be heavily dependent on technology and electricity, with the latter becoming almost a necessity. Losing access to electricity can lead to adverse effects on everyday life. What’s even more unfortunate is that you don’t usually have control […]

11/18/2019 / By Grace Olson

Waste not, want not: How to reuse dehumidifier water

In an emergency, water may not always be available, and you may be forced to look for alternative sources. While you can find water outside, such as from ponds and lakes, there are potential water sources inside your house as well. One of these is dehumidifier water. By purifying it, it can offer a semi-continuous […]

11/14/2019 / By Grace Olson

Prepper projects: How to set up an underground bunker

When a disaster strikes, a bunker will come in handy. These shelters are key to your survival during an emergency. There are available bunkers on the market, but most preppers prefer to build their own. With proper planning and enough preparations, you and your family will be safe and secure in any type of scenario. […]

10/31/2019 / By Darnel Fernandez

Last prepper standing: How to turn your basement into a survival bunker

America has recently seen a decline in basement popularity, with only 28 percent of new homes being built with a basement. This is in contrast to the 56 percent constructed on slab foundations. With the growing number of threats, it isn’t enough to just store all the essentials in the basement and hope for the […]

10/24/2019 / By Arsenio Toledo

Back to basics: 10 Tips for surviving a long-term power outage

Electricity is an integral part of modern life. Even a short power outage can cause a massive disruption. What happens then when the blackout lasts longer than anticipated? How would you survive without electricity for several days – or even weeks? (h/t to ThePreppingGuide.com) Living without power for extended periods can be dangerous, especially if you’re unprepared. Your […]

10/13/2019 / By Grace Olson

Urban prepping tips: How to maximize storage space in your apartment

You don’t need a lot of space to become a prepper. Having a homestead with a garden is ideal, but not everyone can afford that. Even if you live in an apartment in a busy city, you can still stock up on survival supplies and prepare for emergencies. Here are some tips and tricks for […]

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