In the 30 -35 years following 1960 about 93% of American households had their homes protected by installing fire alarms. This was not limited to any one form but apartments, single or family homes and dormitories all got their homes installed with some kind of alarms as required by the law which was made mandatory […]
When it comes to emergency preparedness, it’s easy to get lulled into a sense of complacency. It’s difficult to face the reality that disaster could strike close to home, even though we’ve witnessed the devastation that comes from disasters like Hurricane Katrina, the Asian tsunami, the tornado that flattened a Kansas town, and terrorist attacks […]
Hundreds of people die every year because of fire-related incidents, especially during the Christmas season. Thus, it is very important to be prepared for such emergencies. Each member of your family should know what to do in case of fire. More importantly, everyone need to know what to do to prevent fire. Plan Ahead One […]
If you have to suddenly leave your normal world for one created by a SHTF situation, you have to know the skills that you need in order to survive. These skills are ones that you’ll want to master in advance so that when the time comes to put them into practice, you’re ready. Foraging for […]
Being able to start a fire can save your life during a survival situation. You can use the fire to keep away bugs and predators, boil water, cook food, and stay warm. However, you can’t always carry around lighter fluid and a lighter. A simple fire starter can start fires even in damp, unfavorable conditions. […]