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Family Preparedness
When You Lose Power this Winter, Here’s What You’ll Need
When the power goes out during the coldest times of the year, these tips will help to ensure you stay warm.
Why Aspirin Should Be In Every SHTF Medicine Cabinet
This essential medicine staple should not be overlooked for your emergency prepping supplies. Read more to find out just how important this prep really is.
Why Drinking More Water During Winter Is Crucial to Your Survival
You could be putting your health at risk during winter if you aren’t drinking more of this.
Why Good Hygiene and Sanitation Keeps You Safer After an Emergency
The lack of sanitation facilities following a major disaster can bring serious health risks.
Personal Preparedness Kit for Kids
Most of these small preparedness items can fit conveniently into a pencil bag or a small-sized bag with a zipper and are approved through the school nurse at my children’s school.
Toxic Food: 1 in 6 Americans Come Down with This Potential Life-Threatening Illness
CDC estimates that each year roughly 1 in 6 Americans (or 48 million people) get sick, 128,000 are hospitalized, and 3,000 die of foodborne diseases. This article is part 1 of 2 and will help you identify the common threats of foodborne illnesses and how to prevent them.
Sustainable in the City: Community Solidarity When the SHTF
Educating the masses on the importance of emergency preparedness, setting up protocols, and cooperating with existing disaster organization’s procedures will help the community as a whole pool resources and sustain themselves in times of long-term recovery.
How Farmers Markets Can Teach Your Kids the Values of Local Food and Community Building
Family farmers need your support! Taking your kids to local farmer’s market teaches your kids about where and who their food comes from. Here are 10 reasons to bring your kids the the farmer’s market.
Trees: Natural Frost Protection
Part of the way trees protect your plants from freezing is through capturing still, warm air on a cold night.
Why Texas Has More to Fear than the Rain
Most disasters arrive alone, but they tend to leave presents behind on their way out. In this case, the Lone Star State may be faced with one of the worst mosquito seasons in recent memory.
The Hidden (and Deadly) Dangers of Snow on Your Roof
There are many potential dangers associated with winter weather, but there’s one you might not have given much thought to snow and ice on your home’s roof. Here’s how to assess how much snow your roof can handle, how to determine if you need to remove snow, how to remove it safely, and the unique dangers that thawing ice and snow pose.