Emergency Scenarios

When disaster strikes, our lives can be thrown into chaos. However, as pet owners, it’s not just our lives we need to consider; our pets depend on us for their safety, too. Just as we need a disaster plan for ourselves, it’s equally crucial to have one for our pets. This guide provides insight into Read more

How to prepare for and survive a wildfire

How to prep ahead of time and what to do in the moment. Read more

How to think about, protect against, and survive an EMP attack

Experts help you separate EMP fact from fiction, plus tips on protection and survival. Read more

Best survival and prepper books

80+ great books

80+ of the best books for offline learning or building up your survival library. Read more

Easy ways to harden your home against intruders

Make things harder for potential intruders with these basic tips and projects. Read more

How to survive kidnapping

Why so-called "express" kidnappings are the biggest risk. Read more

How to survive severe heat

The best tips for making it through severe heat, whether a heat wave at home or stranded in a desert. Read more

Common survival myths among preppers

Don't fall victim to the countless myths that circulate among survivalists. We collect and debunk the top emergency myths on one page. Read more

How to prepare for and survive earthquakes

We spent 30+ hours interviewing emergency response experts and earthquake planning managers. Read more

What to do if you witness a car accident

Emergency response experts and instructors teach you the important steps to take if you witness a serious car accident. Read more

How to prepare for and survive hurricanes

A little bit of prep goes a long way in hurricanes. We spent 45 hours pulling together the best research, gear, and tips. Read more

How to prepare for and survive a tornado

Why a windowless shelter is always your best choice. Read more

How to prepare for and survive civil unrest

Learn how to prepare ahead of time, what to do if you end up in civil unrest, and what gear to take if you protest. Read more

What common or household objects will stop bullets?

Do walls, doors, cars, appliances, furniture, etc stop bullets when you need quick cover? Read more

Bug in vs. bug out: Why your home is always the default choice

Avoid the common mistake of focusing too much on bugging out. Read more