Prepping for Disasters or Worse

[kittygrrl]

Getting embedded in the subject - I've been interested in it for a while now but seriously began again a few months ago..it's getting crazy out there and scary...So this is a thread about prepping- How or why you do it. Logistics, skills, food storage..what you're doing or what is your plan?..FEMA is basically gone..so even if you don't believe in the Anti Whoever, there is literally little or no help for you should you be in a natural disaster.. Good youtube or resources would be very appreciated..Thank You for contributing. Every question is a GOOD one! Please share your thoughts or ideas Ty

[kittygrrl]

this is a great video for some basic knowledge

[kittygrrl]

Water Prepping is essential for survival. I think you can last 3 or 4 days without it. You can never have enough and in a natural disaster your tap water may become unsafe to drink...prep so you're not forced into putting yourself in a unsafe or dangerous situation trying to find some.



Tip -if you know you are going to have to 'shelter in place' fill your tubs and sinks with water as soon as possible just in case you lose your source of water for awhile.

Tip - Figure at least 3-4 gallons of water per day for each person. for 1 person per week it's at least 21 gallons of water and that is the bare minimum!

[kittygrrl]

I've decided to invest in 3 5 gallon water buckets to put filtered water in. will use hydrogen peroxide(instead of bleach)to keep it clean...looking on Amazon for something *affordable*now

[GeorgiaMa'am]

Some Good News:

Previously, NOAA and the Navy reported that they would no longer be sharing satellite information about hurricanes past the end of June. They are in the process of modernizing the system. However, the Navy issued a statement last week that "after feedback from government partners" they will continue to distribute the data "until the sensor fails or the program formally ends in September 2026."

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I like Besame's idea of making lists for planning for emergencies, such as a list of all the things she will want to grab if she has to run out the door to evacuate.

[easygoingfemme]

I keep a lot of this gear in a tote as I use it for camping as well. Everything is small enough to fit in a 60L backpack, which is packed along side it. Water filtration system, solar chargers, solar am/fm radio, power banks, head lamps, GPS tracker, small portable cook stove, fuel for stove, first aid kit, some dehydrated foods, lightweight rain gear. I wouldn't survive a zombie attack with it but it would buy some time in some natural disaster scenarios.

[kittygrrl]

Originally Posted by easygoingfemme

I keep a lot of this gear in a tote as I use it for camping as well. Everything is small enough to fit in a 60L backpack, which is packed along side it. Water filtration system, solar chargers, solar am/fm radio, power banks, head lamps, GPS tracker, small portable cook stove, fuel for stove, first aid kit, some dehydrated foods, lightweight rain gear. I wouldn't survive a zombie attack with it but it would buy some time in some natural disaster scenarios.

A bugout bag is great to have, yours sounds heavy but useful & complete! especially GPS tracker(i only have a compass ) a solar charger which i don't have but need to look into it and i need to pick up a small camp stove but wondering do i really need it? Maybe if i was going into mountains?? i have a filtration straw but i don't find it good enough or i guess i don't trust it so i need to look into something else the rest of what you mentioned i have but ive included a ferro rod, tinder, a Bic, an axe, a knife & small waterstone and at times maps, in bear country, a rifle or 45 and bear spray

[easygoingfemme]

My full pack weight for 3-4 days is about 28-32 lbs. That includes tent and sleeping bag but not water.

I use a Jetboil stove. The fuel fits inside of it when carrying. Oh and I have a knife necklace.

I wish they made lighter and more compact bear spray. It's big and heavy. I usually don't carry it.

[kittygrrl]

Originally Posted by easygoingfemme

My full pack weight for 3-4 days is about 28-32 lbs. That includes tent and sleeping bag but not water.

I use a Jetboil stove. The fuel fits inside of it when carrying. Oh and I have a knife necklace.

I wish they made lighter and more compact bear spray. It's big and heavy. I usually don't carry it.

do you have a plan for bugging in? i'm kinda in the middle of revising mine

[easygoingfemme]

Originally Posted by kittygrrl

do you have a plan for bugging in? i'm kinda in the middle of revising mine

Not necessarily a plan but I think I'd have what I need for a bit. I make sure I'm good for long term power outages other than that I don't have a generator. I plan to get a bigger power bank. Mostly I'd struggle with heat if it was winter. I have some re-chargeable warming packs and camping sleeping gear that goes to -30 degrees so I wouldn't be without hope.

This is my water filter system. It's very lightweight and easy.

What do you have set up for staying in?

[kittygrrl]

Survival Strategies in the First 72 Hours after Collapse

1. Secure your shelter* (don't rush through it) Stay alert
Lock every door double lock if possible
Lock & close every window, pull curtains & if possible board them up
using screws or nails
*Check all entry points and make sure they are secure ie garage,
pet doors, back doors, vents etc.
2. Control light coming from your shelter
Control noise
Control smells ie food, if you must cook do it during the times people in
your neighborhood are cooking or wait for weather that will dissipate your
cooking
Walk around shelter on outside and make sure everything is secure
3. Access Threats ie Take a look at what's going on around you and noting
activity and noise. Gather information. Look out the window without
being seen. Stay put & Stay quiet. Observe animals and the weather.
4. Check all your entry point periodically and make sure every thing is
Locked down
5. Inventory Supplies Make a count Decide what you have to eat now. Make
sure you have a water source that is working. If your faucets are working
fill all bathtubs, basin and vessels
6. Access your available water and be careful with your water usage.
Stretch what you have especially since you don't want to have to go out
any sooner then you need, to search for it. Don't panic
7. Utilities-Turn them off if you can. Utilities can become dangerous carbon
monoxide, fires, etc
8. Stay informed and be picky about your news source. short wave radio,
govt alerts, fm radio, Filter the news and confirm
9. Make a plan with your family/friends if it's relevant setting expectation
early and talk thru the basics, meet up spots, make plan b and even a
plan c for trouble
10. Take care of your pets make sure they have food and using the same
water you are using
11. Mental Health Matters, so let yourself feel whatever you need to, find
healthy ways to relieve stress, have meals together, rest, don't stay up
all night, share fears, routines, structure to chaos
12. Budget your resources organize your supplies and set daily limits.
13. Escape Plan Be able to shift gears fast. Adjust or pivot

[kittygrrl]

got a Lifestraw from Amazon yesterday...this sounds pretty good

gotta have at least one but several wouldn't be out of the question, especially for barter..keep one or two in your bug out bag..don't leave your shelter without it

coffee(with oatmilk)still sleepy

[kittygrrl]

FEMA knows 93% of U.S households are unprepared for no more then 72 hours of grid down survivallYour stockpile is the most valuable thing you own, it's your first line of defense. if you don't have a stockpile of shelf stable food (30 days of food per person) and a water source of 2 gallons of water per day, per person, and basic medical supplies your count down begins, water is the most important thing in your stockpile, 3 days without and your body starts shutting down..you need as much as you can store, gallons put in a corner or closet, if you don't have money to buy water storage buckets then use glass bottles, empty plastic bottles, anything with a lid and is food safe. For your shelf stable food that means food you can eat without using electricity ie canned beans, fruit, vegetables, soup, canned meat, crackers, cookies, trail mix, rice, dried or canned milk etc, date every can on top and rotate it with the oldest can up front...i know this is a lot of info but you don't have to do it all at once, but do it in stages, hopefully this information will prevent you from making some of the initial mistakes, i've made..oh i almost forget, buy at least 3-4 can openers non electric the hand crank kind because you will go through a few before it's over

[kittygrrl]

It's just another day until its not...how to make it through the chaos without dropping a lot of money on fancy gear. First up-------coffee filters these are probably in a drawer somewhere and can be used in so many survival situations. If you've got them consider yourself ahead of the game. First up coffee filters-----they are cheap lightweight and versatile. Qualities that qualify for a place in your survival kit. The most important thing you have to figure out first is clean water. Coffee filters can provide the first step in removing debri, dirt and sediment from your water and make purifying your water easier. After running it through your coffee filter your water is ready to be boiled, bleached or purification tablets, the coffee filter will also improve the taste of the water making it more like your tap water--------next, wound care---in an emergency without a first aid kit available use the coffee filter to cover a cleaned wound. clean soft and absorbent make them ideal for a small wound to protect it from dirt and secure it with tape not perfect but not bad!-------next a good base for a fire starter, stuff with dryer lint or smear a bit of petroleum jelly and it lights easily-----------some other uses, they can be used for emergency toilet paper, oil blotters, napkins or for holding a snack. Tip stash 20 or 30 and secure with rubber bands in ziploc bag and put them in your bug out Easy pack with no weight----construction of this post using Prep Life Hacks material