21 Things To Do Before and After a Flood.

Recently I was reading about the flooding in Louisiana (which is now considered the worst US disaster since Hurricane Sandy), and it occurred to me that my site doesn’t have a single article about how to deal with floods. Well, I’m fixing that right now. There are bound to be plenty more disastrous floods in the future, so if you live in or near a flood zone, you need to know what to do.

Floods are unlike any other natural disaster. They tend to linger for days or weeks while other natural disasters are over and done within a matter of minutes. You will typically get a warning of a flood unless it’s a flash flood; but even then, heavy rain is a good sign that there will be some flooding.

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HOW TO SURVIVE A FLOOD: FLOOD SAFETY TIPS.

Flooding is caused by major storms and rising water levels, causing rivers, lakes, and other waterways to overflow. Especially susceptible areas include valleys, plains, swamplands, and anywhere near large bodies of water.

FLOOD SAFETY TIPS

Be Prepared

Continue to listen to the radio or television for information. Know the difference between a flood “watch” and “warning.” A “flood watch“ means a flood is possible in your area. A “flood warning” means flooding is already occurring or will occur soon—and you should be prepared to evacuate at a moment’s notice.

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Best Handgun Calibers For Survival.

     Is there really a “best” of anything?  Well, yeah, I think A-1 steak sauce is the absolute best.  I love St. Pete’s Best SHTF pistolSignature blue cheese.  Diamond D Leather in Alaska makes the best across the chest crossdraw handgun holster on Earth.  

     I am a huge fan of Kimber 1911 pistols, Smith and Wesson heavy revolvers and ARs in 5.56 and 300 Blackout, and my Ruger SR556-6.8 SPC AR (just try to find one of those left on the shelf), which I clearly think are the best.  Well, at least those are the best for me anyway.

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M6 SURVIVAL RIFLE: THE ULTIMATE SURVIVAL GUN?

THIS SPECIAL FIREARM WAS DESIGNED TO HELP U.S. AIR FORCE CREWS SURVIVE PLANE CRASHES

     The subject of “the ultimate survival gun” is often hotly debated. Some argue that a simple and reliable bolt-action .22 rifle is ideal, while others prefer the added range and stopping power of an AR-15. Others still may say a concealed handgun would be best, or that a shotgun is what you’d really want to stop criminals in their tracks. Depending on your situation and other gear, we could see some validity to each of these choices.

      Interestingly, the U.S. Air Force established a design for an all-in-one survival gun back in the 1950s. This firearm was called the M6 Aircrew Survival Weapon, and it incorporated elements from both ends of the spectrum above. The M6 is actually chambered in two calibers: .22 Hornet and .410 bore shotgun.

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20 Useful Tips For Surviving A Zombie Apocalypse

Stephen Hawking recently stated that our planet is in a serious state of crisis and that even the next 60 years have become highly difficult to predict. We could be facing a number of catastrophic events in the not-so-distant future and it has become difficult to narrow down what we are up against. A Zombie apocalypse is one scenario that has been constantly played out in pop culture and we have learnt a lot from it. Here is a useful summary of the information available on the topic of taking on a zombie apocalypse, just in case the unthinkable happens.

Zombies are predictable beings after a certain period of time. Sure, they are dangerous, but with the right preparation you will be able to take them at some point. Human beings, however, are far less predictable. They can be surprisingly cunning when they have their backs up against a wall. Approach with caution at all times.

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The 11 Best Off-Road Vehicles You Can Buy Right Now

The Chevy Colorado is the newest entrant in the mid-size truck category, and they are taking it by storm by offering a number of special editions that will appeal to all types of buyers. They've got the only diesel available in a mid-size truck and it gets best in class 22 city/30 hwy. New for 2017 is an off-road specific truck called the Colorado ZR2. It's aimed squarely at the Tacoma TRD and Raptor crowd.

The ZR2 sports an upgraded suspension, wider wheelbase, locking front and rear differentials, as well as driver controlled traction control, which is vital for a true four-wheeler. The ZR2 will be available in all cab and engine configurations. Pricing and delivery dates have yet to be announced.

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The 5 Very Best Survival Guns

     The 5 Very Best Guns For Survival Before I begin this list, I have to make a disclaimer. I am a gun guy. I like AK-47s, AR-15s, M1As, and just about anything that will take a BIG magazine and send lots of hot lead down range as fast as I can pull the trigger.

     I like tactical toys like chest rigs with a gazillion magazine pouches riding over a plate carrier, I like ‘em with an integrated pistol belt that holds a large frame semi-automatic pistol and even more magazine pouches. I like these things a lot, and I can envision a time when all of this might come in handy, but for the moment it’s just FUN!

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Fear Matters to Security: Control & Use It to Your Advantage

     If aliens exist and by happenstance were to glance down on our tiny planet, I think they would be shocked by the order of things. We humans are the dominant species on this little blue planet. Not lions, tigers, or bears, but us. Relatively small with inferior muscle mass compared to other predators and generally mediocre protection from the reality of violence. And yet, we rule this planet with no challenge from any other predators.

     Some eco groups like to argue we are magically custodians of this planet due to our opposable thumbs and intelligence and whilst yes, those do help, I think the core difference between us and base animals is our innate tenacity and fear. We humans, we fear a lot. We fear the unknown, the things we do know, other people, the lack of other people, and quite honestly, everything in between. As a species we have harnessed our fears, using them to push through, adapt, evolve, and ultimately become the ultimate predator.

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Home Safety Tips for Natural Disasters.

     Natural disasters and weather-related damage account for an annual bill of $23.46 billion in the United States. Most homeowners are counseled to practice safety at home by protecting investments, watching over loved ones, opting for healthy choices, and making responsible decisions.

     To some degree, those are all things you have a certain level of control over. But, what do you do when Mother Nature decides to throw you a curveball? Is there a manual of home safety tips for natural disasters to prepare you for the unexpected?

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HOW TO BE FINANCIALLY PREPARED FOR DISASTERS LIKE HURRICANE HARVEY.

     On August 25, 2017, Hurricane Harvey made landfall in the U.S. causing unbelievable devastation along the Texas coast and displacing thousands of people. My heart goes out to those families and businesses who were impacted by Harvey’s devastation. We have a number of advisors who are affiliated with Private advisor Group who are located in Houston, and they were very fortunate to avoid having any major impact from the hurricane to their families, homes and businesses.
   

     We require all of our advisors to maintain a business continuity plan and test them on an annual basis. I believe this helped our advisors maintain service and communications with their clients in the days after the hurricane hit.

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10 Disaster Essentials For New Preppers.

     During disasters, there are two types of people: Those who prepared, and those who didn’t. You don’t have to be a hardcore survivalist to make it through the most common disasters (hurricanes, blizzards, floods, etc.), but you have to at least cover the essentials.

     Not only will you be more comfortable, you’ll have a much better chance of survival. If you’re a beginner prepper, get these 10 disaster essentials while you still have time.

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Urban Survival: 6 Essentials to Surviving Any Disaster in the City.

     If you are an American or Canadian reading this, then you probably take it for granted that you will be safe. There hasn’t been any recent war on American soil, and you might even think that your region is safe from natural disaster.  But the scary truth is that the risk of disaster is a lot higher than we likely realize. There are natural disasters like hurricanes and earthquakes, economic crash, and electromagnetic pulse, to name just a few.

     There are a wide range of situations where you might need urban survival skills.  This urban survival guide will introduce you to the essentials so you can survive any disaster ranging from personal disasters like homelessness to all-out warfare.

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