Preppers Survival Guide: Your One Guide To Preparing For and Surviving Any Emergency With Easy Fast Tips For Food, Storage, Safety and Shelter

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The Preppers Survival Guide

Your One Guide To Preparing For and Surviving Any Emergency With Easy Fast Tips For Food, Storage, Safety and Shelter

Jim Moss

Discover Why Preppers Are Now Enemy #1 “Food Stockpiles Banned?” At A Time Like This!? Innocent People: Punished, Fined, And Jailed. Just For Protecting Themselves. It's A Terrifying Thought. Except It's Not So FarFetched...” Not anymore.

It's already started, and NOBODY is doing anything to stop it... Luckily there’s a loophole to protect those in the know...

Copyright © 2020 – Jim Moss All rights reserved. No part of this guide may be reproduced in any form without permission in writing from the publisher except in the case of brief quotations embodied in critical articles or reviews. Published By: Hacker911 Publishing P.O. Box 1801 Mentor, OH 44060 Legal & Disclaimer The information contained in this book and its contents is not designed to replace or take the place of any form of medical or professional advice; and is not meant to replace the need for independent medical, financial, legal or other professional advice or services, as may be required. The content and information in this book has been provided for educational and entertainment purposes only. The content and information contained in this book has been compiled from sources deemed reliable, and it is accurate to the best of the Author's knowledge, information and belief. However, the Author cannot guarantee its accuracy and validity and cannot be held liable for any errors and/or omissions. Further, changes are periodically made to this book as and when needed. Where appropriate and/or necessary, you must consult a professional (including but not limited to your doctor, attorney, financial advisor or such other professional advisor) before using any of the suggested remedies, techniques, or information in this book. Upon using the contents and information contained in this book, you agree to hold harmless the Author from and against any damages, costs, and expenses, including any legal fees potentially resulting from the application of any of the information provided by this book. This disclaimer applies to any loss, damages or injury caused by the use and application, whether directly or indirectly, of any advice or information presented, whether for breach of

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Table of Contents Introduction Chapter 1: How CORONAVIRUS Is Spread Chapter 2: Steps to Quarantine Actionable items: Chapter 3: Understanding the Preppers Movement Characteristics of Preppers Types of Scenarios That Preppers Prepare Themselves Wildlife Survival Scenarios Scenarios Involving Self-Defense Prolonged and Brief Natural Disasters Bio-Chemical Warfare Effects of Population Crash Economic Crash Biblical Rapture Medical Crisis Oriented

Terminology Preppers Should Know Chapter 4: Basic Survival Skills Chapter 5: The Stress Factor Chapter 6: Maintaining Your Health Chapter 7: Managing Disasters Pandemic Earthquakes Wars and Riots Tsunamis Winter storms and extreme cold 10 Survival Tips

Chapter 8: Basic Components of Survival Plan Chapter 9: Tips to Store Food for Later Use Chapter 10: Gathering the Supplies You Need to Survive Survival Necessities Water / H2O Hygiene/First Aid Sanitation Items

Security Essentials Chapter 11: Life Saving Techniques Clearing an Airway Heimlich Maneuver Mouth to Mouth Resuscitation Combining CPR and Mouth to Mouth Treating Shock Recovery Position Chapter 12: Immediate Signals and Vital Signs Chapter 13: Dealing With Multiple Casualties Chapter 14: Preparing Your Bug Out Bag How To Determine What To Include In Your Bug Out Bag Chapter 15: Specific Items To Pack In Your Bug-Out-Bag Chapter 16: Protect your family Conclusion

Introduction What is prepping and why prep? Preppers are individuals or groups of people who are constantly preparing for imminent emergencies such as natural calamities, wars and political unrest. The preppers movement is not a new phenomenon. In fact, it had existed about a hundred year ago. It is interesting to take note that the first survivalist movement was documented right after the Great Depression in the late 1920. Between 1930 and 1950, threats from nuclear warfare, unstable economy and radical political policies have led many families to store a year’s worth of food to prepare for the possible social or political collapse or worse which is the breakdown of civilization. Moreover, many families also built bomb shelters or fallout shelters to protect themselves for possible bomb attacks. There are many controversies that revolve around this particular type of lifestyle. For instance, many people believe that preppers are paranoid and that it breeds panic in any social setting. Although many people view preppers as such, the fact cannot be denied that they are one of the wellprepared individuals in the entire world to face any kinds of situations. Today, there are many people who embrace the preppers movement because they want to be prepared at all times. And true enough, even if our backyards are safe against wars from neighboring countries, we cannot escape the fact that many natural calamities occur recently because of the changing weather patterns. Preppers believe that emergencies come like a thief in the night thus it is better to be prepared than sorry.

Chapter 1: How CORONAVIRUS Is Spread There are numerous ways that you can contract the CORONAVIRUS virus and many ways that it can be spread. That’s one of the reasons why it’s been so difficult to contain. Most people mistakenly think that the only way the virus can be spread is through direct contact with someone else who’s symptomatic. Direct human contact is only one of the ways the virus is spread. Surfaces are the second way. The virus is tough enough to live on surfaces as long as 9 days if the conditions are right for its survival. It doesn’t usually survive long on surfaces in very cold or very hot temperatures. With the 2020 China outbreak, China's central bank has taken extraordinary measures to deep clean and destroy its cash. Money changes hands multiple times per day and are a huge health issue. Just think of all the money you have handled this past week, and who else has handled it… The Southern Medical Journal released a report in 2002 that showed pathogens — including staphylococcus — was present on 94% of dollar bills that were tested. It is also found that paper money can reportedly carry more germs than a household toilet. As the CORONAVIRUS is so easily spread, it means used tissues or medical instruments as well as infected clothing could also contain the virus. Saliva is also another body fluid that can cause the virus to pass from person to person. If someone is drooling and you touch the drool, you could get the CORONAVIRUS. If an infected person drinks from a cup and leaves a bit of their saliva on the side of the cup and you come in contact with it, you could contract the virus. The virus can also be spread through infected urine. If someone goes to the bathroom and a drop of urine spills on the floor, you’re

at risk of getting the virus if you come in contact with the urine. If you come in contact with the feces of an infected person, then you have a chance of getting sick with the virus. Semen is also another body fluid in which the virus can be shared. Sweat can also cause the disease to be spread from one person to another. If someone who has the virus sweats and another person trying to be helpful lifts that person by putting their hands under his arms that can be a direct contact. One of the reasons that the virus spreads so quickly with body fluids is because most people don’t realize at first that they’re sick. Even when they become symptomatic, they pass those symptoms off and so they end up being the link that carries the virus to someone else. Even if someone does survive the disease, there’s a potential that the once infected person can still pass it on. Any item that’s been contaminated with the virus carries the potential of giving the virus to you. If there are medical supplies such as IV bags, needles, or medical instruments that have the virus on them, you can get the virus by touching these items and introducing CORONAVIRUS into your body. All it takes is for a person to touch a contaminated item and then rub his eyes or touch his finger to his mouth. Any open cuts on the skin an also be a way for the CORONAVIRUS virus to get into the body of you touch an item that’s been contaminated. Soiled linens that someone with the virus has rested on can also be capable of spreading the virus from one human to another. Humans and touching a contaminated item aren’t the only way that the CORONAVIRUS virus is transmitted. The third way is by having contact with an infected animal. According to the

World Health Organization, the virus can be passed on to humans by animals infected with the virus. One of the main culprits for spreading the virus is the fruit bat. When these animals bite another animal or another animal eats something that has the fruit bat’s infected saliva on it, the virus is spread. What then happens is people handle the carcasses or organs of these infected animals and they become infected. There’s no a big concern that somehow the virus will begin spreading through mosquitoes like malaria. That would be a nightmare of pandemic proportions if an outbreak occurred in the United States.

Chapter 2: Steps to Quarantine Whenever someone who’s even suspected of having the CORONAVIRUS virus much less showing symptoms shows up at the hospital, the staff there immediately takes steps to put that person into quarantine. Once the person is put into quarantine, strict precautions are taken and that person is not allowed to mix with the general public for the safety of others. The medical staff doesn’t want that person causing another swell of infections to begin. That’s why it’s important that you have a quarantine plan already in place so that you’ll know which steps to follow to protect yourself. When you’re at home and you have a family member or loved ones show up - even if you only suspect they may have had a small chance of coming into contact with the virus - you can’t take any chances. Just because they’re not already looking or acting sick with it doesn’t mean they’re clear. You can’t let them have access to your home. That means that you have to quarantine them. And while this might be a difficult move on your part, you have to do what you have to do to not only keep yourself and your family safe, but to keep the virus from continuing to spread. But since you don’t want (and it’s not safe for) the quarantine area to be inside your home, the best way to quarantine someone is by letting them stay isolated in a tent outdoors. The type of tent that you’ll want to have on hand depends on whether or not it’s in the winter or summer. The thinner material tents are fine for the summer, but you’ll want to make sure that you get one that’s completely enclosed.

Some of the summer tents have mesh walls on the upper parts of the material. While this does help keep whoever is inside cooler, it’s also easier for the CORONAVIRUS virus to transfer from person to person. If the person inside the tent is actually sick with the virus, all he or she has to do is to sneeze and the droplets travel right through that mesh part of the wall and are now outside of the tent. Someone comes along without protective gear to check on the person in isolation. They breathe in those sneezed droplets – which can also survive on surfaces for long periods of time - and then you have two people potentially infected with the virus instead of one. Look for the domed tents or a tent that has some height to them so that the person inside won’t feel so claustrophobic if that’s an issue. Also, some of these tents are made so that inside of them, there are divided areas. These are like rooms and can be cordoned off. That means you can house multiple people who may be infected with the virus and yet keep them quarantined from one another to keep it from being passed from one patient to the next. Some of the tents that you can get are cabin style tents. These tents not only have windows that can be closed, but doors as well. They also come with cord pockets that allow you to run a power cord into the tent without exposing yourself or the person inside to any contact. Whatever kind of tent that you get, this quarantine tent needs to be away from your home, but close enough so that if they need help, you’ll know about it. Some people set up this quarantine tent in a backyard. That way, you can be within walkie-talkie range. Since it takes 21 days for the CORONAVIRUS virus incubation period to be up, the person should be

kept separate from you and others for that length of time. Isolation means isolation. You shouldn’t visit the person or allow others to come and go in visitation with the person, either. It will be difficult for both you and the person being isolated - especially when you love them - but it’s best for all involved. Don’t enter the isolation tent. Communicate through electronics and if you need to get a visual on the person, just make sure that you use a tent that has one of the kinds of plastic windows that you can see through. If you’re able to use electricity inside the tent, then you also might opt for a video baby monitor to help you see what’s happening inside the tent. This could come in handy if someone is suffering from the CORONAVIRUS virus and the quarantine saves your life. Kids may not understand incubation and quarantines as well as adults. Just try to have something to entertain the person (books, games, etc.) so keep boredom at bay and stress the importance of this life-saving period of distance to everyone who has to go through it.

Actionable items: -Start preparing your home now. Have at least two weeks of food on hand. This includes water. You may also want to stock up on batteries, generators, soap, bleach, clean linens, and over the counter medications. -Start preparing your family now. Ask them to imagine what it would be like to be stuck in the house for a few weeks. Make sure you don’t send shivers of fear traveling down your children’s spine, try to keep the question light. If they tell you about the things that they would hope to have for two to three weeks of being stuck inside, it could give you an idea of your family’s unique needs. -Prepare a sick room. Throughout the years I have learned, with great agility, how to keep infections in my own home from infecting me. Last year, my daughter had the flu and my family managed to treat it without getting any other member sick. How did we do it? A sick room, of course. We kept out daughter in the room with a mask on. She is a teenager, so she did not need or want the constant care a sick and young child would. We delivered food to her door and kept her room sealed. When meals were done, she simply threw the paper plates and plastic cup away. We would collect her trash bag and take it straight outside. We practiced keeping the air clean. No one else got sick. I didn’t have to go to the hospital again. Use a sick room if the person is not too young or ill to be left alone for a few hours at a time. -Don’t brag to neighbors and consider better security. If you are one of those people who read books like this, immediately follow the directions, and then share the info with others who may be open to these tactics. But if you are one of those people and you also like to tell your neighbors

(think about the people who share EVERYTHING online) how damn smart you are with your quarantine measures, you might be in trouble. If the whole neighborhood thinks you might be the last house on the block with cough medicine and warm food, there could be issues with security. In times like these it is better to not show-off how great you are at preparing for the worst! No, it’s not crazy to go the country house now- Do you happen to be one of the lucky people in this nation who owns a second home out in the middle of nowhere? Well, if you want to avoid the virus, now is the time to make that home your homestead. Stock it with food and other necessities. Stay there as long as you can.

Chapter 3: Understanding the Preppers Movement The preppers movement encompasses a variety of individuals who are preparing for different disasters as well as societal breakdowns. However, it is important to take note that preppers still live ordinary lives when they are not preparing for emergencies. They are unlike extreme and traditional survivalists who lock themselves in their remote shelters and are already fending for themselves. Having said this, anyone can be a prepper.

Characteristics of Preppers Preppers are ordinary people but they act out of concerns for their safety as well as their families. This means that they prepare for future disasters. They are also group-oriented as they gain strength and safety in numbers. This is the reason why there is such a thing as a prepper’s network. Embracing the prepper movement can be a challenging thing to do and this section will discuss about what it takes to become good preppers. Below are the top ten traits of good preppers that you can also adapt for yourself. Strong will to live: Preppers approach survival with much gusto and they want to live no matter what it takes and what situations they are in. They have a thirst for knowledge: Preppers are always thirsty for knowledge. They seek skills and information that they know will help them survive if the world comes to an end. This is the reason why preppers are good at everything they do such as organizing, planning, sustainable living, DIY and self-defense. They are family oriented: Preppers perceive the family as the most important social unit thus they have strong family values. They are also very responsible and they always consider things that are good for the entire family.

Preppers are good with their hands: It is an important trait for good preppers to be good handymen. They like to make things out of their hands and they are very creative in using unconventional items to make things that will help them for their survival. They are mentally and physically fit: In order for preppers to survive after the fall of society, they need to be both mentally and physically fit in order to face all types of hurdles in life. This is the reason why they have conscious efforts to make themselves physically fit by exercising. They are critical thinkers: When doomsday comes knocking in their doorsteps, preppers are quick enough to think of ways on how to evade the impending doom. They are logical, critical and fast thinkers. The thing is that preppers are naturally vigilant and proactive and if you have a few of these characteristics, then you can embrace this movement for your own benefit.

Types of Scenarios That Preppers Prepare Themselves Preppers prepare for different kinds of scenarios. In fact, they can adapt to any kinds of emergencies because they have futuristic mindsets. This section will discuss about the different types of scenarios that preppers prepare themselves for.

Wildlife Survival Scenarios Preppers prepare themselves for wildlife survival scenarios. Examples of such scenarios include those being trapped in the woods after getting lost in a hiking expedition or being shipwrecked in a deserted island.

Scenarios Involving Self-Defense

People who embrace the preppers movement are also ready to face encounters of any types of violence activities. They know how to defend themselves and know about the legal ramifications of their actions. Such scenarios include being robbed or getting involved in a brawl.

Prolonged and Brief Natural Disasters Preppers prepare for inevitable natural calamities that might happen in their area such as tornado, flood, earthquake or wildfire. In order to prepare for such scenarios, they build customized shelters; and store a lot of supplies like food, water and medicine.

Bio-Chemical Warfare Bio-chemical warfare is another scenario that preppers prepare for. They are concerned about not acquiring fatal diseases thus they prepare disposable coveralls, boots, gloves and face respirators.

Effects of Population Crash There is an increase in the human population all over the world and this can affect the availability of food, freshwater, oil and other human necessities. This can also lead to the spread of disease and the eventual fall of civilization. Thus, preppers aim to be sustainable despite the fall of society.

Economic Crash Monetary disasters have happened in the past including the Great Depression and Lehman Shock. Having said this, preppers are always ready in case of economic crash. They believe that the Federal Reserve system is flawed and they expect that paper money will become worthless during hyperinflation thus they keep reserves of precious metals and invest in mining shares to prepare for such crash.

Biblical Rapture Although not all preppers are religious, they still prepare in case biblical rapture will happen. On the other hand, religious fanatics also prepare for such scenario thus they prepare food stockpiles and other supplies.

Medical Crisis: There are also preppers who prepare for medical crisis that can happen to their family members. This is especially true if they have family members who suffer from grave medical conditions. Having said this, they keep medical packs in their cars and houses. They also take CPR, EMT, CERT and other medical courses to help family members, friends and other people in case of medical emergencies.

Terminology Preppers Should Know Preppers use acronyms in order to communicate with fellow preppers. When you start adopting this lifestyle, you need to know the prepper’s vocabulary in order to describe kits, gears, places and anything that is necessary for survival. It is important for preppers to use terminologies so that they can save time in describing what they need to do or have. After all, every second saved during an emergency crisis is crucial for the survival of preppers. Below are the common terminologies that you need to know if you are going to adopt this lifestyle. BOB: This refers to bug-out bag which is a portable kit that contains items that you need in order to survive for seventy-two hours. It is also called grab bag, battle box, go bag or GOOD (Get Out Of Dodge) bag. The things that include in a BOB include enough food for 72 hours, water purification supplies, first aid kit, battery, professional emergency literature, maps, sanitation supplies, clothing, medications, documents, Swiss army knife,

compass and cash. BOL: This stands for bug-out location which refers to a retreat place, refuge or rendezvous that preppers go to during an emergency. Prior to an emergency situation, preppers scout for a BOL and inform family members or the preppers network how to get to the location in case of emergency. BOV: It stands for bug-out vehicle is a customized survival vehicle that contains everything that preppers need in order to survive. They look like war vehicles as they possibly come with artillery, huge storage spaces for stockpiles and supplies as well as state-of-the-art navigation tools. Crunch: This refers to a long-term major disaster. EDC: It refers to everyday carry which means what individuals carry in case disaster happens while a person is out and about. EOTW: This stands for end of the world. It is also similar to TEOTWAWKI which means the end of the world as we know it. GOOD: This refers to get out of dodge which means fleeing the urban areas in case there is a big disaster. INCH bag: This acronym stands for I’m not coming home bag. It similar to the bug-out bag but it is usually kept near the individual so they don’t have to return to their residences in case there is an emergency. Most people store their INCH bag in their cars. SHTF: This refers to shit hits the fan which preppers use to describe any kinds of disaster situations. It is also similar to WTSHTF which means when the shit hits the fan. WROL: This stands for without rule of law which is used to describe a lawless state of society.

YOYO: This means you’re on your own. Zombie: Contrary to what most people think, the term zombie does not refer to the flesh-eating monsters that we see in zombie apocalypse movies. It refers to people who are unprepared to deal with emergencies. They also refer to incidental survivors who might feed on the preparations of preppers.

Chapter 4: Basic Survival Skills Developing a survivalist’s mindset is something that I cannot recommend strongly enough. Perhaps, if you are lucky, disaster will never strike anywhere near you and you will never find yourself struggling to find shelter and food. Perhaps, if disaster does strike, the authorities will have everything in hand and you will barely need to lift a finger. You may one day find yourself in a situation where you have nothing but your wits and the preparation you have done beforehand to keep you alive. No matter how well or badly you are equipped at that moment, your knowledge and skills should be sufficient to keep you going until the situation is resolved. A survivalist mindset doesn’t just mean knowing what to do if an avalanche hits or your plane crashes into the ocean, either. It means developing the kind of thinking that ensures you always check your security systems before sleep and that you automatically become aware of exit points and potential dangers even when you’re taking a trip to the mall. Whichever of the seven scenarios you find yourself in, you are always going to follow the same basic list of priorities to ensure that you are able to survive. This will prove true whether you find yourself in a car accident on a local highway or seeking refuge after a volcano explodes. How you go about achieving these priorities will obviously differ, but the basic list never changes. Survival experts, particularly in the military, know this by the acronym, “PLAN”, which stands for protection, location, acquisition and navigation. Protection: Not only will you need to ensure that you are protected from any injury or damage from the disaster itself (e.g. removing

yourself from the debris after a plane crash or away from the path of an avalanche), you must also be protected from the elements themselves. That’s where food, water and shelter comes into play. It is important to stay as close to the scene of the disaster as you possibly can at first, because this means you will be near potential supplies and easier to find for a rescue team, which will begin any search by looking at either the known site of a calamity or the place on your pre-planned route you were scheduled to be. It will also help you conserve your energy. Location: Your next job will be to make it as obvious as possible for the rescue team to spot you where you are currently located. This is especially important if you are forced to move any great distance from the disaster scene. You will want to send out signals, flares and other means of finding you quickly and easily. However, in some scenarios, the opposite might be true. For example, if you find yourself caught in the crossfire of a military attack or a rebel invasion, you will not want to be located and will instead be seeking a secure hiding place in which you are least likely to be found. Acquisition: With your basic needs attended to, you will still need to acquire enough supplies to keep you safe and secure for the long haul. You have no reliable way to tell how long it will be before you are rescued; in some scenarios, rescue may not be coming at all, such as if you failed to let someone know of your plans or if the disaster is widespread enough that authorities are unable to respond effectively. You will need to acquire tools, more water and food,

weapons to protect yourself, medicines and more. Navigation: In many situations, particularly if you will be responsible for your own rescue, you will want or need to be able to move through unfamiliar terrain to either reach civilization and find help or to seek a more permanent place to settle. You will need to be able to determine your own location and the time of day using both maps and natural markers. You will also need to know how to move through this terrain with as few hazards as possible. An additional concern will, of course, be medical. While you are focusing on all these things, you will concurrently be monitoring your own condition and what you need at that moment if you are going to stay healthy and active. If you are cut or otherwise injured, you will need to know how best to treat that injury to prevent it from getting worse or going septic. The steps you will need to take during a disaster should be burned into your eyelids: they represent your best possible chance of making it through. Whatever happens and wherever you are, follow PLAN in the right order and you will be set up for survival success.

Chapter 5: The Stress Factor A survivalist understands that, despite their preparation and the work they have done to develop their survival skills, there will always be extreme stresses that come along with facing a disaster. It’s a rare man or woman who finds themselves faced with an emergency situation and reacts calmly and rationally from the first moment through to the end. When panic and fear set in, it can feel overwhelming. It can make you question whether you really are as prepared to handle this situation as you thought. It can make you lose hope, both in the outcome and in your own skill set. The first thing to remind yourself of as disaster strikes is that you are a human being, and as such you are capable of withstanding far more pressure than society has ever placed on you. As long as you remain fed, watered and sheltered, you are going to be ok. Your attitude at this moment is the strongest indicator of how good your chances of survival are. Remember the “rule of threes”: you will be able to survive without oxygen for no longer than three minutes, but you can go without a stable body temperature for three hours. You will be able to survive for three days without water and you can go three whole weeks without food. Your adrenaline levels will be spiking and you will want to check out for a while to handle the emotional consequences of experiencing a disaster, but you must resist this at all costs. You are not always going to have the luxury of stopping to process – you must switch instantly to survival mode and take stock of your situation. You can do this using the SPEAR method: stop, plan, execute, assess and reevaluate. Another military acronym, it is used by commanders to ensure

that the strategy they employ in a combat situation is sound. First, secure your situation as best you can to allow you to stop what you are doing for several moments. Once you have, evaluate the situation thoroughly and determine what you need to do to remove yourself from immediate danger and how you are going to do it. Execute that plan with confidence until you either achieve the result you were aiming for or you reach an obstacle you had not expected. Assess your new situation and what new challenges you are faced with, then reevaluate your plan and amend it as necessary. By following this method, you will give your brain time to adjust to your new circumstances. The stress response is natural – it’s your body’s way of alerting you to the danger and keeping your physical responses on a knife edge ready to react to it until that danger has passed. The side effect of this reaction is that your higher functions, your reasoning and problem solving skills, are temporarily pushed to the side. All of your energy is going towards that panic reaction, which means you are not in a mental place to make the best decisions. Understand that this is happening and you will be able to end it. Stop, take some deep breaths and center yourself any time you feel the panic begin to set in. Allow your higher brain functions to take charge once again. Trust that you will fare better with your full faculties in place than you will by thrashing through the problem in panic mode – no matter what your body is telling you. Bear in mind that the panic response will continue to threaten your calm throughout this ordeal. It can set in at any time when your survival appears threatened and it will be your job to resist it every time. For instance, you may feel the adrenaline surge if you are injured, or if you

develop a sudden illness. It can take hold if you experience extreme heat or if you cannot secure any food or water. You may be particularly vulnerable if you are sleep deprived, or even if you find yourself isolated and bored out of your mind. The response that your body has to all of these dangers is natural, but it can also prevent you from making good decisions. When it occurs, listen to what your body is telling you: that you are currently not safe for one reason or another. But then take the time to achieve a calm mindset before you deal with that danger and move on. Again, this is something you can prepare for. A person who has mastered the practice of meditation can utilize that skill to achieve calm in almost any situation, so consider taking a course on this ancient art. Alternatively, you can simply foster the art of mindfulness in yourself. Set an alarm for yourself that goes off once every hour. As soon as it does, close your eyes and breathe deeply and slowly three times. Feel that breath and concentrate on it fully. Once you have taken three breaths, allow your senses to take in absolutely everything happening around you. Listen for every sound, open your eyes and look at everything around you, allow your nerve endings to tell you what you feel, such as the sensation of your clothing or the wind against your skin. Breathe in the air and what smells it brings with it and take notice of any tastes on your tongue. Your goal is not to evaluate, judge or consider the information your senses are gathering. You are simply taking in every piece of evidence your body can gather. This information can be of paramount importance in a survival situation – it can tell you if there is smoke on the air, if the temperature is dropping, if there are enemies approaching and so much more.

Listen to your instincts: even when you are practicing this skill at home, pay attention if you feel that certain prickle that tells you all is not as it should be. In this way, you can learn to calm your mind by making use of a technique that also brings in the maximum amount of information possible at any given moment.

Chapter 6: Maintaining Your Health As someone who is interested in making themselves ready to face the worst case scenario, you already know the value of preparation. You know that your chances of survival increase exponentially if you have provided options for water, food and shelter for yourself. Ensuring that you – and every other member of your family – are healthy and fighting fit is very much in the same category of preparation. A healthy person is better able to fight off infection, heal from a fracture and avoid accidents. The first piece of advice I will share with you is to become very conscious of your own body. Your health is always your greatest gift and will be even more so in the event of a disaster. This advice applies to both you and every other member of your party – if you are aiming to shelter after a disaster with your spouse, kids, other family members and even friends, you will need to stress the importance of these things to them, too. Healthy patients are easier to treat, so think of this as preparing your patient ahead of time. ● Ascertain the correct weight and body fat ratio for your height, body type and age. Strive to reach this goal and pay attention to what you need to do to achieve it. This will bring you in tune with your body at its peak, telling you how many calories you must consume to maintain your health, the speed and efficiency of your metabolism and the level of exercise your particular body needs to stay at the same weight level. It will also bring you to optimum health and fitness levels, which will serve you well in a world of practical tasks and potential long journeys.

● Increase your levels of exercise. Most of us live a sedentary lifestyle – the same will not be true after a complete collapse. You will be called upon to fetch, carry, build, travel, climb and much more. Vary your exercise so that you are improving your strength, endurance and the flexibility of your body. Again, a body in excellent condition is more able to defend itself against disease and contamination and will heal more quickly after an accident.

● Review your diet and cut out as much junk and processed food as possible. Your diet after a disaster will eventually become dependent on the foods you can grow, gather and hunt – there will not be a fast food restaurant on every corner. If we’re honest with ourselves, this is a good thing: fresh, whole foods leave our bodies in better condition than the junk meal alternative. Learn to pack your meals with the nutrients that keep your organs, skin, muscles and tissues strong and healthy. Be an expert on the foods that contain such minerals as iron and calcium in large quantities. Become a connoisseur of the healthful diet and watch your body respond positively to the change, once again improving your overall health and increasing your chances of staying healthy after a collapse.

● Schedule a yearly health panel with your doctor and make sure to review it thoroughly with them. Watch for the early signs of problems such as cancer, liver problems, high cholesterol, diabetes, high or low blood pressure and heart disease and ensure that you tackle them head on to prevent them from becoming an issue. It’s tough to get your hands on insulin after a disaster – much better to have spotted the danger early and prevented it from fully taking form.

● In the case of unavoidable health issues (and it’s important we acknowledge that we cannot always stave off the inevitable), be sure to develop as much knowledge as possible. Know what medications are necessary and how to administer them; know whether there are alternatives that can be found in a scenario that includes a lack of hospitals and medical care. You should also know what situations and activities could aggravate a condition, which will better help you to prevent that from happening. For example, low oxygen environments such as high altitudes can affect many ongoing conditions, such as heart problems and lung disease. Medicine in a post collapse world is a very personal journey – it’s your job right now to identify the types of illness and injury you are likely to face and be prepared to handle them.

● Immunize yourself against as many of the most common forms of disease as possible, such as malaria. Make sure to keep these immunizations up to date. Even if the disaster you find yourself faced with does not begin with an epidemic, illness spreads alarmingly quickly when the grid goes down. It can be carried in the water, between survivors – even in the air. The more illnesses you develop an immunity to now, the fewer you will have to tackle after the collapse.

Chapter 7: Managing Disasters There are times when disasters strike and you will need a lot more skills to manage disasters. This chapter gives a brief overview on what to do when a particular disaster strikes.

Pandemic You will be able to prepare for influenza pandemic after this. You should know about not just the magnitude of what is likely to happen during an outbreak but also the actions that can be taken to reduce the impact of influenza pandemic on yourself as well as your family. The information provided in this checklist will provide you all the information that you would need in case of influenza or flu pandemic. While preparing for a pandemic you will need to stock up on at least two weeks of supply of food and water. During a pandemic it is likely that the local stores might either be shut down or they might not have sufficient supplies. So these emergency supplies will come in while handy and it will also help you while preparing for other disasters as well. You will need to keep checking the supply of your prescription drugs regularly to ensure that you will not run out of them anytime soon. Other nonprescription drugs should also be on hand including painkillers, various stomach remedies and medicines for cough, cold and flu. Stock up on plenty of fluids and vitamins. For personal reference you might want to get copies of your health records from your doctor and also maintain them in an electric form as well. You will need to talk to your family members and your loved ones about how they will have to care for the ones who get sick or if they get sick. You can volunteer with any of the local groups and this will help you to prepare yourself about how you will have to respond in case of an emergency. Also get involved in the efforts of your local community that deals with the preparation for influenza pandemic.

During the pandemic you will have to take steps to limit the spreading of germs if you want to prevent infection. You can do this by avoiding any form of close contact with the people who are sick. And when you get sick, you should stay away from others and this will protect them from contacting any illness. If possible, you should stay home when sick. Stay away from work, school or any errands that you had to run, this would help prevent others from catching what you have got. Always cover your nose and mouth while sneezing or coughing as this limits the spread of the harmful germs. Always wash your hands and this will help protect you from the germs you might have caught from someone else. You should avoid toughing your eyes, nose and mouth, because this happens to be the most common way in which germs tend to spread. When you touch something that is contaminated with the harmful germs, you are assisting in their movement when you touch your mouth, eyes and nose with the same hand. You should start practicing healthy habits. Like getting sufficient sleep, engage yourself in physical activity, manage stress effectively, eat healthy and nutritious food also keep drinking plenty of fluids.

Earthquakes Earthquakes are some of the most common types of disasters that are bound to occur. You can recognize an earthquake by the shaking of the ground. When earthquakes occur it is a good idea to look for an open space and go stand or relocate to that spot. Get away from trees, electric poles, buildings and so on. These may fall and you might die or get severely injured. You can also get under a sturdy desk or crawl under a good bed. This will reduce the chances of things falling on top of you. If you do not find any structures like this, it is a good idea to sit against a wall with your knees up and your head

locked between your knees. This will get rid of any falling debris. The debris will not hit your head, which can affect your brain. If you live in an earthquake prone zone then it best to protect yourself by constructing your house with light weight material. This will prevent injuries during earthquakes. Avoid using glass as decorations if you happen to live in such areas. Use fasteners and tapes to secure paintings and other sort of wall hangings, this will minimize loss of items and also they will not fall on you. Heat Waves When the temperature of the area you live in starts to soar you know a heat wave is coming your way. Heat waves are usually found in arid dry lands, especially in deserts and in these cases they can result in loss of life due to heat stroke, loss of water causing a drought and loss of flora and fauna. When you find yourself amidst a heat wave get shelter. Go into a house with high roofs. If you live in areas where there is a higher frequency of heat waves then you should build the house with tough material and when a heat wave comes you should seal the house entirely. This is because heat waves usually are accompanied by sand storms and these storms can harm your house and destroy your living space if it gets in. Hence remember to seal the house entirely. Ensure that there is adequate water supply in the house. Store up on water, as this is very important. Droughts can come due to heat waves and you should have a provision where there is water stored in the basement, as these often are the coolest part of the house. Store preserved food and turn on all cooling equipment to cool yourself during these times.

Volcano Volcanic eruptions are not very easily recognizable though there are three types of volcanoes. It is a good idea to know which category of volcano the mountain or hill located in your region is. If it does happen to be an active

volcano then you can recognize an oncoming volcanic eruption through the behavior of animals as they usually flee and are more sensitive to such things. When a volcano erupts it is a good idea to stay indoors. Buildings usually don’t run the risk of burning down and so it is best to stay indoors. When a volcano erupts remember to shut and seal all openings including windows or else wear protective goggles and a mask to prevent inhaling toxic fumes. This can cause burns and you might even die from these burns. They also happen to be highly cancerous so always remember to wear your safety gear. Ensure you have sufficient water in your house and store these waters away from walls in the basement. People often think that the volcanic ash can’t reach them if they are situated at a high-rise building. However volcanic ash can reach great heights and hence always remember to remain indoor.

Cyclones Cyclones usually occur when there is low pressure around the water bodies. They may seem like a problem for the oceans but they can result is heavy winds and torrential rainfalls that can severely affect you. If you live near the coast or a have a house that overlooks a water body you can check the movement of the waves and recognize the cyclone. If animals manage to get away you know a cyclone is approaching. In these scenarios, you can expect a power cut and a shortage of supply of basic amenities. Stock up on food and water if you happen to be living in areas where the onset of cyclones is more. Try to store non-perishable ready to eat food. Stock up on candles and have working flashlights. Carry a cigarette lighter with you, as they will help you to navigate during times of power cut. Get away from the house if you have to and reach a high lying area that may be near your residence. If the water body starts to flood you won’t have to deal with it. Stock up on all the medicines especially flu tablets as flu usually breaks out during cyclones. It is

also a good idea to carry satellite phones as these do not rely on the mobile towers of the regular phones and you can communicate better. Always take your survival kit along with you. Land Slides A landslide can occur at any point. This is a common phenomenon that occurs in hilly and mountainous regions of the world. Though they are sudden, they usually occur due to rainfall and avalanches. When this happens it is a good idea to either be indoors or flee from the area. Avoid traveling when there are heavy rains and at the first sight of a drizzle, get shelter. If you must travel during chilly weathers, carry adequate amounts of acid and salt as these help to melt the snow. It is also a good idea to take the same steps as in an earthquake. Get into an open space. If you cannot get into an open space get under a sturdy table or a strong bed to avoid debris falling on top of you. Have enough provisions like water and food to get you through.

Wars and Riots A conflict that takes place between two large groups of the population is thought of as war and it involves not just physical force but also of weapons and violence. Armed conflict is also one way of defining war and this is done to avoid any unnecessary interference of national or even international law related to warfare. A war that takes place between two or more states and is decided by an official decree and is led by the orders of the governments and the national armies of the countries is referred to as an interstate war. A war that takes place between two parties on opposite sides of an issue within the border of one country is referred to as civil war. At times it may so happen that a civil war in one country might turn into representative wars, in such a case both the opposing parties tend to receive support from external parties that might be representing a particular interest. To understand this better, let

us take a look at Korea and Vietnam during the Cold War period. When a conflict involves a small number of sovereign, partisan fighters who are against the ruling government in their country is referred to as Guerilla war. When the population or the people of a country are defending their own state from the occupying state, then such a war is referred to as an independence war or a decolonization war. There can be various reasons for a conflict; some reasons could even be due to economic measures like boycotts or sanctions that are taken by one country against the other. For instance Iraq and Cuba have been affected by the medication boycott by USA; this also results in damage to the population of the country. When a protest or even an act of civil disobedience spirals out of control takes a violent turn; on purpose, by premeditation or even accidentally, then such an event is referred to as a riot. This violence could be directed towards a hostile group of individuals or even turn towards damaging the immediate physical environment. Riots in general tend to be a mixture of both the scenarios. Riots often take place between two opposing groups such as the left wing activists and neo-Nazis or a riot can occur between protestors who are civilians and the police, paramilitary forces or even the state. For instance the riot that took place between the critics of globalization during the WTO conference that was held in Seattle. The violence during a protest can be started by either of the sides; it could be the protesters or the police force. Motive behind these riots is usually political but it can also be caused due to mass panic like the ones caused during a football match.

Tsunamis Tsunamis are the enormous waves that are caused because of disturbances under the surface of water such as earthquakes, volcanic eruption or even a landslide. These are also referred to as seismic sea waves. A tsunami is

capable of travelling at a speed of more than hundred miles per hour and the waves can be over a 100 feet high. All tsunamis are dangerous but they might not strike all the coastlines in a similar manner. Tsunamis are often generated due to major earthquakes. If a major earthquake or a landslide occurs close to the shore, the first wave might hit the coast way before a warning is issued. You can take a few steps that can help you in protecting yourself, your family and even property from the unpleasant effects of a tsunami. You should prepare a survival kit and make plans with your family for alternative routes of evacuation and communication in case of a tsunami. You should know the height of the area you are residing in above the sea level and its distance from the coast. If you are a tourist then you should familiarize yourself with the tsunami evacuation protocols. In case of an earthquake, you should turn into your radio and wait for any tsunami warnings. When a tsunami warning is issued, you need to evacuate immediately, if you have any pets, take them along. Move to higher ground ASAP. You should head inland, away from the coastline. Stay away from the beach in any case. Think about saving yourself and not your valuable possessions. Nothing is precious as human life. You can assist your neighbors who might require special assistance, especially elderly people and infants. Once the tsunami has receded, you can head home only after the local authorities have issued an order saying that it is safe. You should understand that a tsunami is a series of enormous waves. Do not assume that you are out of danger just because one wave has passed; the second wave might be more dangerous than the first one. You can always head to a public shelter in case you feel unsafe at home or when the evacuation warning has been issued. Avoid areas that were hit and you would want to stay away from such areas because your presence might hinder the rescue operations that might be in way and would put you directly in harm’s way. Stay away from all the debris.

Check if you got injured and get the necessary first aid before you start helping others. If you think someone needs to be rescued then call for professional help, don’t try brave rescues. You can provide any special assistance that others might need. Also stay tuned in to your radio for further announcements. If you notice that any particular building is surrounded by water, then steer clear of the. Be careful when you are re-entering your home or any other buildings. The Tsunami water can cause cracks and damage the foundation of the buildings. Always wear protective clothing and be very careful when you are cleaning up.

Winter storms and extreme cold The danger that the winter weather might pose differs from region to region. But those who reside in areas that are prone to extreme winter weather need to be prepared for the worst. Winter storms could occur in the form of mild snow or even a heavy blizzard. Most of the winter storms are often accompanied with extremely low temperatures and sometimes strong winds and freezing rains as well. The primary concern during these conditions would be the ability to generate heat, keep the phone lines open and the power flow going. At times due to such severe weather, power supply is generally cut for a few days and even the phone towers are down. It is important that you are prepared for this weather, because most of the deaths that are caused due to this weather are because of traffic accidents on the dangerously icy roads and also of hypothermia. Before winter sets in you should get an emergency kit prepared and remember to include rock salt, shovels, gloves, sand, snow removal equipment and heating fuel. Not just this but you will also need warm clothes and blankets to keep yourself warm. You will have to make a communication plan with your family regarding the methods that you can make use of for communicating when the normal

modes of communication are down. You will also need a radio and extra batteries to ensure that you can keep getting information about the situations outside and also to receive any alerts from the local emergency authorities. You will need to minimize your travel and if you have to travel then ensure that you have got your emergency supplies kit in your vehicle as well. Bring your pets inside when the weather gets really harsh. You should get your vehicle winter ready. Get your mechanic to check the levels of antifreeze, the battery and the ignition systems, fluidity of the brakes, the exhaust system to ensure that there aren’t any leaks or broken pipes, fuel and air filters, heater and also the defroster. You will also need to install tires that can handle the rough weather, repair any problems in your windshield, ensure that the thermostat is working and check the oil levels. The emergency kit in your vehicle should have a snow shovel, extra batteries, water, flashlight, spare batteries, a battery powered radio, a small broom, food supplies, blankets and a first aid kit. Also carry some rock salt, rope, flares and a fluorescent flag. You will also need to winterize your home and get all the necessary insulation in place to ensure that your house can also handle the winter storms. During winter storms or even extreme cold, you should stay indoors, when heading outside wear sufficient layers of protective clothing, tread carefully, don’t overexert yourself, keep yourself dry, and keep checking for signs of frostbite. If you detect signs of hypothermia then try getting the body temperature up and seek medical help. Don’t travel unnecessarily and even when you do have to travel ensure that you have informed someone of your plan to travel, the route you are likely to take and also the time of arrival along with the name of the destination. Conserve fuel at home. If you are stuck on the road then either you can wait for rescue if a safe location is not nearby or you don’t have the suitable clothing to step outside. Pull of the highway and

remain in your vehicle, conserve your fuel and try exercising a bit to keep your body temperature normal but don’t overexert yourself. After the storm passes by your home might lose power and heat for a few hours or even a couple of days. In case your supplies run out you should head to the nearest public shelter and wait. You should protect yourself from frostbite and hypothermia, keep wearing loose clothing of several layers and stay indoors as much as possible. Learn from your previous experiences. You can stock up your house better and prepare yourself for future winter storms. Take note of others experiences as well. Try improvising your emergency plans and supplies.

10 Survival Tips Here are ten survival tips that will help you when a disaster strikes. Tip 1- Start with an assumption that a disaster can happen at any given time. Do not assume that it will not happen. Psychology accounts for about 90% of survival, so if you are mentally or even emotionally unprepared then your chances of survival surely go down. Tip 2- Once again, try not to panic. It is natural to be scared during a scenario of survival; if you prepare yourself for such a scenario beforehand then you will be able to deal with the situation effectively. You shouldn’t spread fear instead spread information about facts that would come in handy. You can share information about survival training, provided you have gathered your information from sources of repute. Tip 3- It is important that you know about your limitations. Unless your family consists of soldiers with Special Forces training, they will all have specific needs that you need to keep in mind. Create a plan of survival that is specifically designed for your family. You need to take into account

considerations such as lack of exercise, special medications, any mobility issues and a various other variables. If you know your limitations then you can make a plan that will help reduce your risk during an emergency and also play to your strengths. Tip 4- Learn how to make do with less. For instance if you go camping outdoors for a weekend you will learn more about the basics of survival than you would learn if you are sitting in your comfortable living room and reading a book about survival. Practical experience is always better than just theoretical knowledge. Tip 5- You should keep your plan simple. Having complex and fancy survival preparedness plans and equipment will not really be of much use in a high-pressure scenario. When an emergency occurs you would need a plan that is easy to understand and follow. Tip 6- You will need to study the disasters that the area you are living in is prone to. With the information that you have gathered you will be able to prepare for the likely disasters. You need to keep in mind that not every place is prone to the same disasters and accordingly you can tweak your plans. Tip 7- You need to get all your home based supplies in place, along with it you should also create a survival kit for your family and it should contain all the emergency supplies that you would require in case your family has to evacuate at a minutes’ notice. Tip 8- Physically prepare yourself to be able to act upon the preparedness plan you have prepared. Talking is easy, discussing the plan is also easy; unless and until you practice the plan a few times you will not really get a hang of it. You need to keep practicing this plan and don’t be afraid to make any necessary changes to the plan. Keep tweaking your plan according to any troubles that you might have faced during the practice session.

Tip 9- Help your neighbors as well. Once you think that you and your family are prepared, you can help your neighbors as well. You can help your entire neighborhood. Tip 10- Once you are done with your preparation work, you will need to ensure that the items in your survival kit haven’t expired. Replace the expired items with fresh ones. Keep checking your supplies regularly, if you think you need to stock up some additional quantity of items, then go ahead and do so. Preparedness training for survival should help you get confident that you would be able to deal with any situation; it should not build unnecessary paranoia and hysteria. You should remember that when an emergency sets in you will need to follow your plan and do not panic.

Chapter 8: Basic Components of Survival Plan For the safety of your home and community, it’s good to prepare before disaster strikes. You can handle everything through planning because it will help you to arrange and organize all the different survival facets. It is important to teach your family members what to do in an emergency or other disastrous situation. You can talk to your family members in advance and prepare for each type of disaster. Following are some best protection tips: Design a Reliable Plan A plan for an emergency is always required because it is important for you to take care of yourself and your family members. You should share your plans with your family members and even neighbors. A backup plan should be there to help protect your children. The plan should contain your communication strategies, electricity backup, food and shelter, basic medications and water storage. A family disaster plan is important to create to deal with emergencies and potential hazards. Practice your plan with your family so that everyone can easily memorize what to do in a catastrophic situation. Learn about Local Emergency Warning System In a disaster, you should have access to local radio, television station, and newspapers. You need temporary shelters, mass departure routes, and other emergency procedures. You can get up-to-date information from media, and get access to different news channels with the help of backup electricity and other means. Plan Some Escape Routes In a disaster situation, you can talk about escape routes in the home for all

family members. You should know the fastest ways to go out of your house and avoid any kind of trap. Decide a particular place for your family members to meet after an emergency. Ask your children and family members to go to a particular place after getting separated in an emergency. Prepare a list containing emergency numbers and addresses and give this list to your family members, so that they can contact others in an emergency situation and have someplace to go should you get separated. Local Evacuation Routes There are various types of emergencies that may lead to you needing to evacuate your home and even town you live in. The amount of time that you will take to evacuate an area increases personal risk level. Ask your children and family members to save their lives immediately by evacuating. Discuss in advance where family members should go to meet later on if separated from the family. Design a Communication Plan for Your Family When a disaster strikes, your family may not be able to move together; therefore, you should plan everything in advance. Think about different communication systems, such as emergency phones and walkie-talkies. Give emergency numbers to your family members to talk to each other in different situations, such as if you are separated or your home is damaged. Learn the Ways to Shut Off Utilities In a disaster situation, it is important to shut off the utility services like water, natural gas, and electricity. You should learn the ways to shut off these utilities and know the location of utility valves. Recognize Local Shelters After a disaster, the first and foremost thing to do is to find shelter; therefore,

you should locate local shelters. Instruct your family to gather at a particular location for shelters. The government of your state may offer local shelters in schools and colleges. You can find out the emergency plans of school and workplace to ensure the safe evacuation of your children. Make a Plan for Animal Care The evacuation of animals is also important because, in a disaster situation people often cannot take their pets and livestock. Animals will not be able to survive on their own; therefore, you should ensure all animals have some form of identification. If you have the ability to evacuate your animals, arrange safe evacuation routes and set up places for animals to stay in advance. First Aid and Safety Skills It is significant for you to learn some first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation skills. It will help you to save the life of your family members in an emergency situation. You need an external defibrillator and an extinguisher to handle fires. You can take classes to learn first aid and safety skills. Collect a Disaster Supply Kit After a catastrophe, you may spend a few hours or even days outside without any help. In this situation, you can’t survive without an emergency preparedness supply kit. This kit should contain all the tools you might need to survive outside without utilities. This kit should contain, matches/lighters, basic first aid supplies, flashlights, extra batteries, and any medications you might require for survival. Protect Your Personal Belongings If you are not sure about the safety of your business and property, then it is

important to check your local building office and zone administration. You can ask about the ways to protect your house, business and properties from disasters. You can buy insurance plans, but make sure to check their coverage either they are providing insurance amount to you and your family for all possible disasters.

Protect Important Documents You should secure your important documents in advance, such as insurance policies, property documents, deeds and other papers. Keep them in a safe place and make a copy of these documents. It is important to protect your identity because you’ll need to rebuild your life after disaster. Select a reliable and safe location for the protection of your important documents and gears. Put Away some Currency In an emergency situation, you will require money to handle various emergency financial needs. You should have an emergency saving account to use this amount after a disaster. Keep your money in a safe place at home where you can get it quickly.

Chapter 9: Tips to Store Food for Later Use Being a successful prepper requires proper storage and you should prepare a storage room to handle your storage needs. You have to focus on light, pests, moisture, time and temperature because the food can be spoiled due to humidity and excessive sunlight. You can build a wooden shed or a temporary room to store your preserved food items. It will be good to install shelves in your room to get extra storage space. There are a few tips to preserve food items: Drying Drying is a great way to preserve fruits, herbs, vegetables, and meats. If you want to dry herbs, you can tie them together and hang in a sunny place. You have to dry moisture out of food to protect it for a longer period of time. This practice is used throughout the world, such as southern Italy, where it is famous to dry tomatoes and India which is famous for drying mangoes and chilies. If you want to dry herbs, you can hang them in a sunny place away from moisture. You can dry fruits and vegetables by placing them on a clean surface, but select a sunny place to keep them in the sun for a few weeks. This method works the best in warm and dry climates. The electric dehydrating machine is a modern method to dry fruits and vegetables. Salting Salting is a small category of the drying method. You can add salt to foods, such as fish and meat to extract moisture. This will reduce the bacterial content and make the food flexible for later use. Salt can make animal protein a bit leathery. Beef jerky and salted cod are famous food items prepared with preserved meat. Canning

If you want to can food, you have to heat the food. This technique is developed by a French Chemist in 1795. This method was used to preserve food for Napoleon’s army. It is a popular way to preserve fruits, meats, and vegetables. You can use both cans and glass jars to preserve food. It is important to sterilize these cans in boiling water along with lids for a few minutes. You can fill these cans and glass jars with jam, jelly or other content. Add brine or sugar syrup in the cans. After filling, you should secure the lid firmly, but don’t make it too tight. It is then time to place the jars in a pot with water, cover it and let it boil. You have to process if for almost ten minutes at a full boil and then pull the jars or cans out from the hot water and let it cool. They will seal like a vacuum as they cooled down. Cooking time will vary depending on what you’re canning. Pickling The main difference between canning and pickling that you will need salt and acid for pickling. You have to soak your produces in a brine prepared with salt. Pickle them for the desired amount of time and transfer them in a jar full of vinegar. At this point, you can get the advantage of pickling method to vacuum seal your can or jar. Pickling will not change the texture too much and the vegetables undergo a fermentation process. It can boost vitamins and levels of Vitamin B6. Freezing In the old days, people were in the habit of getting ice from the neighboring mountain to preserve food. Now, you have electrical freezers to preserve your foods. These freezers can change the texture of the most vegetables and fruits, but the fish and meat will not change their texture. In the summer, you can freeze your berries to make smoothies and bake cakes. It will be good to

freeze fruits and vegetables in batches. For instance, you can spread out fresh berries or other fruits on a baking tray and place it in the freezer. Once they become solid, you can put them in a bag. This will avoid clumps of your fruits, because clumps are difficult to separate without a thawing process. If you want to keep food fresh, you can prepare packages and freeze meats, soups, bread, fruits, casseroles, and cakes. You should freeze fresh food as quickly as possible to keep it at zero degrees. Packaging food in the freezer containers will avoid any deterioration. There is no need to open container in the freezer because the dry air of the freezer will deteriorate the food. There are a few things to avoid freezer burn: Reduce Exposure to Air: You should wrap the food tightly to avoid exposure to dry air. Avoid Fluctuating Temperature: It is essential to keep freezer closed as much as you can, and try to determine the name of things that you want to remove from freezer, before opening it. Don’t Overfill Freezer: Use caution to not over-fill the freezer because it will reduce the circulation of air and increase the speed of the damage. Fermentation Fermenting is fairly similar to canning, although you don’t have to seal up the food and allow the entry of good bacteria. You can use acidic brine because brine helps you to control the fermentation of your food by selecting anaerobic bacteria, kill potentially harmful molds and bacteria strains to conserve your produce against breakdown. Salt Curing and Brining It is an old method to preserve meat because the salt creates an inhospitable environment for bacteria and microorganism. You can rub the mixture of

sugar and salt on the pieces of fresh meat, pack it tightly into a crock and store it in a stable place and cool temperature. Brining will start the salt curing, but you can use additional brine solution that should be changed on a regular basis. Salt-curing requires you to soak meat in water for a long time to remove the excess salt and bring it to an edible level.

Chapter 10: Gathering the Supplies You Need to Survive Now that your home is secured, you need to begin to gather the supplies necessary to survive a disaster, whether it be a WROL/AHBL situation or a natural disaster. In this chapter, we will be listing all the supplies necessary for you to survive any type of disaster. Before we begin, it’s important to note that with a quick internet search, you can find hundreds of prepping supply lists scattered all over the Internet. The list that follows is not intended to be the most thorough or to be allencompassing. Its purpose is to give you a list of the most essential, critical items that will ensure that you’re able to survive any type of disaster. In addition, the list does not take extreme living conditions into consideration. However, it will still serve as a good starting point regardless of your dwelling’s location. Let’s get started.

Survival Necessities Water / H2O In a disaster scenario, drinkable water almost immediately becomes the most valuable commodity. Even more so than food because humans can survive longer without food than without water. 60% of the human body is made up of water and the cells that make up our organs need water to keep them working. Water lubricates our joints and keeps our body temperature in check through respiration and sweating. It also helps in eliminating bodily waste. Water is the universal solvent and is the main indicator that a particular location can support life. In addition to drinking, water is essential for other activities such as bathing, food preparation, and growing crops. It is extremely important that you stock up on water before a WROL/AHBL

situation. It will quickly become difficult to find clean, drinkable water in a disaster scenario. It is also recommended that you have some sort of water filtration system on hand that will allow you to convert non-drinkable water to drinkable. When choosing a water filtration system, choose one that is gravity fed because they offer the best price to performance ratio compared to other water filtration types. If you’re alone and portability is of utmost importance, there are some excellent camping water filters available that are small and light-weight enough for you to carry in your backpack or prepper pack.

Food The next commodity to begin stocking up on is food. Even though our bodies need water more than food, they still need the nutrients that are only found in food. Nutrient-rich food is necessary to keep our bodies functioning at maximum efficiency. There are four categories that you should consider when stocking up on food supplies. They are short-term, long-term, staples, and ultra-long-term food supplies. Food is considered “short-term” if it is perishable. Perishable food has a shelf-life of only 30 days or less so you should be sure to consume them before they expire. If you need to extend them past their expiration date, there are ways to preserve them and make them last longer than their designated shelf-life. One example would be sealing them in vacuum sealed jars or bags. It is recommended that you always have a 30-day supply of perishables on hand. The next food category is “long-term.” Food is categorized as long-term if it has an indefinite shelf life. The most common example of long-term food is canned food. Canned tuna, sardines, fruits, chicken, and beans are just some of the examples of canned food. Stock up on this category as much as you are

able. In a WROL/AHBL scenario, long-term food will make up the majority of your food stock. The next category is “staples.” Staples are additives that make food taste better or items that allow you to bake or cook better tasting food. Examples of staples would be salt, pepper, spices, baking soda, yeast, flour and sugar. If circumstances allow, stock up on these to expand your food supply. However, these items are not essential to your survival. Lastly, we have the “ultra-long-term” category. An example of ultra-longterm food is freeze dried goods. The benefits of this type of food are that it doesn’t go bad for years, is light-weight, and is easily transported. The downside is that it can be very expensive to buy. Stock up on this type of food if you have plenty of cash and have limited time to prepare.

Clothing Your next concern after food and water should be to protect your body against the elements. You should have clothes for both outdoor and indoor use. Clothes can be your last line of defense against the searing heat of summer or the chilling winds of winter. Wicking garments are ideal for the summer and hot climates. Thick garments that you can layer are ideal for winter and cooler climates. It is a good idea to always keep a number of heavy-duty socks and gloves available. In addition, make sure that you have a good pair of sturdy boots to keep your feet protected against rough terrain if you will be traveling.

Hygiene/First Aid Hygiene products are very nice to have on hand, but they are not essential. The bare essentials in this category would be something to wash your hands with after touching something dirty or something to scrub your body with when taking a bath. When stocking up on hygienic products think of whether

that item would help prevent you from getting sick as you go about your dayto-day activities. The obvious example of a hygienic item is soap. Soap helps you get rid of the dirt or germs on your body that, if left there, could cause sickness and disease. Another example is hand sanitizer, which helps keep your hands clean during and after you eat or drink. A good first aid kit is an essential part of your survival supplies. Accidents can occur anytime, anywhere. This is why having a first aid kit handy is extremely important. Small wounds can easily get infected and quickly turn into major injuries. Applying first aid to any injury or wound is a constant necessity. First aid is very often the determining factor in whether someone survives an injury or not.

Power/Lighting Now that you have food, water, clothing, hygienic, and first aid items, the next things that you need to consider are power sources and lighting. It is always best to have an alternative power source in the event the grid goes down. With an alternate power source, you will be able to provide power to the essential tools that you have in order to survive. Rechargeable batteries can also be extremely useful if the grid goes down. They can power many things like flashlights, radios, GPS devices, etc. If you will be relying on rechargeable batteries, make sure to buy solar-powered battery chargers. They are cheap, readily available, and very user-friendly. You might also consider keeping old car batteries around as an alternative power source. You can attach a 1000-watt power converter to a car battery and charge small mobile devices and even run small appliances in your home.

If you’re going to be in one place for an extended period of time, nothing beats a 3000W power generator as an alternative power source. To keep it running, you will need to stock up on gallons of fuel as well. There is no way to tell how long the grid will go down during a WROL/AHBL scenario so it’s a good idea to stock up on fuel whenever possible. Propane and propane lanterns are also good items to stock up on since they can provide outdoor lighting especially when working in poorly lit areas.

Tools You will want to keep a set of tools handy at all times. You will eventually need to do some repairs on your home and on your perimeter defenses. A good rule of thumb is to not buy specialized tools since they don’t offer the flexibility that basic tools do. Buy basic, multi-purpose tools as much as possible. Multi-purpose tools are extremely portable and will prevent you from having to bring multiple tools with you while doing repairs. Additionally, tools that can also serve as weapons can be very useful additions to your supply essentials. Examples of this type of tool would be an axe, hatchet, machete or a rip claw hammer.

Sanitation Items Keeping your living area clean is always important. Therefore, stocking up on sanitation items is a good idea. Trash bags, bleach, and isopropyl alcohol are good examples of items to have on hand for cleaning purposes. Unsanitary conditions can bring about sickness and disease. Keeping your surroundings clean even when the grid goes down is an essential component to survival.

Communications The ability to communicate with the outside world during a crisis or disaster scenario is crucial in mitigating or reducing the damage done to property and life. Essential communication devices include HAM radios and survivalgrade “walkie talkies” (two-way radios). Make sure your supplies contain extra rechargeable batteries for these devices.

Security Essentials While the ownership and usage of guns is a controversial topic in the world

today, during a WROL/AHBL scenario it is absolutely essential to your safely and survival. You must be able to protect your family, property, and supplies from looters, robbers, or other assailants. A gun is the fastest, safest way to accomplish this. A warning gunshot will go a long way in quickly communicating that you are not someone to mess with. Guns not only act as tools for defense, but they can also be used to hunt game. Guns and ammunition can be very expensive so it’s important that you do your homework before purchasing. It’s recommended that you have more than one gun on hand. Handguns or pistols like the 9mm are small, easy to use weapons that are ideal for defending yourself. Rifles are mainly for hunting small game like squirrels, turkeys, etc. but can also be very effective in self-defense. If you have prior firearms experience and want to take your arsenal to the next level, recommendations include a .45 ACP handgun; preferably the Colt 1911 or the 5.56mm M4 Carbine. Having the best guns in the world will be of no value to you if you don’t have the right ammunition. Stock up on the correct bullets for the guns that you have. Remember, a gun without bullets is just an expensive paperweight. After purchasing your firearms and ammunition through the proper channels, you should train and practice using them to ensure that you’re able to defend yourself safely and effectively.

Chapter 11: Life Saving Techniques The first category of treatment we will look at deals with the injuries and issues that could threaten a person’s life. As a first responder, these are likely the techniques you will use first and foremost with a seriously injured patient.

Clearing an Airway If your patient has vomited or their mouth and throat is blocked, they will be unable to breathe and will quickly become unconscious and then die. If your patient is unable to speak, appears panicked, has blue tinged skin or you can hear rasping and whistling as they breathe, gently lift the jaw forwards and upwards without moving the neck in case of injury. If there is no chance of a neck injury, place one hand under the person’s neck and the other on their forehead to gently tilt back the head, which will open the airway as much as possible. Now, sweep two fingers in the patient’s mouth to check for any objects obstructing the breath. If the person is choking on their own tongue, you will need to pull it forward and out of the mouth and, in extreme circumstances, you may need to use a safety pin through the tongue and cheek to keep it from falling back down over the throat. If an object is lodged in the throat and cannot be grasped properly with your fingers without the danger of forcing it further down, use tweezers to remove it. If you cannot do this, sit the victim up and use your open palm to hit them on the back up to four times firmly to dislodge the item.

Heimlich Maneuver If your victim is choking and you are unable to retrieve the object with tweezers or slapping the back, you can also attempt the Heimlich maneuver if

necessary. From behind the patient, clasp your hands around the upper abdomen, just below the ribs. Squeeze suddenly and very firmly then release. Do this two or three times to elicit a cough and ejection of the object in the throat. If this does not work, follow by slapping three to four times on the back and then repeat the Heimlich maneuver. If the patient cannot stand, sit astride their lower body and place your hands, one on top of the other, over the abdomen. Press down suddenly and firmly and then check the mouth to remove the object. If you are the person choking, it is possible to perform a Heimlich maneuver on yourself. Find a sturdy surface the height of your abdomen and throw yourself against it to produce the same reaction as your hands would on a patient.

Mouth to Mouth Resuscitation If your patient is not breathing, you will need to do this for them – a lack of oxygen to the brain for any more than a couple of minutes will cause irreversible brain damage. Tilt the head backwards to open the airway, check the mouth for obstructions and then pinch the nose closed with your fingers. Cover the patient’s mouth with your own (preferably while wearing a surgical mask for your own protection). Blow air into the person’s mouth until their chest rises – a full breath, which should take around two seconds. Remove your mouth from theirs to allow them to exhale, then repeat. Be sure not to force the air into the lungs too hard, particularly with small children and babies. Repeat this cycle until help arrives or the patient begins breathing on their own. If you are encountering any difficulty blowing air into the lungs, this generally means there is an obstruction you will need to remove.

In some circumstances, mouth to mouth resuscitation can cause the stomach to fill up with enough air that it becomes tense and hinders your efforts. If this occurs, turn the patient on their side and press on the abdomen. If this causes vomiting, clean out their mouth before continuing.

CPR If the patient has no heartbeat, you can pump the heart on their behalf. Kneel next to the patient’s chest and place your hands, one on top of the other, over the center of the patient’s breast bone. Interlock your fingers. The heel of your lower hand should be approximately the width of two fingers above the bottom edge of the patient’s breast bone. Line your shoulders up over your hands and keep your arms straight at the elbow. Keep your arms straight as you compress the breast bone around two inches and then release. You should be aiming for a speed that will provide around 100 compressions in one minute. Regularly check for a pulse and breathing; if none is found, continue your efforts. For an infant, use one hand to hold the child’s back and the other to perform compressions. Your compression depth should be shallower at around 1.5 inches.

Combining CPR and Mouth to Mouth In many cases, you will find that a patient without a heartbeat also is not breathing. In this scenario, perform 30 chest compressions and then administer two breaths using the mouth to mouth technique. Repeat this cycle until help arrives or the person begins breathing on their own. If you have a second helper, one person should administer the breath and the other administer the compressions to save switching time between the two techniques.

Treating Shock Shock is a common reaction to a serious injury and is a condition you should

keep a close eye out for as you treat that patient. If they do go into shock, it can be life threatening as the circulatory system is no longer providing sufficient oxygenated blood to the patient’s body. This, in turn, leads to oxygen deprivation across the body. Watch for changes to the patient’s skin: it will likely become clammy and pale. The patient may sweat and exhibit shallow, fast breathing as well as feel weak, dizzy and nauseated. Watch for sighing and yawning as well as feelings of thirst. Lay the patient down and raise their legs into an elevated position (unless they have a severe head injury or a spinal injury). Cover them with a warm blanket and continue to speak to them reassuringly. Administer oxygen at a rate of 10 liters every minute using a face mask.

Recovery Position Once you are satisfied that the patient has no neck or back injuries and that your patient is breathing and has no other injuries that could prove life threatening, it’s usually a good idea to move them into the recovery position. This position makes sure that their airway stays clear because any vomit or other fluids that congregate in the mouth and throat can escape thanks to simple gravity. With the patient laying on their back, kneel beside them and place the arm closest to you at a right angle to their body, with the hand pointing up towards their head. Tuck the other hand beside their cheek on the same side and bend the knee furthest from you up and over so that it is across the leg that is closest to you. Roll the patient towards you by pulling the knee. If they are correctly positioned, their face should be supported by one hand and the knee and bottom arm will prevent them from rolling any further.

Chapter 12: Immediate Signals and Vital Signs Never assume that you are seeing the full extent of the damage when you first encounter a patient. He or she may complain of nothing more serious than a bruised knee, but that doesn’t mean you are safe to assume that nothing else is wrong. After all, we’ve all heard the stories of internal bleeding that went unnoticed until it was too late and the broken ankle that was walked on for two days before anyone noticed. A first responder should always aim to make an assessment of the patient’s full body, from head down to toe. Assume the worst – a criminal might be innocent until proven guilty, but a first responder knows that an injury is guilty until proven innocent. Your primary indicator of a patient’s status will be their vital signs: heart beat, breathing and blood pressure. As you begin your assessment of the situation, these are the details you will want to focus on. Vital signs, of course, vary according to the patient’s age. In general, look for vital signs in these ranges: ● For a newborn baby, expect 30 to 50 breaths per minute, a pulse somewhere between 120 and 160 beats per minute and blood pressure of 60 to 80.

● For a baby aged six months to a year, expect 30 to 40 breaths per minute, a pulse somewhere between 110 and 140 beats per minute and blood pressure of 70 to 80.

● For a toddler aged two to four, expect 20 to 30 breaths per minute, a pulse somewhere between 100 and 110 beats per minute and blood pressure

of 80 to 95.

● For a child aged five to eight years, expect 14 to 20 breaths per minute, a pulse somewhere between 90 and 100 beats per minute and blood pressure of 90 to 100.

● For a child aged eight to 12 years, expect 12 to 20 breaths per minute, a pulse somewhere between 80 and 100 beats per minute and blood pressure of 100 to 110.

● For a teenager aged 12 to 18 years, expect 12 to 20 breaths per minute, a pulse somewhere between 60 and 90 beats per minute and blood pressure of 100 to 120.

● For an adult, expect 12 to 18 breaths per minute, a pulse somewhere between 55 and 90 beats per minute and blood pressure of 120. Your initial examination of a patient needs to check off all the likely indicators of a problem. As a general rule, you can follow these steps to thoroughly investigate the person’s health and status: Check for breathing. If your patient is not awake, place your ear near the nose and mouth to see if you can hear breath moving in and out. Watch their chest at the same time. Count the breaths according to the person’s vital signs. If the person is not breathing or is struggling to breathe, you will need to open the airway or breathe on their behalf. It is absolutely vital to steady the breathing first as your patient cannot go long without oxygen. If you hear noises such as a rattle in the breathing, there may be an obstruction in the

throat that will need to be removed. Check the pulse. Use the tip of your middle and index fingers to check for a pulse on the artery at the patient’s wrist. If you cannot find one, check the inside of the upper arm (brachial artery), groin (femoral artery) or neck (carotid artery). If you are unable to find a pulse, you will need to administer chest compressions immediately. Look for bleeding. Breathing and heartbeat should always be checked first for an unconscious patient, but a conscious one clearly has these functions to at least a good enough degree to be capable of speech. When dealing with a conscious patient, begin a dialogue with them as soon as possible to reassure them of your intentions and gather input from them. Meanwhile, look for bleeding. Any site of bleeding can be harmful, but heavy bleeding can be deadly very quickly. Examine the patient from head to toe to identify any areas of heavy bleeding. These must be addressed as soon as possible. Perform a full body evaluation. Move clothing as much as you are able without unnecessarily exposing the patient. Look for obvious abnormalities anywhere on the body that could indicate fractures, wounds and other issues. Check the patient’s mental status. If the patient is awake and speaking, you should ask questions such as name, profession, date and other facts to determine how lucid they are. Listen to the speech: if there is any abnormality, such as slurring, this could be a symptom of a problem such as hypothermia. Check the blood pressure. The average blood pressure of a person at rest is 140/90. Too low may indicate shock or that your patient is hemorrhaging. Feel the patient’s neck. Gently check the vertebra and look for tenderness and muscles in spasm. Also check the Adam’s apple for a sensation almost

like crunching. If you suspect any possibility of a neck injury, immobilize the neck as quickly as possible. Sudden movement can exacerbate the problem and pain can cause a patient to twitch or try to move. Check the spine. To look for back injuries, run your fingers down the spine, pressing gently to check for tender areas. Ask the patient to move their limbs and tell you if they have lost feeling in any areas. You can also pinch fingers and toes to check that the patient still has sensation. Any loss of feeling may indicate a back injury that will require the patient to be immobilized as securely as possible – and kept in one position unless necessary. Check for head injuries. Press the scalp gently to look for any areas where the skull or skin is raised or depressed and look for any bleeding or abrasions. Shine a light into the patient’s eyes to check that the pupils are of equal size and respond to the light by constricting. If the pupils are small, this could be a sign of a brain injury or an overdose, while uneven pupils can mean the eye itself is injured or can also indicate head injury. Meanwhile, check for breaks and other problems on the head, such as a broken nose, loose teeth or a swollen tongue. Look at the skin. Check for such indicators as sweat, an abnormal skin color, bruises, rashes, bites or burns. Feel the temperature to check for fever. Check for circulation by pressing down on a fingernail so that the skin goes white; if the circulation is normal, color will return within two seconds. Pinching the skin and seeing it remain loose may indicate dehydration. Check inside the eyelids for a pale color that can indicate there is internal bleeding or anemia. Check the patient’s chest. Feel the chest for tender areas or deformities and observe it to check that it is expanding and contracting fully and evenly with each breath the patient takes.

Inspect the abdomen. Again, check for any cuts and wounds and press to see if there is any tenderness. Check limbs and joints. Press each arm and leg as well as the chest, ribs and collarbone to look for tenderness and breaks. Take the patient’s temperature. Abnormalities in a person’s core temperature can be a strong indicator that all is not well with the patient’s body. Too low may indicate a condition such as hypothermia, while too high may indicate hyperthermia or fever. These steps will allow you to evaluate the patient and check for symptoms of specific problems – more on these later in the book. If the patient is well enough to move, ask them to come with you to shelter and observe them for hours or days, depending on the severity of the injuries, to check for any deterioration and administer follow up care. Whether or not you need to keep the patient from moving, it’s best to always assume that the situation will deteriorate with time. Make sure to repeat your examinations regularly to look for new signs and signals and check that the symptoms you have identified have not worsened or spread. Also, you should continue to check the mental situation of the patient, to ensure that he or she remains lucid. Again, assume that the situation is likely to deteriorate with time. Try not to leave the patient alone unless absolutely necessary – if you must leave to fetch supplies or tend to a second victim, be sure to leave a volunteer to watch over them.

Chapter 13: Dealing With Multiple Casualties The best case scenario for an emergency responder who must work alone to help a patient is that you will only need to deal with the needs of one person. Unfortunately, especially in a survival situation, that won’t always be the case. That’s where triage comes in: a time honored practice used by medical professionals when they are overwhelmed by the sheer numbers of injured or sick people they must help as quickly as possible. In this scenario, follow these guidelines: Assess for safety. Earthquakes often have aftershocks. Damage to a building can mean delayed falling of debris. A disaster could cause a fire to spark. Never assume that you are safe to run in and begin helping your patients – and always assume that they will ultimately be better off if you are safe and whole. Many people have trouble with this concept – it can feel plain wrong to put your own safety above that of the injured. Remember that you are these people’s sole hope for medical attention and putting yourself in danger is very much against their interests.

Assess the scene. How many patients are you dealing with? What type of injuries are you seeing and how severe are they? Is there anyone else at the scene who might be able to help you? Is there an area nearby that you could use to gather the injured together?

Ask for help. If you have any form of communication device, summon help as quickly as possible. If you need someone to bring medical supplies for you, specify what you will need. If there are uninjured people on scene, ask

for their help and ascertain how much medical training they have, which will dictate how they can assist you. Make it clear that you are in command of this situation – unless there is a more experienced medical professional nearby.

Set up your treatment area. Find the best possible place to bring patients together in one place after you have made sure they can safely be moved.

Perform a primary evaluation. Your first examination of each patient needs to be quick but thorough. At this moment, your goal is to determine which patients need your help first and which can be left a little longer without too much danger to their life. Check for breathing and heartbeat, check that the circulation is adequate and check the patient’s mental status. Check for extreme bleeding – this, and clearing any blockages to a patient’s airway, is the only actual treatment you should perform at this moment. Place your patients in priority order – if you are able to tag them, as medical professionals do in a triage situation, this can help you quickly move between patients later. Even a simple mark on their forehead with a pen can make things quicker for you as time moves on. * Red – Immediate help needed. This patient will not survive if aid is not administered immediately and is therefore your top priority. * Yellow – This person will need your help within the next couple of hours as their wounds could threaten their life if left untreated any longer, but they can safely wait for you to administer aid to your red tag patients. * Green – This patient has no life threatening wounds and will require only minimal treatment once you have been able to administer to the more

seriously injured. * Black – The hardest tag to apply, this means that the patient is either already dead or is not likely to survive.

Begin treatment. Start with your red tag patients and move as quickly as you can to treat the serious and life threatening injuries affecting them. Your goal in a triage situation is not to completely treat every single wound, but to quickly ensure that person will survive so that you can move on to helping the next. You will then come back to that patient later to complete your treatment. The more patients you have, the less time you have to work with. Ask your helpers to move your patients into the treatment area you identified earlier as soon as you are confident they can be moved without causing damage. If you do not have a stretcher available, insert two strong poles in the arms or legs of any strong piece of clothing to create a makeshift one. Show your helpers how to move the person onto the stretcher, by grasping the shoulders of their shirt or jacket, allowing their head to rest on the forearms and pulling gently without too much vertical movement or bending of the neck or spine. For less seriously injured patients, use a fireman’s lift: place the arms under the patient’s arms, put one foot firmly between their legs, grasp the right wrist with the left hand and place it over your right shoulder, place your right hand between the legs and around the right thigh and lift them with their torso over your back.

Chapter 14: Preparing Your Bug Out Bag Do you have time to go to the grocery store? In reality, your mind wouldn’t even go there. You’d be in survival mode like the rest of your family, and the reason you’ll have avoided being in panic mode is because of your preparedness. That’s why information such as this contained in this guide is very crucial. It helps you to accept that the possibility of disaster is real, and also equips you with the information and skills to prepare for it. This chapter will be dedicated to one of the most important aspects of wise prepping –getting your bug out bag ready. Incidentally, what is a bug out bag? You just need to consider why they call it a bug out bag in the first place. It is that bag that you require to have with you when you are bugging in somewhere. Bugging in..? Yes, it means hiding at that place to keep out of danger. And supposing you bugged in a location and then it dawned on you that the place was about to be endangered? Oops! You simply bug out. Now, the only common factor as you bug in and bug out is your bug out bag. So, a bug out bag is the bag that you carry with you every time you are trying to escape danger. It is the one that contains your essentials; those items that will keep you from hunger, help in first aid, and generally make your life have the semblance of normalcy for at least three good days.

How To Determine What To Include In Your Bug Out Bag Just remember your immediate focus needs to be on your life and not your property; otherwise you may lose both. You certainly wouldn’t want to be a case study to be quoted, of someone who lost his life only because his focus was on the much property he could salvage. It is no doubt it is painful to leave your animals and other valuables exposed, and it is for this reason you

need some tips to keep your focus where it needs to be.

Fundamentals of Preparing a Bug out Bag 1) Keep hydration in mind Remember that 72hrs is the length of time you can live without water, and so having clean water in your bug out bag should be the first priority. 2) Consider food that won’t go bad Do you need to factor in the element of balanced diet? No! You want to pack enough to make you live; not to make you feel like home. At the same time, you need to pack foods that will last days without going bad, and even if, for a bug out bag, we are looking at 72hrs and not 21 days like those spent by Mahatma Gandhi on hunger strike, preservation is still key. The idea is to sustain your energy so that even if there is need for you to leave the location to somewhere else, you will be able to move. And even if you are stuck in one place, you want to last long enough to be rescued alive. 3) Consider appropriate clothing Pack what you need in terms of weather and terrain, because if you carry inappropriate clothing, they will not only become a bother to you, but will also leave you unable to cater for basic needs. Think boots or tough leather where you are surrounded by rough terrain, and probably debris, and think light clothing if you are in a place where the weather is hot and humid. 4) Think of shelter Do you have a bunker somewhere in mind? Well, even if you did, it doesn’t mean you are going to get there in an hour or less. Yet weather elements might just be terrible–rain, wind, snow, name it. 5) Consider the issue of hygiene

Think of how to clean your hands before eating, how to dispose of waste and so on. You cannot afford to generate disease at such sensitive times, or otherwise you jeopardize your chances of survival. 6) Consider first aid might be required In fact, the issue of first aid needs to be top on the list of things to pack when it comes to prepping your bug out bag. Can you even tell for sure the route you are going to use to get to safety? Suppose you were to abandon your vehicle and walk through shrubs? Suppose someone in your company is bitten by an insect? And who says your tummy cannot go crazy on being fed canned food it probably hasn’t had for a long a long time? 7) Consider heating Who wants to risk catching pneumonia when you have other problems beyond your control? To keep colds and associated ailments at bay during your first very important 72hrs of emergency survival, you need to have some means of keeping warm, and also warming and cooking food. 8) Consider lighting Considering you may have to spend many nights in places with no electricity, you need cater for lighting–packing lanterns; battery torches; solar lighting; and so on. 9) Consider means of communication Satellite phone, prepaid phones, radios are all good ways to communicate when traditional channels fail. 10) Pack something protective Whereas you may not necessarily have, or even want, a gun, it may be a good idea to have something you can protect yourself or a member of your family

with. Maybe some whip made out of hide, a penknife, or something like that would do. The important thing is for you to pack something you can effectively use, and not something that you are so inept in using that an attacker can easily grab and use it against you. 11) Pack handy miscellaneous Can you think of items that you cannot equate directly to specific jobs, but which also come in handy when you want to do different things? How about something like a rope? Something like binding material? These are items that you can use on their own, or you can use to make other items work better. On the overall, therefore, to prepare your bug out bag optimally, you would be thinking about the normal necessities, plus the items you usually keep in your home emergency kit.

Chapter 15: Specific Items To Pack In Your BugOut-Bag You are limited when evacuation, so you would want to leave a location after, say, an earthquake, and not wait for more devastation from possible aftershocks. And even if no aftershocks followed, you may want to clear from the place in case normalcy is not restored fast and anarchy sets in. It is also important to note that your bug out bag is meant for yourself alone, and everyone else in your house or in your company needs their own bugout-bag. The following are the items you need to pack in your bug out bag, to remain there at all times: 1) Water For drinking water, you need to pack 3l–each liter for each day that is part of the initial 72hrs of disaster. You can then pack, probably in a different container, some hard water for other uses such as hand washing. 2) Collapsible bottle Whether you decide to carry drinking water in a separate container or together with water for other uses, using a collapsible bottle means it will be occupying very little space when empty. In addition, this bottle helps you to drink water in hygienic conditions due the convenience its spout provides. 3) Water purifier Just think something simple such as water filters. It is also advisable to pack iodine based tablets, having in mind that you may find yourself, at some point, relying on water from a well or another source you cannot exactly trust. These tablets are the ones you use to ensure that water is safe for consumption and other uses.

4) Cookware Pack the very basic. The following will suffice: Stove and the fuel to use with it–1 Metal cooking pots–2 You would use one of these to boil water, and the other one to make food Metal cup–1 Tin opener–1 Pot scrubber–1 In fact, it’s not such a big deal if you find yourself without a pot scrubber. You can always find natural scrubbing substitutes along the way. 5) Metal canteen Its use…? You can use this one to carry water, and also to boil water when necessary. 6) Backpacking bucket You can conveniently use this one to trap rain water from a roof, which you can then use for your basic needs. And it fits your bug-out-bag just fine. 7) Hygiene items These include: Hand sanitizer–1 bottle Tiny hand towel–1 Soap that is all-purpose–1 Toilet paper–2 rolls Wipes

Any other tiny hygiene item you deem very helpful 8) Lighting gadgets Think in terms of candles, an LED lamp, small LED keychain, 2 flashlights with batteries and water proof matches. You can also add a light glow stick, not just for the purpose of lighting, but to be able to draw rescuers’attention to your location. Something else great to pack are cotton balls. Carry the jelly to light them separately. You use these to make fire by soaking a ball in jelly and then lighting with a match. With these ones, you wouldn’t worry that you are in a moist or humid place. Foodstuff Clothing Tent or tarpaulin for shelter First aid kit Communication gadgets, such as phone and its batteries Other handy items like a fishing kit, dust mask, and such.

Chapter 16: Protect your family Small things add up. There are plenty of things you can do now that will protect your family from this or any illness. - Masks actually work more than the news would like you to believe. So why then does everyone seem to be saying we need to ditch the mask? Simple. There is a low supply of masks worldwide and they want to save the N-95 respirator masks for healthcare workers. As a matter of fact, by the time you read this, it may not matter whether or not you want to purchase an N-95 mask, they will likely already be sold out. What should you do? The best you can, of course. The truth is, they don’t want you to know is that ANY MASK will help curb this virus somewhat. If you have no masks, then I urge you to make some. WEARING ANY KIND OF MASK IS BETTER THAN NO MASK. -Don’t Panic. Trust your healthcare providers. The first thing you should do if someone’s symptoms become worrisome is to call 911. Don’t wait, just call. Stay calm and they will help you. It is also worth remembering that right now the data reflects that Covid-19 is less deadly than SARS-Cov or MERSCov. As a matter of fact, you currently have a greater chance of the flu making you critically ill than Covid-19. This information will be updated and was updated as of February 27th, 2020. -Clean your air! If you are sick with ANY kind of respiratory illness, it is incredibly important to keep your AIR CLEAN. Some experts believe that the virus got out of control in Wuhan because the people were constantly breathing infected air. You should open your windows several times a day to cleanse the air. Other things that clean the air from viruses are AIR

PURIFIERS and ESSENTIAL OIL DIFFUSERS. These will not completely eradicate a disease, but they will fight the virus on the battlefront, sending a blow to the COVID-19 population in your home. Use anti-viral essential oils like eucalyptus. -Clean your home! Again, do not give up on keeping your surroundings sanitary if someone is sick. NEVER give up. Use a bleach solution to mop your floors. Spray sanitizers like Lysol are great, too. You can also create an air sanitizer using water, alcohol, and essential oils. Stock up on bleach now, because there may be a run for it. Beach tablets and Streamline food-safe cleaning tablets are very convenient and affordable. Drop a tablet into the mop water and get those germs! - Do you have special health needs? Call your doctor and pick up all of your prescriptions from the pharmacy. Now is the time to make sure that you and your family are fully stocked on your medications. -Embrace Science. Be aware of any company trying to sell you bogus and unproven remedies such as supplements or homeopathic cures. Stay up to date on all of your vaccines. Follow common sense logic and learn more about the scientific method. Learn to read data. Listen to medical professionals above the government. -Spread good, scientifically-backed information. Make sure that you stay on the forefront of stomping out any dangerous or misleading information. Don’t let others make you doubt your face mask use. People don’t want to feel fear, so they will often use disinformation to make themselves feel safer. Just because THEY want to BELIEVE that there is nothing to worry about doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t trust your gut. -Do everything you can to boost your immune system. There is no reason for me to sugar coat this, because even if you don’t like to, now is the time to

take good care of yourself. Do you smoke? Cut back or stop. Do you drink alcohol? Please be aware that alcohol slows your immune response. Do you exercise? If not, start making time to get your heart rate up a few times a week. Live in a place where weed is recreational? You should know that THC has been shown to slow the immune response, too. Other science-based evidence has shown that certain foods make great immune boosters. Fresh fruit and vegetables, water, green tea, and olive oil all have studies linking their immune-boosting potentiality. -Listen to your doctor above all else. Western medicine practices are backed by data and therefore the only proven way to fight infections. Take your medication as prescribed. Get lots of rest and don’t ignore subtle symptoms.

Conclusion All of us have seen people turn manageable problems into full overblown disasters by lacking the calm and clarity to deal with an issue. However in a disaster situation where you are pressed to the very brink of survival, keeping your mind steady and focused is actually paramount to getting out of trouble alive. You simply can’t lose your cool – you won’t survive. There are no safety nets. Ask any highly skilled military trained soldier how important mental discipline, focus and tenacity is to survival. It can sometime s take precedence over physical skills. Therefore to master survival skills, you need to master yourself. Instead of taking the attitude that your emotions are wild, uncontrollable phenomena that cause you to act in irrational ways you need to discipline yourself to effectively manage your emotions. This isn’t the same as denying your feelings – when you are stressed, you are stressed. When you are angry, you are angry. Nonetheless, you can train yourself to act efficiently during anger or other unhelpful emotions and reach levels of inner focus that penetrate beyond your surface emotions. Ultimately, the first step to mastering your emotions is to embrace the perspective that maintaining a healthy state of mind is a skill you practice rather than the result of external factors. If you concede that external factors determine your state of mind than when the going gets rough, you will never succeed. You might as well give up now – you don’t have the grit to go on further. If you think that you are not a victim to your own emotions than you can start to practice emotional control. Recognize when you are feeling an unhelpful emotion and learn to soothe yourself by cultivating positive emotions and

constructive habits to counteract that emotion. If you practice this skill at every opportunity in which emotional discontent arises, eventually you will learn to deal with your emotions skillfully. In addition to developing emotional calm, a prepper needs to overcome their inherent biases that ‘everything will be alright’, often called a normalcy bias. Life in modern western society is, for most western people, rather comfortable. Although some of us are unfortunate and suffer from personal tragedies and physical accidents, most pass through the majority of our lives, at least as of yet, with few genuinely life-threatening hazards thrown our way. The fact that we have reached this current period of time relatively unscathed often makes us ignorant and ill-prepared for the future. People become complacent and arrogant, assuming that because few ill-fortunes have occurred in the past, few or none will occur in the future. If we do face life threatening challenges, most people fail because they never took the time in their comfortable lives to learn how to deal with difficult situations. They do not take an interest in their own fitness, which is essential to any survival situation. They do not learn to manage natural and industrial disasters, even if they are living in geographically susceptible areas. A prepper however, is different. A prepper looks to the future with an unbiased eye and recognizes the possibility of misfortune. A prepper stockpiles and trains to whatever degree necessary to ensure they can survive when disaster strikes – all because they have the gift of foresight. Never assume everything is going to be alright. Prepare! Self-Sufficiency Another key aspect of the prepare mindset is self-sufficiency. In everyday life, it is not always inherently bad to learn to ask for help and co-operate

with your peers – it entirely depends on the situation and the people involved. However, in a disaster situation the normal flow of life becomes extremely distorted. The people you are used to relying on – spouses, siblings, friends, parents, authorities and emergency services might all be distanced from you or endangered themselves. If you are alone in the wilderness, there is no guarantee that you will be able to contact anyone to help you. No police officer to protect you or no doctor to treat your wounds. You have to learn, whenever possible, to deal with your problems yourself. This doesn’t mean, however, that you must become an island onto yourself. Instead take the perspective that in everyday life, you try to fix your problems by yourself first. Stop relying on other people just because you are too lazy to find out the solution or because it is merely convenient. If you need help, get help. If you can feasibly and reasonably deal with a problem yourself, deal with that problem yourself, period. With that being said, a prepper also needs to develop strong interpersonal skills and a willingness to help other people. Following a disaster situation, the ideal scenario would be for the eventual re-establishment of society. If a disaster situation has occurred and you are in a position to help, do so. Don’t endanger yourself, but nor be cold and unhelpful. Furthermore, take an active interest in prepper societies and organization. If genuine widespread disaster occurs, and if the government cannot provide

assistance to its citizens, then these societies that have stockpiled resources, that have trained themselves to cope with hazards and maintained technologies that allow for disaster-survival will be one of the cornerstones of re-establishing society.

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