Rainwater

Rainwater is a natural source of water that can be used for survival and sustainability when supplies are low if collected and filtered properly.

Rainwater is the natural precipitation that falls from the sky. Rain can cool the earth down, promote vegetation, refill depleted water sources, and when harvested can provide us humans with freshwater reserves in a SHTF scenario.

Rainwater Collection 101

June 28, 2022
Rainwater collection, or harvesting rainwater, is simply collecting the run-off rainwater from a structure to store for future use. This water can be used in a multitude of ways. When purified, rainwater can be used for various household activities; including drinking and cooking. Since rainwater is quite clean, deep purification isn't always necessary, especially when used for irrigation, gardening, or laundry.

Droughts 101

May 7, 2024
Droughts are a complex and far-reaching environmental phenomenon that can have devastating consequences for communities, ecosystems, and economies around the world.

Hazards of Hurricanes

July 11, 2022
Hurricanes are bad enough on their own. Unfortunately, they don’t come alone. There are several subsequent hazards that come along with them like: Storm Surges, Tornadoes, inland flooding, and more. Preparing for these hazards will make all the difference when you find yourself faced with a hurricane.

Mudslides: Planning and Being Prepared

March 6, 2024
Mudslides, also known as debris flows, are fast-moving mixtures of mud, rock, debris, and water that cascade down hillsides during heavy rainfall or seismic activity.

Rainwater Collection 101

June 28, 2022
Rainwater collection, or harvesting rainwater, is simply collecting the run-off rainwater from a structure to store for future use. This water can be used in a multitude of ways. When purified, rainwater can be used for various household activities; including drinking and cooking. Since rainwater is quite clean, deep purification isn't always necessary, especially when used for irrigation, gardening, or laundry.

Sandbags | A Lifesaver During Rainstorms and Floods

July 9, 2024
Among the arsenal of tools available for effective flood control measures, sandbags stand out as a simple yet effective solution for mitigating flood damage.

Survival Uses for Plastic Wrap

July 8, 2023
Knowledge and materials are essential for preparedness. Plastic wrap is a low-cost material that many people overlook for survival considerations. You've likely fought your fair share of battles with plastic wrap when ripping a piece out of the box or attempting to cover a bowl of leftovers, but its stickiness is one of its most valuable advantages for survival.

Surviving with No Running Water

May 28, 2024
Several occurrences can lead to water contamination or no running water. For instance, a blizzard could freeze pipes, an earthquake could burst pipes, or flooding can cause water reservoirs to be contaminated.

Water Collection

August 2, 2015
A practical guide to where water comes from when supply fails, covering rain, surface water, groundwater, and snow.