Disaster Survival

In early May of 2005, Captain Tom Tighe and first mate, Loch Reidy, of the sailboat Almeisan welcomed three new crew members, two men and a woman, for a five-day voyage from Connecticut to Bermuda. While Tighe and Reidy had made the journey countless times, the rest of the crew were paying passengers learning about offshore sailing—and looking for adventure. Four days into their voyage, they got adventure but nothing that they had expected or had any training to handle.

When disaster strikes, don't be left standing clueless. The Urban Survival Handbook is your comprehensive series of survival strategy tips and guides. When it comes to survival you'll need to protect not only yourself, but also property and loved ones around you. Preserving and replenishing is essential to getting out alive. Make sure you know exactly how to handle any disaster situation, otherwise the results may be fatal.

The city is your survival zone. Are you ready for anything? "The Art of Survival: Tactical Skills for Surviving City Emergencies" prepares you for the unique challenges of urban disasters. Imagine a sudden blackout, a flood inundating your neighborhood, or civil unrest disrupting essential services. This book provides the tactical knowledge to navigate these scenarios, covering: Short-Term Emergencies: Power outages, fires, and localized flooding. Learn how to secure your home, communicate with family, and access emergency resources. Long-Term Disruptions: Economic collapse, widespread ...

Be prepared, not scared. "The Art of Survival: Emergency Planning" is your comprehensive guide to creating a robust plan for any crisis. From natural disasters and home emergencies to economic downturns and global events, this book provides the essential framework for protecting yourself, your family, and your property. Learn how to: Assess your risks and identify potential threats. Develop a personalized emergency plan tailored to your needs. Create a communication plan to stay connected with loved ones. Build a comprehensive emergency kit and stockpile essential supplies. Secure your home...

In the near future, in the picturesque town of Burning Hollow, Tennessee, a century-old squabble between two families is brewing. For four generations, blood has spilled between the patriarchs, shifting the tides of power. But after each significant change, a new war begins. Will an EMP strike on a failed economy prove lethal to a besieged nation? Or will its citizens rally to protect their homesteads and safeguard their families?

Based on a true story: In the heart of Haiti, a massive earthquake transforms young Darlene’s world into ruins within seconds. Trapped beneath the debris of her collapsed school, Darlene faces a test of courage that few can imagine. "How We Survived: Buried under the Rubble" is a poignant tale of resilience and hope. This inspiring story follows Darlene as she clings to life and hope in the darkest of times. With every passing moment under the rubble, she draws upon a strength she never knew she had. As she fights against all odds, Darlene teaches us what it truly means to be a survivor ...

Welcome to the art of survival! Come Back Alive is Robert Young Pelton's indispensable and witty guide to avoiding nasty situations, whether on a business trip, an adventure vacation, or a weekend hike. In this book, the author of the classic travel annual The World's Most Dangerous Places, Robert Young Pelton--"Dangerman" (Toronto Globe & Mail); "tourist with an attitude" (Outsidemagazine); "the patron saint of adventure travelers" (ZineZone. com)--reveals the secrets that have kept him alive and laughing: in the desert: finding water where it ain't, dehydration and rehydration, copping a ...

Are you prepared for a disaster? Disasters often strike when you least expect them. However, you need to anticipate that anything can happen, so you must not be caught unaware. With the appropriate skills, you can deal with different issues that you may encounter in your life. Throughout this book, you will learn basic prepping for survival, like storing water and food during a disaster. While a disaster can be catastrophic, you need to create a balance in the things you will need. In most cases, emergency rescue agencies provide great help to the people affected. However, the much-needed ...

When an EMP collapses society…rabid packs of ex-convicts and gangs ravage an off-grid Texas……turning Houston into hunting grounds. Double-crossed and incarcerated for armed robbery, Alex longs for a second chance. And revenge. Then the EMP downs the Texas grid, providing Alex an opportunity. Despite the buildings aflame, bullets flying, and absolute barbaric conditions, Alex seizes the chance to track down the traitor who crossed him and find Wendy—his daughter.

On April 25, 2015, Jim Davidson was climbing Mount Everest when a 7.8 magnitude earthquake released avalanches all around him and his team, destroying their only escape route and trapping them at nearly 20,000 feet. It was the largest earthquake in Nepal in 81 years and killed about 8,900 people. That day also became the deadliest in the history of Everest, with 18 people losing their lives on the mountain.

If you've ever experienced a disaster, you know that relying on emergency services and infrastructure can be a gamble. But with the right resources and preparation, you can increase your chances of survival and stay self-sufficient for several days. That's where Bug Out Bags comes in - the ultimate guidebook for preparing and maintaining your own bug out bag. In the comprehensive guide, you'll follow a step-by-step process to create and customize your own bug out bag, including everything you need for survival - from the essentials of survival to the comfort items that help keep you sane ...

Worried about keeping your family safe in a disaster? Overwhelmed by the sheer amount of prepping advice out there? This book is your all-in-one solution, offering clear step-by-step guidance to ensure you’re ready for anything. The Prepper’s Survival Bible has got you covered: with food stockpiling, DIY home defense, essential first aid, and so much more.

Hey there, let’s get real for a second: survival isn’t just about gear. Sure, having the right tools is great, but if you don’t have the skills to back it up, all that fancy equipment won’t mean much. That’s where this book comes in. We’re not here to talk about the obvious stuff. You already know how to stockpile food or pitch a tent. This is about the underrated survival skills, the ones that don’t get nearly enough love but can save your bacon when things go sideways. Here’s the thing—most people don’t think about how to make bug repellent from plants or what to do ...

After a plane is forced to make an emergency landing in a remote area, the surviving crew and passengers must wait until a rescue team arrives. But they soon discover they are not alone in the wilderness, and the rescue team is not showing up anytime soon.

In the winter of 1959, a group of nine young and experienced hikers embarked on a journey into the Ural Mountains of Russia. Although they had previously undertaken cold-weather trips, this particular expedition would tragically be their last. During their trek, the hikers encountered something unexpected in the supposedly desolate region, resulting in the demise of the entire group. The exact events of that fateful night remain unknown, but the incident has since become one of the world's most perplexing mysteries.

In July 1973, Bob Tininenko, his wife Linda, and his brother in-law Jim Fisher set sail from Tacoma, Washington, on a 31-foot trimaran, down the West Coast to Costa Rica. The journey was expected to take a matter of weeks, but 10 days into the cruise, the party encountered a freak storm off the coast of Northern California. When gale-force winds and 50-foot waves capsized their boat, the voyage became a nightmare. For 72 days, the trio was lost at sea. Challenged by nature and compromised by a bitter rivalry, their courage and will to live was put to the ultimate test.

This edition of The Christian Prepper's Handbook contains a new cover design and over 100 pages of new and updated information. See my other books which include Sheltering-In-Place, The Prepper's Handbook - Second Edition, and The Prepper's Survival Guide – An Introduction to Prepping and a Guide to Fire. Significant Life Altering Event (SLAE). Stuff Hits The Fan (SHTF). The End Of The World As We Know It (TEOTWAWKI). Without Rule Of Law (WROL). This is what Christian Preppers prepare for. Bug-out Vehicle (BOV), Bug-out Bag (BOB), and Bug-out Location (BOL). This is the language of the ...

A regular family. A blackout. Silence. Growling. Silence... When their relaxing family vacation is interrupted by a blackout, Andrei and Lili hope it is just a blip and power will soon be restored. But they, their seven-year-old son and Lili’s parents soon realize that the blackout was just the beginning. Every decision, every move, could mean a terrible death as the family is hunted by growling creatures and packs of feral dogs. Are Andrei and his family the only ones left alive? Why do they seem to be immune? What makes these abominations tick? Can the family escape the nightmare? ...

The Lockwood brothers are supposed to be able to survive anything. Their dad, a hardcore believer in self-reliance, has stockpiled enough food and water at their isolated Nevada home to last for months. But when they are robbed of all their supplies during a massive blackout while their dad is out of town, John and Stew must walk 96 miles in the stark desert sun to get help. Along the way, they’re forced to question their dad’s insistence on self-reliance and ask just what it is that we owe to our neighbors, our kin, and to ourselves.

Let me start with something that might surprise you. The first time I faced a real emergency, I had everything I needed…gear-wise. Batteries, flashlights, backup food, water, even a hand-crank radio. I’d checked all the boxes. I felt ready. Then the power went out in the middle of the night during a nasty ice storm, the temperature inside started dropping fast, my youngest kid started crying, and my brain just… glitched. I couldn’t think straight. I couldn’t remember where I’d put the emergency lantern. I actually walked past it twice while holding my phone flashlight like a ...