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This map shows how much the National Weather Service expects temperatures to vary from normal on Friday, January 10. In a large swatch of the country, expect temperatures 20 to 40 degrees colder than the average for that date.

Snow and an Arctic Blast to Blanket U.S. in Early 2025

Expect temperatures to plummet as a polar vortex brings cold temperatures from the artic circle as far south as Florida. Make your preps now.
5 and 6-gallon pails of rice and beans

Thoughts on 2024 and Prepping Goals for 2025

Whatever 2025 holds in store, more food, more firewood, solar power, and plenty of fresh eggs will make it go easier for us. What are you planning for?
My son-in-law snapper this somewhat blurry image on his cell phone one night last week. Drones over his neighborhood, and they don't live anywhere near New York or New Jersey.

Should we be Worried about Drones over New Jersey?

There are no mystery drones over my rural area, but my daughter's suburban neighborhood has been buzzed. I told her not to worry, and neither should you.
Bumpy Road Ahead Sign

Hang on, it Could be a Bumpy Ride

The governments of Canada, Germany, and France are in the midst of collapsing. What does this mean and why should it matter to preppers?
Will solar power make you money? Is it worth installing solar power? That depends on whether you are talking survival or return on investment.

The Economics of Solar Power – Will it Make you Money?

Is it worth installing solar power? That depends on whether you are talking survival or return on investment. Its a big investment with low return... unless you are a prepper.
Fallout Shelter Sign

Nuclear War is Back in the News and on Preppers’ Minds

In a nuclear war, will our enemies target our ICBM silos, our large cities, our military bases and industrial hubs, or all of the above? And what does it matter to you?
After eluding police for five days, it turns out the New York assassin was lucky rather than clever.

An Assassin in Action

After eluding police for five days, it turns out the New York assassin was lucky rather than clever. He got caught because he failed to plan for what happened afterwards.
the mushroom cloud from a nuclear explosion. Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay .

Prepper Basics: How to Survive A Nuclear Attack or EMP

A quick recap of what to do to protect yourself in the seconds after an nuclear attack. Plus, Ttps on dealing with an EMP strike or other grid-down scenario.
The BRICS countries have seen their currencies weaken after Trump's election.

Dollar Strengthens Under Trump as BRICS Currencies Plummet

The Ruble lost 10 percent last week while the U.S. stock market continues to reach new highs. One reason is the perceived strength of the new president and his economic plan.
our wood stove.

Cold and Colder with More to Come

Snow and cold weather sweeps across the Unite States and not everyone is prepared. Plus updates on Hurricane Helene damage and FEMA claims.