Emergency Survival Articles

You're doing a routine check of your emergency food supply kit when you spot it: a can with a visible dent. Maybe it got knocked around during storage. Maybe it arrived that way from the store. Either way, you're standing there wondering whether it's still safe to eat...

When you hear a tornado warning, see news reports about a violent storm headed your way, or feel the first tremors of an earthquake, every second counts. You need to be able to move quickly into a well-equipped safe space. If you designate that space ahead of time and...

Emergencies can create injuries quickly. Whether you trip and fall during a blackout or step on broken glass after a storm, an already stressful day can turn into an urgent medical situation. The first few minutes after an injury accident matter. Keeping calm and...

Once the storm passes, the shaking stops, or the fire line moves on, you have to deal with what comes next. The dangers after a disaster can take many different forms. From broken glass to spoiled food, contaminated water to exposed nails, and growing mold to smoke...

Taking your family on a road trip means a whole heap of planning: packing the car, checking routes, making the trip itinerary, and preparing for the things you hope will never happen. You don't want a flat tire, but you travel with a spare. You hope that you sail...