Top 10 YouTube Videos on How to Survive a Bear Encounter
Bear encounters are one of those subjects where watching someone else deal with it first is time well spent. This list rounds…
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Video Guides
Top 10 YouTube Videos on How to Read a Topographic Map
Learning to read a topographic map is a lot easier when someone walks you through it on screen, and YouTube has no…
Top 10 YouTube Videos on Catching Fish Without a Rod
Catching fish without a rod is one of those skills that’s far easier to learn by watching than by reading. We’ve rounded…
Top 9 YouTube Videos on How to Treat a Wound in the Wild
Treating an injury miles from help is one of those skills you hope to never need but really don’t want to learn…
Top 10 YouTube Videos on How to Make a Survival Shelter in Snow
If you’re researching how to build a survival shelter in snow, YouTube is full of options – and they’re not all equal.…
Top 10 YouTube Videos on Identifying Edible Wild Plants
Knowing which wild plants are safe to eat is one of the most valuable skills a prepper or outdoorsman can build, and…
Top 10 YouTube Videos on Finding Water in the Desert
Finding water is the first problem the desert throws at you, and YouTube is full of people who have tried to solve…
Top 10 YouTube Videos on How to Navigate Using the Stars
Learning to find your way by the night sky is one of those skills that’s hard to get from a book alone,…
News
Flood Warning: 103 Areas Across Missouri and Kansas Under Alert
Flood Warning issued October 1 at 3:50PM CDT by NWS Kansas City/Pleasant Hill MO (National Weather Service, United States). Currently covers 103 areas: Carroll, MO; Chariton, MO; Saline, MO; Leavenworth, KS; Platte, MO; Doniphan, KS; Andrew, MO; Buchanan, MO; Jackson, MO; Lafayette, MO (+93 more areas).
Flash Flood Warning in Effect for 18 Kansas Areas Until 6:00 PM CDT
Flash Flood Warning issued October 1 at 2:57PM CDT until October 1 at 6:00PM CDT by NWS Dodge City KS (National Weather Service, United States). Currently covers 18 areas: Gray, KS; Haskell, KS; Meade, KS; Seward, KS; Geary, KS; Jackson, KS; Nemaha, KS; Pottawatomie, KS; Riley, KS; Ford, KS (+8 more areas).
Flash Flood Warning Issued for Ford, Kansas — Until 5:30 PM CDT
Flash Flood Warning issued October 1 at 2:32PM CDT until October 1 at 5:30PM CDT by NWS Dodge City KS (National Weather Service, United States). Affected area: Ford, KS.
U.S. Raises Burundi Travel Advisory to Level 3: Reconsider Travel
Burundi has been raised to "Level 3: Reconsider Travel" by the U.S. State Department. Reconsider travelto Burundi due to political violence, crime, and health. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. The possibility for political violence exists throughout Burundi. Police and military checkpoints are common and can limit movement. Police may search private homes for weapons. The borders may close without notice. Violent crimes like assault, carjacking, home invasion, grenade attacks, and armed robbery are possible. Criminals may target foreigners and resi This is the first change to Burundi's travel advisory level we've tracked.
Qatar Travel Advisory Raised to Level 3: Reconsider Travel
Qatar has been raised to "Level 3: Reconsider Travel" by the U.S. State Department. Reconsider travelto Qatar due to risk of armed conflict. U.S. government employee travel restrictions As of August 28, 2026, family members may join U.S. government employees who work in Qatar. Armed Conflict Following the onset of hostilities between the United States and Iran on February 28, 2026, there has been an ongoing threat of drone and missile attacks from Iran and significant disruptions to commercial flights. Aviation Safety The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a Noti This is the first change to Qatar's travel advisory level we've tracked.
A303 Closed in Both Directions After Two-Van Crash and Fuel Spillage
A major road closure is being reported: "A303 closed in both directions after two-van crash and fuel spillage". Large-scale closures are usually caused by severe weather (flooding, ice, wildfire), a structural failure, or a serious multi-vehicle incident.
Tropical Storm Warning Issued for Saipan and Tinian, Northern Mariana Islands
Tropical Storm Warning issued October 2 at 2:57AM ChST by NWS Tiyan GU (National Weather Service, United States). Currently covers 4 areas: Tinian Coastal Waters; Saipan Coastal Waters; Tinian; Saipan.
San Antonio Travelers May See Delays, Cancellations as Dallas Ground Stop Ripples Through Texas
A large-scale flight disruption is being reported: "San Antonio airport travelers could see delays, cancellations amid Dallas ground stop". Mass cancellations or ground stops are usually caused by severe weather, a major technical outage, or a security/safety event.
Global Stress Reports
Global Seismic Stress Report – September 28, 2026
Every two weeks, we compare earthquake activity in major fault zones worldwide against each zone’s own long-term average. A zone that’s normally…
Global Seismic Stress Report: Busy Pacific Edges, Quiet Mid-Ocean Faults
What We Found We looked at 200 earthquakes (magnitude 4.5 or bigger) recorded worldwide in the last 14 days, and compared activity…
Global Seismic Stress Report: Five Busy Zones, Six Quiet Ones
What We Found We looked at 200 earthquakes (magnitude 4.5 or bigger) recorded worldwide in the last 14 days, and compared activity…
Global Seismic Stress Report: Busy Week in the South Pacific, Quiet Elsewhere
What We Found We looked at 198 earthquakes (magnitude 4.5 or bigger) recorded worldwide in the last 14 days, and compared activity…
Global Seismic Stress Report: Southern Ocean Activity Rises While Six Segments Go Quiet
This fortnight’s Global Seismic Stress Report covers the last 14 days of earthquake activity measured against each segment’s own 3-year baseline. Across…
Earthquake
Earthquake Survival: Precautions, Kit & Early Warning in 2026
Drop, Cover, and Hold On remains the science-backed protocol during a quake, but 2026's real story is how early warning systems and Cascadia research are reshaping what preparedness actually means.
What NOT to Do During an Earthquake: Essential Tips
Earthquakes are unpredictable and can be incredibly destructive. Moreover, as our sun moves into itssolar maximum phase, the earthquake frequency is going to increase over the next few years. So, while it's crucial to know what actions to take during an earthquake, it's equally important to understand what not to do during an earthquake.
Communication
How to Make a Family Emergency Communication Plan When Mobile Networks Fail
Build a family communication plan for network outages, with written contacts, school collection arrangements, accessible meeting options and a worked example.
Emergency Communication: Staying Connected When Towers Go Down
During Hurricane Milton, over 12 percent of Florida's cell sites went dark. Here is how GMRS, ham radio, satellite messengers, and NOAA weather radio actually compare as backups when the towers fail.
How to survive a communication blackout
In our modern world, it's easy to take communication for granted. We have access to our phones, the internet, and other forms of communication at all times. But what happens when that access is suddenly taken away? Whether due to natural disasters, civil unrest or other unforeseen events, communication blackouts can happen at any time. So, how do you survive if you find yourself in the middle of a communication blackout?
Winter Survival
20 ways to stay warm during the polar vortex
A polar vortex storm is a severe weather condition that brings extremely low temperatures, high winds, and heavy snow. During such harsh weather, it’s important to stay warm to avoid hypothermia, frostbite, and other cold-related illnesses. Here are 20 ways to keep yourself warm during a polar vortex storm:
Survival Stories
Tsunami Survival: Warning Signs, Stories & Precautions
The ocean gives you a warning before a tsunami arrives, but only if you know what you are looking at. Real survivor accounts from 2004 and 2011 show why reading the signs matters more than waiting for a siren.
The 2018 Tham Luang Cave Rescue: A Remarkable Story of Survival and Resilience
In the annals of survival stories, the Tham Luang cave rescue stands as a testament to human tenacity, courage, and the power of teamwork. It unfolded in the summer of 2018, when a junior football team known as the Wild Boars embarked on an adventure that turned into a global rescue mission. Here’s a deeper look at their incredible survival story.