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…
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High Winds Knock Out Power to Tens of Thousands Across Connecticut; State Emergency Operations Center Activated
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A9 Closed in Both Directions After Two-Car Crash Sparks Vehicle Fires
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Flash Flood Warning: Pecos, Texas — Until 5:15 PM CDT Today
Video Guides
Top 10 YouTube Videos on Identifying Edible Wild Plants
Video Guides
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,…
Top 7 YouTube Videos on How to Signal for Rescue
Getting found is the whole point when things go wrong outdoors, and the best way to learn the options is to watch…
Top 10 YouTube Videos on Tying Essential Survival Knots
Knot-tying is one of those skills that’s far easier to learn by watching than by reading, and YouTube has no shortage of…
Top 10 YouTube Videos on Building a Debris Hut Shelter
We’ve rounded up the ten most-watched YouTube videos on building a debris hut shelter, ranked by actual view count at the time…
Top 10 YouTube Videos on Starting a Fire in Wet Weather
Getting a fire going when everything around you is soaked is one of the most requested survival skills on YouTube, and the…
Top 10 YouTube Videos on How to Purify Water in the Wild
Clean water is the first problem in almost any survival scenario, and YouTube has no shortage of people showing how they deal…
News
Hundreds of Flights Canceled at Boston Logan as Nor’easter Disrupts Travel
A large-scale flight disruption is being reported: "Hundreds of flights canceled at Boston Logan Airport as nor’easter disrupts travel". Mass cancellations or ground stops are usually caused by severe weather, a major technical outage, or a security/safety event.
High Winds Knock Out Power to Tens of Thousands Across Connecticut; State Emergency Operations Center Activated
A large-scale power outage is being reported: "Tens of thousands without power in CT as high winds hit; emergency operations center activated". Widespread outages can be caused by severe weather, grid failures, or - relevant to what this site tracks - a strong geomagnetic storm inducing damaging currents in transformers.
A9 Closed in Both Directions After Two-Car Crash Sparks Vehicle Fires
A major road closure is being reported: "Crash sparks fireball as two cars burst into flames with A9 closed in both directions". Large-scale closures are usually caused by severe weather (flooding, ice, wildfire), a structural failure, or a serious multi-vehicle incident.
Flash Flood Warning: Pecos, Texas — Until 5:15 PM CDT Today
Flash Flood Warning issued September 26 at 2:08PM CDT until September 26 at 5:15PM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX (National Weather Service, United States). Affected area: Pecos, TX.
Flood Warning Issued for 13 Counties Across New York, Iowa, Illinois, and Missouri
Flood Warning issued September 25 at 10:21PM EDT until September 26 at 8:15PM EDT by NWS Albany NY (National Weather Service, United States). Currently covers 13 areas: Dutchess, NY; Ulster, NY; Pike, IL; Marion, MO; Pike, MO; Calhoun, IL; Louisa, IA; Clinton, IA; Scott, IA; Lake, IL (+3 more areas).
Tropical Storm Warning Issued for Hawaii’s Big Island and Surrounding Waters
Tropical Storm Warning issued September 25 at 10:56PM HST by NWS Honolulu HI (National Weather Service, United States). Currently covers 12 areas: Big Island East; Kohala; Kona; Big Island Southeast; Big Island North; Big Island Summit; Big Island South; Big Island Interior; Alenuihaha Channel; Big Island Windward Waters (+2 more areas).
Flash Flood Emergency Declared for Socorro, New Mexico
Flash Flood Warning issued September 25 at 10:22PM MDT until September 26 at 1:15AM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM (National Weather Service, United States). Affected area: Socorro, NM.
Ground Stop Lifted After Storms Delay Flights at Denver International Airport
A large-scale flight disruption is being reported: "Ground stop lifted after storms delay flights at Denver International Airport". 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: 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.