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…
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Video Guides
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…
Top 10 YouTube Videos on Finding True North Without a Compass
Getting oriented without a compass is one of the most searched survival skills on YouTube, and the results range from thirty-second shorts…
News
M5.7 Earthquake Strikes South of Africa
A magnitude 5.7 earthquake struck south of Africa at a depth of about 10 km, reported by the USGS. Shaking would likely be felt in the surrounding region.
Flood Warning: 41 Areas Across Iowa, Minnesota, and Ohio Affected Through Monday
Flood Warning issued September 20 at 6:27AM CDT until September 22 at 1:00PM CDT by NWS La Crosse WI (National Weather Service, United States). Currently covers 41 areas: Houston, MN; Clayton, IA; Winneshiek, IA; Mower, MN; Jackson, IA; Johnson, IA; Louisa, IA; Washington, IA; Clermont, OH; Hamilton, OH (+31 more areas).
M6.4 Earthquake Strikes Near Kainantu, Papua New Guinea
A magnitude 6.4 earthquake struck 49 km NNE of Kainantu, Papua New Guinea at a depth of about 104 km, reported by the USGS. Earthquakes of this size can cause significant damage to vulnerable structures near the epicenter.
Widespread Power Outage Hits East Bay Towns
A large-scale power outage is being reported: "Widespread power outage affects East Bay towns". 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.
Flash Flood Warning: 17 Areas Across Ohio, West Virginia, and Iowa Until 7:45 AM EDT
Flash Flood Warning issued September 20 at 1:42AM EDT until September 20 at 7:45AM EDT by NWS Charleston WV (National Weather Service, United States). Currently covers 17 areas: Athens, OH; Meigs, OH; Washington, OH; Jackson, WV; Mason, WV; Wood, WV; Vinton, OH; Cedar, IA; Iowa, IA; Johnson, IA (+7 more areas).
Flood Warning Issued for 22 Areas Across Minnesota, Indiana, and Ohio
Flood Warning issued September 19 at 10:32AM CDT until September 19 at 5:00PM CDT by NWS La Crosse WI (National Weather Service, United States). Currently covers 22 areas: Fillmore, MN; Mower, MN; Olmsted, MN; Waseca, MN; Houston, MN; Adams, IN; Wells, IN; Allen, IN; Van Wert, OH; Auglaize, OH (+12 more areas).
Cuba Reports Another Nationwide Blackout Amid Fuel Shortages
A large-scale power outage is being reported: "Cuba faces another nationwide blackout amid US fuel blockade". 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.
Flash Flood Warning: Parts of Eastern Iowa and Northwest Illinois Until 10:15 AM CDT
Flash Flood Warning issued September 19 at 5:54AM CDT until September 19 at 10:15AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL (National Weather Service, United States). Currently covers 7 areas: Dubuque, IA; Jackson, IA; Jo Daviess, IL; Stephenson, IL; Clayton, IA; Fayette, IA; Guam, GU.
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
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.