Top 10 YouTube Videos on Building a Long-Term Bushcraft Camp
We’ve rounded up the ten most-watched YouTube videos on building a long-term bushcraft camp, ranked by actual view count at the time…
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Earthquake Alerts
Magnitude 6.6 Earthquake Strikes Near Río Grande, Panama
Earthquake Alerts
Magnitude 7.6 Earthquake Strikes Near Pitaloza Arriba, Panama
News
Hurricane Warning Issued for Florida Panhandle — 46 Areas Under Alert
News
Tropical Storm Warning Issued for 105 Areas Across Central and West Alabama
Video Guides
Top 8 YouTube Videos on Finding Your Way Out of the Woods
Getting turned around in the woods is one of the oldest outdoor fears there is, and YouTube has no shortage of videos…
Top 10 YouTube Videos on Making Cordage from Plants
If you want to learn how to turn plant fibers into usable cordage, YouTube has no shortage of demonstrations – but quality…
Top 10 YouTube Videos on Staying Warm in Wet Conditions
Staying warm when everything around you is soaked is one of the most-searched survival topics on YouTube, and the platform’s biggest outdoor…
Top 10 YouTube Videos on How to Cross a River Safely
Crossing a river wrong is one of the fastest ways a backcountry trip turns into an emergency, and it’s a skill best…
Top 10 YouTube Videos on How to Forage for Winter Food
Foraging doesn’t stop when the weather turns cold, and YouTube has no shortage of creators showing what can still be gathered in…
News
Flash Flood Warning for Franklin, Liberty, and Wakulla Counties, Florida
Flash Flood Warning issued October 9 at 4:34PM EDT until October 9 at 10:30PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL (National Weather Service, United States). Currently covers 3 areas: Franklin, FL; Liberty, FL; Wakulla, FL.
Magnitude 6.6 Earthquake Strikes Near Río Grande, Panama
A magnitude 6.6 earthquake struck 14 km W of Río Grande, Panama at a depth of about 10 km, reported by the USGS. Earthquakes of this size can cause significant damage to vulnerable structures near the epicenter. This is at least the 13th magnitude 5.0+ earthquake recorded within roughly 300 km of this location in the past year (12 others in that window). The nearest major population center is Panama City, Panama, roughly 256 km away (population ~1.7 million).
Magnitude 7.6 Earthquake Strikes Near Pitaloza Arriba, Panama
A magnitude 7.6 earthquake struck 10 km WSW of Pitaloza Arriba, Panama at a depth of about 10 km, reported by the USGS. Earthquakes of this size can cause major damage near the epicenter and, if under the ocean, may generate a tsunami. This is at least the 5th magnitude 5.0+ earthquake recorded within roughly 300 km of this location in the past year (4 others in that window). The nearest major population center is Panama City, Panama, roughly 205 km away (population ~1.7 million).
Hurricane Warning Issued for Florida Panhandle — 46 Areas Under Alert
Hurricane Warning issued October 9 at 11:07AM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL (National Weather Service, United States). Currently covers 46 areas: St. Andrews Bay Waterways; Coastal waters from Okaloosa-Walton County Line to Mexico Beach out 20 NM; Waters from Okaloosa-Walton County Line to Mexico Beach from 20 to 60 NM; Waters from Mexico Beach to Apalachicola FL from 20 to 60 NM; Coffee; North Walton; Coastal Bay; Central Walton; Inland Bay; South Walton (+36 more areas).
Tropical Storm Warning Issued for 105 Areas Across Central and West Alabama
Tropical Storm Warning issued October 9 at 10:17AM CDT by NWS Birmingham AL (National Weather Service, United States). Currently covers 105 areas: Walker; Talladega; Hale; Chilton; Fayette; Pickens; Shelby; Winston; Bibb; Jefferson (+95 more areas).
A19 Closed in Both Directions Near Northallerton Amid Police Incident
A major road closure is being reported: "A19 closed in both directions amid reports of 'naked man' near Northallerton". Large-scale closures are usually caused by severe weather (flooding, ice, wildfire), a structural failure, or a serious multi-vehicle incident.
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.
Product Guides
Tactical Flashlights: What the Best-Selling Lights on Amazon Actually Deliver
We checked five bestselling tactical flashlights against physics, manufacturer specs, and owner reports. One brand's own listing contradicts itself by 10x.