Top 10 YouTube Videos on Collecting Rainwater for Survival
Rainwater is one of the most accessible resources in a survival or off-grid situation, and YouTube is full of people showing exactly…
Live Monitoring — Survival Siren Command Center
News
Flash Flood Warning Issued for 8 Areas Across New Mexico and Arizona
News
A9 Closed in Both Directions After Road Traffic Collision
Flight Disruptions
Taiwan Shuts Down Ahead of Weakening Typhoon Champi — Hundreds of Flights Cancelled
News
Widespread Internet Blackout Reported in North Korea as State Websites Go Dark
Video Guides
Top 10 YouTube Videos on Using a Map and Compass Together
Finding solid map and compass instruction on YouTube means wading through a lot of mixed-quality content, so we’ve done the sorting for…
Top 10 YouTube Videos on Building a Long-Term Food Storage
Building a long-term food storage is one of the most common starting points in preparedness, and YouTube has no shortage of creators…
Top 10 YouTube Videos on Building a Lean-To Shelter
There are hundreds of shelter-building videos on YouTube, and quality varies wildly. This list cuts through the noise: we’ve ranked the ten…
Top 10 YouTube Videos on Starting a Fire with a Ferro Rod
If you want to learn how to use a ferro rod, YouTube has no shortage of instructors – but the quality varies…
Top 10 YouTube Videos on How to Tie a Bowline Knot
The bowline is one of the most recommended knots in survival, boating, and everyday rope work, and YouTube has no shortage of…
News
Flood Warning for 28 Areas Across Southern Colorado and Eastern Utah
Flood Warning issued October 22 at 10:07PM MDT until October 23 at 11:00AM MDT by NWS Pueblo CO (National Weather Service, United States). Currently covers 28 areas: Mineral, CO; Rio Grande, CO; Saguache, CO; La Plata, CO; Conejos, CO; Archuleta, CO; Hinsdale, CO; San Miguel, CO; Montezuma, CO; San Juan, UT (+18 more areas).
Flash Flood Warning Issued for 8 Areas Across New Mexico and Arizona
Flash Flood Warning issued October 22 at 8:42PM MDT until October 22 at 11:30PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM (National Weather Service, United States). Currently covers 8 areas: Cibola, NM; Yavapai, AZ; McKinley, NM; Sandoval, NM; Gila, AZ; Catron, NM; San Juan, NM; Coconino, AZ.
A9 Closed in Both Directions After Road Traffic Collision
A major road closure is being reported: "A9 closed in both directions due to road traffic collision". Large-scale closures are usually caused by severe weather (flooding, ice, wildfire), a structural failure, or a serious multi-vehicle incident.
Taiwan Shuts Down Ahead of Weakening Typhoon Champi — Hundreds of Flights Cancelled
A large-scale flight disruption is being reported: "Taiwan shuts down ahead of weakening Typhoon Champi, hundreds of flights cancelled". Mass cancellations or ground stops are usually caused by severe weather, a major technical outage, or a security/safety event.
Widespread Internet Blackout Reported in North Korea as State Websites Go Dark
A large-scale power outage is being reported: "North Korea hit by widespread internet blackout as state websites go dark". 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.
U.S. Raises Israel Travel Advisory to Level 3: Reconsider Travel
Israel has been raised to "Level 3: Reconsider Travel" by the U.S. State Department. Reconsider travelto Israel due to terrorism and unrest. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. As of August 26, 2026, family members may join U.S. government employees who work in Israel. U.S. government employee travel restrictions U.S. government employees working in Israel are restricted from the following locations due to safety risks: Areas north of Route 85 to Route 90 (south) to Route 87; Within 11.3 kilometers/7 miles of the Gaza Strip; and Within 2.4 kilometers This is the first change to Israel's travel advisory level we've tracked.
Global Stress Reports
Global Seismic Stress Report – October 13, 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 – 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.