How to Survive in an Apartment after SHTF

[@CityPrepping]

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[@AlpinePreparedness]

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[@crystal7217]

Question- I have one child moving away to college soon. Can you do a college preparedness/ college safety video? I’m wondering if you would think of anything I haven’t. Thank you

[@AlpinePreparedness]

@@crystal7217 that is such a great idea

[@crystal7217]

@@AlpinePreparedness thank you.

[@DualHelix]

Also be very careful about where and how you dispose of garbage. Piles of steadily growing garbage with food wrappers etc are a signal that you have food and supplies.

[@HansDunkelberg1]

That's a very good point. Especially when dirty, food receptacles also will attract vermin. So you should have an opportunity of washing them inconspicuously.

[@patriciatinkey2677]

Need to pre-plan for the disposal.

[@hollybland9928]

That’s using your noodle ! Great suggestion !

[@patriciatinkey2677]

I have an a hill in the yard. I put my empty pet food cans on it, & the ants clean them in 1 day. The ants stay home instead of trying to come in my home! That eliminates any smell, & nothing needed but to drop in recycling now. Shtf- hide or bury!

[@patriciatinkey2677]

Was supposed to say ANT hill!

[@KCSmith1]

Thank you for mentioning us city apartment dwellers in a positive light. Most channels tell me I'm doomed .

[@frostyfrances4700]

Best to avoid hyper-preppers who like to stoke terror in order to sell you more stuff they just happen to have in stock .... A pox on their house.

[@terfybrown9349]

My apartment is 850 Sq ft. I have over 200 gal of water and enough food for the three of us for over a yr and it is all hidden. Get creative, use every inch. I have 15gal water barrels as nightstands and end tables. Food hidden on bookshelves behind books and dvds. Deep art on the walls has boxes of mac n cheese and rice a roni inside them. Our beds sit atop 5gal buckets of food with a bed skirt to hide them. Every pot in the cabinet is full of bags of beans. My van is loaded and ready to go. We have fire escape ladders and ready grab and go bags in each room. Over the door shoe holders on the back of each door are filled with goods, hygiene supplies and meds. Shoes in the closet each have a small bag of grains in them. Canned foods in each drawer and nook. Stacks of cases of canned goods covered with cloth make good tables. Fill your empty suitcases, stuff it under your couch, use shelves in your cabinets. I'm a single mother in college. If I can do this, you can do this too! If it is important to you, you will find a way. If not, you will find an excuse.

[@terfalicious]

Terves will overcome! Resist & Persist!

[@TheWtfnonamez]

As a former urban apartment dweller, I can say honestly that this is a brilliant and thorough assessment. I particularly like the idea of providing an anonymous local wifi hotspot. After living in a city apartment for a few years I adopted a few practises: I am overly prepared on fire prevention. I have a fire extinguisher for each room, plus an automatic fire extinguisher ball in my store room. If my neighbour has a fire during grid down, I want a fair chance of being able to put it out and still have kit left over. In apartments, your neighbours fire will quickly become your fire. Having a plan for that might secure your own location. I always have a few rolls of car body vinyl wrap in black and white. Its a great way to mask windows, but it has huge thermal qualities. White reflects light, and black absorbs it. Just one square metre of black wrap placed on an East facing window, will heat the room by a few degrees on a clear day, even during winter. Similarly, the white wrap will reflect light and heat. I have cheap Amazon door braces for both the front door and my bedroom door. (bars that snug up under the handle and prop against the floor) They turn relatively unsafe doors into a 3-5 minute exercise in door breaching. They are not perfect, but it means people have to use a lot of energy, and cause a lot of noise, and they buy you a few minutes. Excellent video as always.

[@collinE83]

I never liked associating with my apartment neighbors, partly because I don’t like some of them, but also because i’m anti-social. Still, after hearing you talk about needing a MAG or at least realizing I need a community to survive an emergency scenario, I have started saying hi or good morning to my neighbors when I see them. Even interacting with the neighbor kids has led to me having more friendly interactions with the parents. Hopefully that leads to more prepper conversations or discussions about how to help look out for each other if there’s any threatening activity.

[@Bluepeacocks88]

My husband made friends with someone who has parking spot beside us and on our floor. The management is on site as well. I made friends with lady on other floor and make point of always greeting.

[@lindas9806]

I feel the same way. Although I'm not in an apartment community I am a little introverted so as I walk my dogs I've made an effort to notice who has what flags in their yard and to say hi to neighbors.

[@twashington9983]

Good stuff! The truth is, these days people act like other people don't exist, especially in an apartment setting. However, in the wake of a disaster, EVERYONE will be forced to get to know EVERYONE due to the need for a sense of community!!

[@barbaravyse660]

@@twashington9983 true. After Hurricane Andrew, no one had power so neighbors were sharing what they had and looking out for one another. It was really scary seeing the national guard roll into our neighborhood and making sure everyone was accounted for. They also set up checkpoints at night during curfew time.

[@patriciatinkey2677]

@@barbaravyse660 I'm in South Florida & I remember. Please God, not worse than Andrew...but it could be if multiple places have disasters at once & the Guard must go elsewhere. Remember the sign someone painted on their wall? "Armed PMS & Out of booze & chocolate"

[@christopherpeterson1400]

Your continued reminder of water per person , per day ... is one of your most powerful reminders continually needed. Thank you. Keep up the repeating of this issue.

[@pa_mountaingirl]

Something I recommend is for people to know various ways of navigating through their city. When I lived in New York I got to know the various subway stations and connecting tunnels that I could use to get around the city by foot. No, I was not a part of the mole people, I just hated really cold winters. I could get from Chinatown to Midtown with hardly ever having to go up on the street. Get some actual paper maps of the city. Since most cities are laid out like grids you can kind of figure out how to get from point A to point B even if you don’t have a compass.

[@lpsny4767]

Where do you recommend getting one?

[@pa_mountaingirl]

@@lpsny4767 depends where you live. Some tourist kiosks have them, Rand McNally publishes road maps, you can also find topographical maps online. Also checking with your local library system would be a good idea. They sometimes have historical documents that might show long forgotten roads and alleyways. I’m sure that they were dozens of other places to find them out as well. Even Google Maps is good.

[@debbY100]

That’s impressive! I never even considered using the tunnels to get around. Would you actually ride the subway or just walk?

[@patriciatinkey2677]

So right in any city. Known hot spots to avoid & marked on map are vital.

[@HansDunkelberg1]

@@debbY100 She certainly does not mean the tunnels with the rails. These can be dangerous already because the current for the trains is conducted though cables on the ground. By "subway stations and connecting tunnels", she certainly means the tunnels which are ordinarily opened for passengers to walk through. Such tunnels for pedestrians in bigger cities often become hundreds of meters long.

[@robertdennis3404]

I really appreciate your level headed approach to things.

[@MatthewSmith-pv6gd]

I love how you always emphasize how a community can be a major asset. All too often in the prepping community it seems the idea is that ALL outside of your own home are automatically and universally a threat, which they can be, but they can also be a huge source of support and help.

[@graveseeker]

If they aren't part of your community they must be looked on as a threat and treated as such until they prove themselves. It will be a very different lifestyle.

[@dbrennan1523]

Coming from the military I understand the creation of loyalty, and bonding. Shared trauma is a great one. If you think walking up to this group they will automatically protect you and support you would be a mistake. You need to quickly show your usefulness, and share in the trauma without complaint. You then join the group. This provides safety. I can rely on your through the trauma, you can rely on me. This makes a tough tight knit group regardless of sex, race, or whatever. But you can just have a bar-b-que and expect all your neighbors to join then it's singing songs and everything is great. Cause one of those neighbors saw you had all that food and propane to cook it and they are hungry. They are going to kill you, say thank you, maybe rape your wife and daughter for fun. And assume the life you were living . No you need to bond outside of oh we just both live here. You need to kill people together defending your homestead. You need to protect his family when he's not there. That will interlock those bonds of I have his back and will brutalize anyone that comes against him. You dodo the same for him and bam you have a community that is safe and only the stupid or mentally ill would mess with. Either way, they won't make it. Because you created a hardened group of individuals with shared hardships willing to do bad things in order to protect those they care about in their small communities.

[@dudenamedbrent7953]

HIGH LEVEL RECOMMENDATION : If in an apartment get a storage garage if possible. You can keep some preps there in old boxes (hidden under an old thrift store couch or old mattresses). Worse case you must leave the apartment this can be a rally point for family and friends. Also, it may be possible to stay here if the apartment situation crashes quickly. Sleeping on that old couch or mattress is much better than under a bridge with people who are more desperate.

[@Mediumdoo]

Funny you say that because my discussions are those are first to get hit (unless it’s well hidden)

[@dudenamedbrent7953]

@@Mediumdoo I would think people would be looting and looking for resources quickly. Sell / trade able goods. I doubt people are going to sit down a search through an old box labeled Christmas ornaments or grandma’s scrapbooks. Also, if you were very creative you could have clear plastic bins with old clothes on the outside and preps hidden inside. Just make it look like junk.

[@tennesseeterri]

I love that idea. you could also Mark the boxes school books or stuffed animals, because nobody would steal any of that stuff. also keep extra clothing and other items there because if anything ever happened to your house like a fire, you would still have some of the things you needed.

[@barbaravyse660]

I had two onsite storage units in my last apartment. They didn’t have any windows so they would make an ideal place to ride out the emergency.

[@sesamefrederick6618]

INDEED, I AGREE WITH YOU AS I HAVE DONE THIS SEVERAL YEARS AGO. Do not keep all of your preps in YOUR APARTMENT. I have learned to NOT do this, and put some preps in a storage, insured facility, because if there is a fire, flood, tornado, weather disaster -- my stuff would NOT be destroyed. Having another place across town will provide a person to FLEE if needed -- when the apartment is NO longer a place to stay. Folks just do not think to do this, but I did. Preps can be damaged or destroyed in an apartment fire, flood, tornado/hurricane, etc. I am NOT SO THANKFUL TO HAVE MY STORAGE garage across town, easy accessible, and insured.

[@lilmissstayready8291]

I dedicated a whole closet to food storage and it’s stacked to the ceiling!!! Mind you, I live in a studio!!! Where there is a will there is a way!!! 🤟🏾

[@the_averagechick]

Studio!! Same!!!:)

[@janetlynne8712]

I live in a mobile home park I sure would like to see a video where a SENIOR mobile home park is taken under consideration. We have a lot of veterans and retired medical people that maybe worked as nurses aids ECT... I have decided to take a leadership role because I'm only 63 instead of 80 a nd above. I think we should form a group now rather than later.

[@jone5799]

I’d like to see videos on this too I’m not a senior but I do live in a manufacture home park and have no clue what to do or even if we would have a chance

[@joyparsons6304]

We are in the same situation. I totally agree with you.

[@TUKByV]

@@jone5799 at least you have a little space outside to gather water and grow food, unlike many apartment dwellers.

[@9mmshort254]

Sitting ducks

[@datheamore6395]

I would think that seniors with life experience would be an asset to most communities at large. They often have skills that younger people wouldn't know how to do. They have years of experience in communication and aren't afraid to speak their mind or offer suggestions, and at least a good chunk of the ones with military experience don't play around with threats. Before SHTF seniors have the benefit of discounts for building their preps. Defense of the area would probably be weaker in a senior community unless everyone had sufficient defense training and could carry a gun and had cognizant judgment as to how to fix it. The other issue is health needs. Those dependent on pharmaceutical medicine could become a liability over time depending on how long a SHTF moment would last. What would make the most sense would be to talk with your neighbors now and provide helpful suggestions for preparing while you still can. Build a neighborhood watch and have monthly meetings. Treat them as fun community gatherings where it is a potluck and discuss different topics regarding prepping and set goals for the next gathering. If some of your fellow neighbors have challenges or objections, consider brainstorming how you can help one another. Honestly, I think a senior community could have a good chance so long as they are well defended, use their location as a go to place for younger family members so long as they bring something valuable to survival, and have plans in place that everyone is on the same page about.

[@elduderino4305]

Thank you! It seems like most KZbin preppers assume we all have land, an arsenal, and huge sums of money.

[@sesamefrederick6618]

yes, well stated. Everyone DOES NOT HAVE LAND TO DEVELOP, AND MANY DO NOT HAVE $$$$$$$ TO LIVE IN THE RURAL AREAS, with criminals & bad dogs, squatters, weirdos, no law enforcement, religious cults, runaway teenagers, and foreigners.. There is a lot to consider in relocating to rural America to consider.

[@elduderino4305]

@@sesamefrederick6618 What? I may have misread your reply?

[@elduderino4305]

@@sesamefrederick6618 I'm just curious, where are you from?

[@deboraharnold3964]

I recently moved cross country into an apartment where I was previously in a house and I had two separate storage units for preps. As always in the city, situational awareness and grey man approach should work. My advantage is looking middle aged female, uninteresting and unable. My new plan includes bullies breaking into my apartment so I turned my second bedroom into a "crafting room" where it looks like I horde crafts. My preps are hidden in plain sight. And now I have additional materials to barter with for people who actually do knit and sew if those things become unavailable.

[@Kelly-oe8kr]

Going grey man works for some but as a 40+ woman you are virtually invisible!

[@thelouisianafreepatriot5179]

On your commitment on windows. Duct taping them up giving you away. You cam also use clear contact paper. Or clear boxing tape. The clear boxing tape holds extremely well and it also allows you to see out the window. If you have a battery backup you can set up a small camera looking out the window as well so you can be aware of situations outside without having to take the chance of making yourself visible

[@patimastbrook5278]

In my 55 plus park we now have regular security meetings within our community and are learning various protection methods and are bonding together to help the elderly that can’t help them selves as well as they wish they could… Our Prayers and knowledge of what’s ahead and planning are so important ❤️thank you for the tips ❤️‼️

[@dudewhathappenedtomycountr9099]

To secure glass patio doors, prop up and secure a metal bed frame to the inside. I'm talking about the frames made entirely of metal bars, readily available from any mattress store. Very visible and a solid deterrent. You'll need to buy the metal clamps (small, very affordable) from the hardware store) before shtf to secure the frame pieces to the patio door frame. This method will also work to secure rectangular windows. Just be sure to have a plan for escaping in the event of a fire.

[@tinsoldier5621]

It would also tell people that you have something to protect and that they want it. JMHO

[@michaelallsup1]

Still easier to just break the glass and go in anyway.

[@ArcadeFires]

I've lived in apartments that had super thin walls. I'm sure you could easily break right through to the next unit, and even from the hallway wall.

[@tinsoldier5621]

@@ArcadeFires they are weak and easily breached.

[@tinsoldier5621]

@@michaelallsup1 yes but that makes noise. And slippery footing as they entry and cut hazards. Patios on higher floors are harder to reach so less of a breach hazard. Best is not to just armor or tape in my opinion. Follow the gray man method and blend in. Don't make yourself stand out from the crowd or on this case, the other apartments

[@sheila3936]

If you have a storage locker in a communal room in the basement consider if you can block or disguise what you store. When we were in an apartment I purchased plastic tubs that were mostly red and green and labeled “x-mas” even though majority weren’t and stored our bikes behind the tubs. Sure enough when there was a break in and thefts from numerous lockers, the tacky Christmas lady’s was untouched.

[@francesca9263]

Although I'm a essential worker I sheltered in place on my days off in 500sq ft studio with a cat I have blackout curtains because I work the night shift I never ever see a neighbor because I sleep most of the day I prep ony off days while they're at work I get no packages there I pick them up on the other side of the borough or have them shipped to my job and bring them in the morning on my days off great video

[@robertvondarth1730]

Be sure to have a lot of catfood, and cat litter

[@francesca9263]

@@robertvondarth1730 she has a cabinet of wet and dry food and threw shelves of treats I also have 3 bags of kitty litter my goal is to get 4 more from BJ's I rotate out her wet food she hates dry food but she will eat it o just cleared a shelf at the $1.25 tree with a new brand of food (wet) she's not picky about her food but she's picky about her snacks

[@cmsilver8906]

After the lockdowns in 2020 and the riots shortly after I invested in a few of those personal alarms, the ones that when you pull them apart a loud siren is set off....I picked up some heavy duty fishing line and rigged up a few early warning trip wires, didn't cost much and covered both entrances to my apartment

[@frostyfrances4700]

Keep in mind though to restrict your booby traps to sound effects only. Contrary to popular imagination, most localities label injury devices as criminal. If someone breaking in gets badly injured or killed, you could be going away for a lonnnng time.

[@csluau5913]

Every time there are videos about apartments on this channel, I pay attention. They really come in handy. A little bit about me… I am a military veteran so my experience in the service has come in handy when it comes to survival. Preparedness runs in my family, and both my parents and my grandparents taught me things growing up that are very useful. I live in a Second floor apartment. It was harder to get my furniture up and down the stairs but I picked the upper floor for a reason. It’s harder to break into, and I’m protected from the brunt of any major storms if they should happen. I can also get an overview of the parking area so that if our building was surrounded by people with bad intentions I could defend myself. I have enclosed my back patio in plastic to turn it into a type of greenhouse and it also helps keep all the pollen and dust and pollutants off of my plants which I use for food and medicine. A tip I can suggest for taping your windows is to use clear strong tape such as the clear gorilla tape. I also live within 15 miles of a nuclear power plant so that puts me in the emergency zone if anything were to go wrong. I’ve already stocked bug out bags and I have preparations in my car just in case I have to leave quickly. I stocked the things which I believe I will need and I may need to have when my family members are with me. I would say if you live in an apartment find out where you have space that is being wasted or not used under beds, A couch, daybed, corner table or anywhere not just a cabinet 10 under your sinks… Use it. Stock and stack whatever you can fit under there. You can use crates or vacuum seal bags or whatever but use the space. I would also say you should have extra things around the apartment to do minor DIY repairs not only to keep people from having to come into your apartment but also if you ever get into an SHTF scenario you will need these things. Get them while you can. I’m lucky because I have gotten to know two or three of my neighbors. One of them is a cop. Another one works for the Postal Service. Another one is a nurse. All three are good to know. Everything Chris is saying in this video is bang on the money. I’ll be starting some sprouts in jars and sprouting containers on the windowsill soon but I am waiting to see what happens with all of the global conflict that is going on at the moment. I’m still trying to build up my medical and food supplies. Still trying to purchase little things here and there one step at a time. My biggest crisis right now is financial. The rent has increased by 15% where I live and it’s the same everywhere else too. It’s like they know the ship is sinking and they are going to grab a handful of gold while it’s going down. It’s despicable profiteering behavior but what Can we do? So there was a reason why you should have preparations already in place. Wherever you are if you were living in an apartment count yourself lucky if they are not increasing the amount you’re paying for rent. It’s gotten so bad here because we have people flowing in from other states and countries. I would love to have my own home away from all of this but for now it’s where I am living.

[@crystalshen6]

More cities just approved rent control in case you end up moving.

[@jaredweiman2987]

There is no safer place to be during severe flooding than an upstairs apartment. I survived cut off from everything and surrounded by about 7ft of water in a third floor unit. Was eventually rescued by the Cajun Navy. Prepare for what you know is a possibility. I’ve experienced enough hurricanes to know that all year round I need at least a few extra days of food, a charged flashlight (not your phone’s), and some battery banks to keep your phone running.

[@ms.z9965]

This is perfect. Watching now. I have a Condo. Love you channel. Thank you for all you do for the Community and Humanity!

[@sesamefrederick6618]

AGREED

[@dontknowbrian]

Never thought listening to such advice would be necessary here in my life! God be with you all!

[@humansustainability]

Lots of good information in here. Stuff that people should 'memorize' and many things that will apply for small towns and rural communities as well. Re water preps: One thing I didn't here Kris explicitly mention is a "waterBOB". These things are great little emergency water cisterns. If you know there is an emergency it allows you to transform your bath tub into a potable water cistern. All it takes is the time to fill it up and you'll have an additional ~100gal of potable water. These should NOT be considered as part of your water preps! If you do have the time to fill one up though, you can boost your clean water reserves by 100 gal which is nothing to sneeze at.

[@sunset6010]

Bingo 🎯

[@freedomfighter1861]

Hes talks about water at 5 min mark and specifically talks about tub liners!

[@humansustainability]

@@freedomfighter1861 explicitly mention is a "waterBOB".

[@graveseeker]

Water from waterbobs should not be considered potable. While it probably is, better safe than sorry. A good water filter like a Berkey will solve that problem.

[@graveseeker]

Unfortunately these are not useful for people who don't have bathtubs. I keep a dozen empty, 40 pound cat litter buckets that can be filled and stacked three high in one end of my shower. This is definitely NOT potable water so that filter is necessary (unless you have lots of firewood. :) )

[@smustipher]

One thing to be ready for is WASTE disposal. Got to have the supplies on hand to collect and get rid of it. There are tutorials online on how to use cat litter, portable toilettes, etc. If bugging into an apartment and water services are cut, having supplies on hand to safely discard waste is not just a matter of convenience, but preventing serious illnesses.

[@kenyonbissett3512]

There are toilet blocks in case of a back up sewage issue. That would quickly make you apt uninhabitable. Pool shock is dehydrated, condensed chlorine. Easy to rehydrate for use. Cost $6-$20 for water the size of a swimming pool.

[@smitty159]

For added door security, I use a deadbolt door locker with a Brinks security bar. The deadbolt locker makes it so someone with a key can't turn the deadbolt and the Brinks bar wedges under the handle. I put the Brinks bar on a rug with a non slip bottom because it would slide on linoleum. It works really well!

[@sandrataylor8966]

You can also use earthquake tape or museum putty to hold a door bar.

[@faithcrisis2138]

I live in an apartment and the relationships I build with people is probably my greatest asset and prep. I know where local gardens are, we have a heavy gate protecting our community and we've all gotten used to each other's routines. Don't be afraid of making connections with neighbors you get along with

[@bradabar2012]

Don't bug out, until if and when you absolutely have to. You can outfit your own apartment with enough supplies to last a very long time.

[@debroahberezak1776]

Thank you for all the excellent ideas. Good to know about these now vs later. I also heard about a bathroom idea. Drain your toilet, put a large garbage bag inside it..fold over the edge..add scoopable cat litter. You can scoop everything and throw that.

[@billbuschgen520]

I agree...Much more comfortable than a bucket.

[@lindasevers5109]

Thank you SO MUCH for making this video. Moving from a spacious home with acreage to an apartment for a while has made me painfully aware that being prepared is far more challenging. Thank you for your tips. Several I had not thought of yet. Thank you, also, for pointing out the potential advantages. You are appreciated, Kris!

[@plantlady32]

Also keep in mind that canned goods do have some liquid in them, like canned veggies. Not exactly ideal, but at least it's liquid.

[@reginafetty6374]

That is something you do have to think about. Many people store dried or freeze dried food. They need water. Canned food does have liquid so you won't have to worry about hydrating to eat and may be the only source of liquid to consume, especially with a nuclear power plant spill or a nuclear attack.

[@ChristsChemist]

Also the cans themselves can be used to make a heat supply for cooking food. By adding qtips inside of a small can that is surrounded by dirt inside of a bigger can.

[@darrenheapy1265]

Yes. And any left over juice in the can can also be used as means to flavour bland food. Such as rice.

[@kacgifts]

Thank you for giving apartment dwellers hope.

[@GalactusOG]

Living upstairs is a must for me. the amount of advantages far outweigh the inconveniences. Also i like having to walk up and down stairs a lot for general fitness.

[@boisebadboy93]

I live on the top floor of a 3-story apartment in Idaho, my pantry is full of food and water, and I have a few lead spitters. If need be, I could survive for quite a while if the city became unsafe. As far as I can imagine, a fire is my biggest threat. Otherwise, one way in, two ways out (I could repel off the balcony). My balcony is perfect for a small foldable wood burning oven for cooking food. My local Dollar Store is my go-to for budget prep items. It's a gold mine!

[@ck3561]

Honestly I watch this channel because he has some good info but it also makes me appreciate my situation. We own a farm and for the most part pretty self sufficient. I applaud all of you because not being able to have control over water electricity and I mean sustainably for long periods is a battle of its own. I’m also assuming you are deep in a city which means no access for hunting or fishing. I hope nothing happens but if it does I know I will be ok. I think the biggest obstacle everyone forgets about is sanity. Most people are conditioned for group and social interaction. No amount of prep can prepare you for potential inevitable end of social relationships with others.

[@Bluepeacocks88]

I got a door jam that you shove under knobs and prevent easy opening (Amazon). I got it when maintenance kept going to wrong building during renovation and tried opening my door. I STILL need to figure out how to deal with balcony door as it opens outward--but thinking to tie knob to sofa so it's difficult to open. I have water stored, a water filter, and several means to heat food etc. We have wood burning fireplace and I make fire logs using junk mail (not hard). We buy rice in bulk, have various beans ( I'm veg), a mini freezer to provide extra storage for meat my husband buys. I have put in solar light bulbs and have built a solar transmission cooler ac as well. Now I have started building a solar can heater to go into the windows for passive heating. I have my crisco candles and additional crisco and wicks to build more. We have a large walk-in with the hot water heater so I put small bookcases in there and have extensive prep pantry. I also bought an escape ladder which is under the bed. Fire is only thing I am REALLY worried about. I also got clothes line and have rack for laundry. I have walkie talkies thinking that the men and establish security between the 2 buildings. I am making balcony garden this year...only did tomatoes last year. Recently saw a way to collect passive water collection for my plants. I have the collapsible water containers full and tucked into the very back of cabinets where difficult to reach but have been repurposing small plastic containers for smaller things like rice and lentils if I need to share or easy to-go. Since I am in PNW earthquake is only thing I have been really prepping for. Having been thru power outages in Boston after Noreasters and Gulf with hurricanes. While my husband and son know gun use, I don't so I got a taser for myself. Every month I try to get 1 book and at least 1 prep item in addition to extra can or 2 when shopping every time. I think we can go 3 months which isn't long enough but goal is 6 months rn. I also need to add more medical like sutures and a few items. I also got free maps online from various tourist agencies. I have 2 bug out bags with the basics and all our papers (thinking fire escape). It is a step by step process. For others, think about pool shock to make own bleach since takes up little space. As well as door jams, dehydration (and get Vit C since it is lost when dried), and fire plans (extinguisher and ladder). Also if you are in earthquake area check out your soil in area since it can liquify--also check where the nearest emergency spot set by government. Show up to get food and water so you look just as needy as those who never prepared anything. Get solar even if couple $20 power banks, a lantern and crank radio. I only put about $60/month into it now except for the added cans each trip to store. Locate where you can get water-nearest lake, passive water collection, etc and ways to filter and treat. It is totally possible to be prepared.

[@joyparsons6304]

Awesome

[@JoshSmith-mm1fi]

Two things learn and get comfortable with firearms and realize if shtf you can’t just choose to be a vegan anymore. Vegans/vegetarian didn’t really exist prior to well established society. Just mentally prepare for eating animal products if things go south. And get comfortable with those firearms! You got this!

[@braziliannut666]

@@JoshSmith-mm1fi I am veggie too but if things goes really south I am prepared to eat my neighbour’s children! 😂 No kidding…

[@nancyhjort5348]

Freeze the rice bag for 3 days to kill larvae or you may find it crawling with worms when you open it. I do this with anything that is long term storage, i.e. lentils and flour or wheat berries.

[@frostyfrances4700]

TY for mentioning pool shock. It will last at least a year, whereas readymade bleach is not reliable past 6 months. You only need a very little. Just a little pinch at most per gallon of water - and remember to WAIT a half hour b4 consuming!

[@flukeman022]

Couldn't put it better myself about "do not tell everyone about your preps". The amount of self-entitlements out there would make most people sick to their stomach. Just pray you won't be the one encounters them otherwise you probably be stuck with them.

[@apartmentpreppers]

Glad you mentioned being discreet about your preps. Apartment dwellers have a lot of management inspections/maintenance visits - hide your preps in plain sight, such as storing in an entertainment center that people assume contains electronics or DVDs. Label any buckets or boxes with other names that don't give away the contents. Try to be present when any of those maintenance or inspectors visit your apartment-I've seen some of them trying to snoop.

[@TUKByV]

Those old-fashioned folding privacy screens could be handy. They can be expensive new. I'm thinking about building my own.

[@jordanunbroken]

One thing about the windows- there are cling film-like coverings that make your windows look like frosted glass. It’s not as sturdy as duct tape but would be more stealth and keep the glass from shattering as much!

[@CrystalBrightz]

This comment deserves more attention. Cling film is the "better" of both worlds when weighing security vs stealth.

[@cheristump9404]

Most excellent video. I have adult children who live in apartments. Your information is both timely and gives hope if prepared.

[@sesamefrederick6618]

yes

[@JoshSmith-mm1fi]

You aren’t related to a chantri stump per chance are you?

[@LiveForFreedom]

Thank you for the video I am in apartment and it makes me nervous sometimes but more information about bugging in makes me feel better!

[@dandycat2204]

I don't live in an apartment, a small house in an urban environment. It does seem to me that many of the points raised here are just as applicable. I would, however, caution against being over-cautious It is my experience that most people are kind and co-operative, and, in times of adversity, seek to come together and act for the greater good. So, yes, build relationships with the people around you, and be willing to share. If you really have developed the skills for survival, the community will look to you for guidance and leadership, and that benefits everyone. Blessings

[@kenyonbissett3512]

If you are talking about a longer term, grid down situation where it is unknown if power will ever be restored consider doing as you have suggested within your community but have a few back up plans. Definitely bug out bags. Consider a 30-90 day supply of food & water for you & family. Have separate supply you willingly share with the people around you as you have stated. In a long term situation, things change. Some people may leave to seek out vulnerable family members. People without their psychiatric medications may become delusional or even dangerous. Eventually your group may be faced with gangs, criminals and other desperate humans. Your group could be over run. Your job is to survive and keep your family safe, then others. If you have a yard consider a few caches of food, water, medicines, maps, etc. If you truly believe in the others in your community, look to pass on skills that will make them independent like first aid skills and information; sprouting seeds, micro greens; foraging w/ a paper map of location of wild/cultivated fruits, veggies and seeds; how to make a 300 hr candle (2 hours a night for 150 days of winter); humanure sanitation; filtering rain water to your hot water heater for rain storage; water treatment; escape & evade skills. I hope and pray you and your community not only survive but thrive in a long term grid down situation.

[@dandycat2204]

@@kenyonbissett3512 Hi Kenyon. Thanks for your reply. I appreciate that much of what you say is pertinent, but to an ultimately apocalyptic scenario. I doubt very much that I have the skills or physical capabilities to survive a prolonged period in that scenario. However, if I am to survive such a scenario, it could ONLY be as part of a community. Whilst I accept the idea of criminal gangs and the dangers they represent, I personally think that is quite a short term problem. A gang attacking a "fortified position", attended by a number of people defending that position, would come off second best more times than not, and in a world of limited, if any, medical resources, even minor wounds can quickly pose serious problems. Since criminal gangs have probably made no kind of prep, they lose out there, too. Dangerous psychotic disorders are rare, so I don't regard that as a significant problem anyway. Ultimately, the question remains: How long can you go without sleep? How long can you sleep WITHOUT someone to watch your back?? Thanks for the feedback tho', I'll check back later to see if you have made any further contribution, you'd be most welcome to so do.

[@terfalicious]

@@kenyonbissett3512 Excellent advice! Makes you admire our pioneer ancestors!

[@ruthannegalera6594]

@@kenyonbissett3512 yours is some of the best, logical advice I've read so far. Thankyou.

[@stevenschnepp576]

​@@kenyonbissett3512 Bug out so you can volunteer to be a refugee in a setting that has historically seen refugees preyed on more than just about anyone?

[@CrystalBrightz]

Thank you for this comprehensive guide on apartment prepping and security, for those who need it!

[@yokihomesteadlyfestyle8524]

I am so happy that there is a positive vlog on apartment survival. Thank you thank you!

[@terrisserose]

God, thank you I'm so thankful that someone sees us Who live in motels or apartments

[@conniecouto656]

living in a condo myself, i use a cedar chest as a side table, a footlocker is my coffee table, a bench with storage sits by my front door all storing preps, i store paper products under my bed due to limited height and baseboard heaters. Seeing how our building has laundry facilities i got rid of my washer/dyer and created a prepper pantry with the money instead. I also have a small storage unit off site, and a few storage bins at my daughter's place, you never know where you'll end up

[@lili2u405]

Wow, Chris, you read my mind with this timely video release. I'm in a condo with a 2-car attached garage, but no basement. You've shared a lot of great ideas here, some that I've already done, but some that I haven't. Thanks for the valuable info & God bless!

[@carmenmendez6836]

As always this is an excellent video full of great and useable information! Thank you for addressing the advantages and weaknesses of apartment living!!! For the very first time prepping for disasters I feel safe and truly ready for what's to come in my apartment home! Kris ur page and the information you provide, not only is life saving but a blessing! Thank you for all the research, time, effort and love you share! Sending prayers ur way, God bless! 💗🙏👍💕

[@fabriceliegeois6506]

Following your channel over the past two years, I was happy to find out your subject about living in an appartment and trying to prep the right way. That's my case actually. By myself, in a three rooms and a closet appartment, I have dedicated one room and the closet to store all the items and tools with what you have taught us being essentials to our survival... Many thanks, I feel a bit more comfortable and still far behind on my personnal goal... Water is my main and the biggest issue so far even if, at this hour, I can already rely on a 63 gallons stock, that's a good start...

[@markkelly8714]

Clear contact paper works better than duct to pervert glass from breaking. Contact paper will allow you to hold broken glass in place to keep heat in if applied correctly. It also is less visible to the public and could be applied early.

[@justpatty7328]

Bubble packaging can also be used.

[@stevenjohns7017]

I shared this my friend who lives in central Paris, he is just getting to understand the importance of prepping. Thx CP.

[@jeringarza359]

Excellent video! We love our apartment. Most of our neighbors all have kids the same ages as ours, we help each other with small things, let the kids play, etc. Everyone knows I am learning to garden 😆 hubby is learning to fish, etc. Our community is quite peaceful compared to other apartments we have lived in.

[@sunset6010]

Chris, THANK YOU for thinking of us. Appreciate it so much ! ✔✔

[@CountryGirl.64]

Thank you for addressing this. I live in an apartment in a large city, with very limited space. However, I'm being creative with storage. Grow lights and indoor garden is another option. Where there's a will, there's a way.

[@angeltippit5579]

Thank you. I live in an apartment and needed this

[@sesamefrederick6618]

GOOD

[@aliciaj4428]

Fire ladder! Good for escaping more than just a fire 😀

[@Bluepeacocks88]

Yup they are only about $25

[@franceshenderson1334]

Store water in laundry soap bottles that haven't been rinsed for washing, you can store water behind your couches and chairs. You can store water in 55 gal water barrels. Purify your water with 3R purogene, 2T will treat 30 gal of water. Cover your water barrels with nice cloth and put plants on top.

[@eone2345]

I'll add piping/hose and small pump for ease and convenient

[@Bluepeacocks88]

Pool shock. Treats a lot of water with minimal amounts

[@franceshenderson1334]

@@eone2345 thank you

[@franceshenderson1334]

@@Bluepeacocks88 thank you

[@eone2345]

@@franceshenderson1334 thanks to you too. I got idea to make water storage tanks for my upcoming little garden project

[@sentinel5555]

Light and noise discipline are huge. Do not attract attention. Don't use lights if you can. Go to bed with the sunset and rise with the sunrise. Behind your drawn blinds or curtains- Sandbag your exterior walls and windows. This protects from bullets. If the power is still on, keep cameras on. Replace your door screws with longer door screws. Keep your windows closed while cooking if you can. Do not leave tools or ladders outside.

[@witchysam4273]

I see a lot of people saying use sand bags. In the UK sand bags are really expenses. I couldn't buy enough realistically. Even taros are expensive.

[@sentinel5555]

@@witchysam4273 Buy empty sandbags then fill them up yourself.

[@witchysam4273]

@@sentinel5555 still a bit of a stretch for my budget but I'll keep an eye out. Thank you

[@squarepeg4435]

1. If living in an apt., where am I going to get enough sand to fill sandbags? 2. If your apartment faces the outdoors, piles of sandbags in front of your windows will be a dead giveaway that you have things worth stealing. Do that indoors. But access to this much sand isn’t reasonable for most apartment dwellers.

[@donh4750]

In my long ago past I needed to put storage in a room but not overtake it. So I put the metal wire costco shelves along one wall, filled the shelves and then put plywood against the shelves and secured it. Then I painted the plywood to match the walls. No one realized I had all that stuff stored along that wall.

[@nrob450]

PLEASE do one of these for full-time RVers! There's over a million of us out here and growing. Our doors swing out, not in, negating most entry deterrence for apartment dwellers use. We only have a half inch throw on our locks. Most I've asked say they have a firearm to deter entry, but bullets can travel through multiple RVs before they stop. 😲 In an average 200 square foot RV, if you use pepper spray you're both going down. 🤪 Please give us a heads up 4 nonlethal ways to avoid entry into RVs.

[@reginafetty6374]

You do know 5 layers of silk fabric works like a bullet proof vest. It was shown in the wild west with a silk neck scarf Which would be light weight. Multiple hits with it may weaken it. It may be a way to protect your walls and windows but pretty costly.

[@TUKByV]

@@reginafetty6374 I'm doubtful. I'd have to see an actual demonstration. I can link to a number of charts and articles about which materials stop which projectiles, and how much it takes, and how many they will stop. Everything is far more substantial than silk. You should see what even frangible 9mm will do to concrete block.

[@reginafetty6374]

@@TUKByV a sledge hammer swung by a human can tear up a concrete block. Silk is very strong I was skeptical as well. I don't remember where I saw it. They were using different products to use for bullet proof vests. Silk(5 layers) or telephone books were proven to work as well as a bullet proof vest. Silk was also a good layering fabric to keep warm but it's strength was a surprise to me, as pertaining to bullets. Unless you want to add weight by putting steel plates around an rv, thick layers of heavy dense materials between you and the projectiles are the only choice.I have been trying to figure out ways to protect in that way as well. We travel with our rv and will possible use it to bug out. You never know when you might run into a situation ,that you need that protection. That is when I ran across those experiments people were doing on items being bullet proof.

[@MalikaBourne]

We have a tiny apartment. I have 5 collapsible 5-gallon jugs that will be filled to water my veggie plants for a while. I figured that If I need to really reinforce the patio doors, I'll just take off the closet doors to cover them more. I have already added a film over the windows. I have duct tape and plastic. I think it is important to have thought out the worst-case scenarios.

[@watchandpray8918]

Generally, safety in an apartment is lower than a single family home. A couple of suggestions: Get one of those door bars for when you're home so people can't kick in your door. Also, consider setting up cameras. For all you know, even in normal times, your maintenance person may be coming in and stealing from you or going through your stuff. Simply Safe is one option or just a couple of nanny cams is another. Best to know what goes on when you're not around. 👍

[@kimgordon3695]

The digital evidence sits in circuit Court for the duration :'(

[@watchandpray8918]

@@kimgordon3695 What is that???

[@TUKByV]

@@im_linus Not all apartments have that door setup. There are other vulnerabilities, as well. Apartments are not safer overall. Mine certainly isn't. The only thing I like about it, is that the "ceiling" is solid concrete, so stray projectiles can't enter that way. That's not worth the long list of vulnerabilities.

[@TUKByV]

@@kimgordon3695 People have forgotten there are cameras which do not connect to the Internet, and are not wireless. I am shopping for a wireless system now.

[@OehlJim]

One subject that I have heard nothing about from any prepping channel, and that is shoes...and by extension means to repair them (Shoo-Goo).

[@MrLandphill]

I look forward to your videos every day, thanks for taking time from your day to try and keep us up to date on what is going on in the world around us.

[@kareneckels4453]

Well said and appropriate information. And, most reassuring to hear someone say this to all apartment dwellers--haven't not heard before.

[@sesamefrederick6618]

YES, YES, YES

[@parkerdanielson2897]

I have been wanting and needing this video for a long time now, thank you!!!

[@annakavalec835]

Heartfelt thanks from Maine.

[@Alexpottratz]

You can store can food under your couch and frequent goodwills to replace your side tables, tv stands etc with suitable options that offer more storage

[@AlpinePreparedness]

Ikea has some good under the bed cube boxes for preps. Inexpensive video cameras are good, also those little under the door alarms you can get from Amazon. Getting a grow light for microgreens, arugula and lettuce to grow indoors, as well as peas is great- either inside or on the balcony. Thanks for the excellent video!!

[@Bluepeacocks88]

Amazon also carries door jams that fit under knob to prevent opening.

[@AlpinePreparedness]

@@Bluepeacocks88 cool!! I’ll go look.

[@TUKByV]

I got a metal bed frame that's a bit taller than standard frames, and just slide totes underneath. But I have long legs, so I don't have to drop to the floor in the morning :-)

[@AlpinePreparedness]

@@TUKByV that sounds like a great plan.. a lot of room in those totes probably

[@TUKByV]

@@AlpinePreparedness it really did free up room in the closet.

[@SirChronDonIII]

Thank you for all of these videos you make!

[@tonette6592]

30 years ago we lived in a townhouse in the suburbs of Denver. It was just as the neighborhoods were generally becoming empty during the day. We started having break-ins, and the police who was helping us try to deter them said: "You can't stop anyone who is determined to get in. Your best bet is to make it hard enough that they will go looking for an easier place to break in to." CANDLE/FLAME safety is paramount. Do not have an open flame: put candles inside of chimneys, or even in vases or glasses. Never leave a burning candle/flame unattended, any vibration or even your pet can make it fall over.

[@stepheneddington1667]

Good video and excellent points. Prepping is all about identifying your weaknesses and needs and compensating for them no matter where you live. I live in a apartment and think that if you can make it at least a few weeks or a whole month you're doing good and have given yourself a high chance at surviving. I'm lucky with how the windows are setup, I've used a harbor freight solar kit to keep some 12V car batteries charging and run my CB radio. Have been able to talk to friends on the other side of town several miles away.

[@sesamefrederick6618]

AGREED. AND, MOST IMPORTANTLY do not have all of your preps in your apartment. Folks should consider outside storage or onsite storage closets -- so if you need more and/or if your preps are damaged somehow, you will have other preps offsite or onside in another location.

[@Angeegabs]

I am new to prepping and have been scouring for apartment prepping resources. This is the best video I’ve found. Thanks!

[@SongOfSongsOneTwelve]

Excellent video. Thanks for the information. The Bible says, “My people perish for lack of knowledge.” I would add that you should have a basic first aid book and even an army survival guide. They can be picked up in thrift stores and on Amazon pretty inexpensively.

[@Bluepeacocks88]

There are also apps that work offline with survival info and maps. Just have on old phone if don't want to use space on reg device. Have way like solar power bank to recharge

[@SongOfSongsOneTwelve]

@@Bluepeacocks88 Thanks for the info!

[@crystalmaxwell2863]

Thanks for your comprehensive post. Verygood

[@TheUrbanSentinelChannel]

I've talked about several of the same situations. I'm a home owner in a small metro area, but I've got friends in apartments that have inquired about what they can do... without the landlord having an issue. I've shared a few ideas of security & safety, it really comes down to the setup of the unit and building and creativity.

[@Bluepeacocks88]

Small solar lights and panels that can be set in windows, transmission cooler ac and solar can heaters both with fans run off solar power banks, several solar power banks to power any electronics, rechargeable batteries and USB power option that work with the solar power banks, crank lanterns and radios. There are so many options that can be done.

[@TUKByV]

There's a LOT they can't do. They need to recognize their limitations and develop workarounds ASAP, as well as accept they have a greater chance of needing to bug than house-dwelling folks. In some cases, their chances are not IF, but how many days until WHEN. For me, it'll be 2 weeks at the most, unless somehow trash pickup continues and the sewage doesn't back up. Either way, life is going to get very hard, very fast on this block.

[@eone2345]

I would recommend trash management and maximizing their purpose. I used to live in 4th floor so getting down every two days just to throw trash away was so tiring and tedious. What I did was to rinse/wash the plastic packaging that have food residue, let it dry, fold and tie them to make them smaller in size. The same with paper and other solid trash. This can be use as burning fuel if really necessary. Food or kitchen waste that might become smelly are kept separately in closed container or much better composting them so you can plant something with it. Smell can be kept at minimum and be stored much longer if they are much drier. I also wash the inside of egg shells so it will not attract housefly or smaller bugs that might hatch their eggs there. If done properly, the numbers to go out just to throw away trash will reduce dramatically. During SHTF, there might be no people available that will come to collect the trash at dump site. I have seen this during covid lockdown. Also, water to wash hands can be conserve by using small spray water bottle instead from direct tap or bottle. I used this trick when water supply is not available and in my car when going outside.

[@blondhairblackstrat]

I eat a lot of peanuts and raisins, from those sealable cans with lids--they make great mini-trash cans for food garbage. Used Zip-lock bags also.

[@stevenschnepp576]

How much washing water are you planning on storing?

[@ty5tto]

Thank you ❤️ your videos are so informative. I started prepping and I'm glad I did.

[@Kathleensailorgirl]

Kris, thanks for sharing your great advice and knowledge..apartment dwellers can empty out their linen closet and turn it into a pantry. 🙏🙏😊

[@sesamefrederick6618]

yes, yes and most of all do not keep all your preps inside your apartment, folks should consider onsite storage units (if they are available) and offsite storage units across town. If something happens inside your apartment fire, flooding, storm damage, etc, have preps across town in a secure storage facility with insurance, too on your stuff

[@happysandyh]

I always enjoy your videos! I appreciate your solid information and straight forward manner of sharing it! Thank you!

[@sesamefrederick6618]

yes, because NOT EVERYONE HAVE MONEY, TIME AND LAND TO BUY IN RURAL AMERICA. PLUS, RURAL AMERICA is not that safe anymore with the roaming criminals, foreigners who are squatters, packs of wild dogs, escaped felons, low or no law enforcement nowadays, bad weather, no electricity, peeping toms, and much much more, unruly neighbors, drug addicts & bad dogs, etc

[@therealriverryan]

I stay in a studio apartment and some of these things I have already like a door alarm system, spy cameras which can watch the nearby street, self defense tools such as a karambit knife and dragged, baseball bat, & ax. Thanks again for the advice City Prepping

[@sesamefrederick6618]

YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS

[@blondhairblackstrat]

Check out the Cold Steel "Gladius Machete"--affordable and very effective in an enclosed space.

[@triciaralston1519]

Had thought about turning a shed into green house.

[@whydoyoucare27]

I am so happy I am no longer living in an apartment!! So many RUDE, noisy people. Living in an apartment made me really bitter towards humanity, now that I am back in house, my own house...I can start to like people a little more! LOL!

[@lorivigil3069]

I use storage bins to put backstock canned foods in and kitty treat containers with lids to put poches of mashed potato's in and it works great and I put them all over the apartment and jugs of water under the bed. And duffel bags of bugout foods in I have 2 filled with extra stuff in.

[@dhoffman4955]

A thought came to mind as I listened to this. Carrying a backpack through a disaster area could make one a target. It may be better to conceal high-value items.

[@skapunkoialternativeliving6522]

I think one of the best advantages in living in an apartment building is leaving on the 2nd 3rd or 4th floor.. however the first blow is always the worst because it's prone to flooding people break into that the first floor first everything happens there first.. while on the 3rd or 4th floor you're pretty safe and you have a chance to protect yourself before they rise up to the top..

[@eone2345]

I think finding balance is important. I used to live in 4th floor and it's already very tiring to climb the stairs just to bring things up which also meant if things went south, you are the slowest to leave the area when necessary. Most people neglected some situations which our house might not be necessarily the best place to feels safe. It might become a death trap if you can't leave the building, such as in event of fire and smoke. The higher you are, the more unlikely you will jump.

[@Bluepeacocks88]

@@eone2345 get escape ladder or learn knotting and build one with Paracord. I got escape ladder for $25. Kept ready under my bed.

[@eone2345]

@@Bluepeacocks88 thanks for the tips 👍

[@skapunkoialternativeliving6522]

@@eone2345 actually my friend you met some great points as well I needed I did look at it that way that's the downside..

[@eone2345]

@@skapunkoialternativeliving6522 you have great channel there, I subscribed, keep it up bro 💪🏽

[@powerinference4810]

Stack jars carefully with something in between so you don’t create a false seal. Heat the contents of home canned food to protect against botulism.

[@DMAneoth]

I looked for a while before selecting my current apartment. I selected one that has an attached garage which is directly accessible from the inside of the apartment unit itself. So, I can drive in and then close the garage door so that no one can tell what I load or unload from my vehicle. But it is a first floor unit.

[@sillylilysallykaye4917]

Get extra locks for garage door to use from inside

[@saltwaterprepper6986]

Yes! I'm in a condo, but it's the same

[@sesamefrederick6618]

YES

[@fullmoonawakeningart7560]

This is something I’ve thought about a lot . I live in an apartment. I have my laundry room set up with bookshelves with all my preps. They work perfect because they’re thin enough to fit along the walls and tall plus long enough to fit a lot of things! I also have a small green house on my patio plus planters. It’s very small but I looked up how to grow the best crops in pots! It’s really great! We already have a plan in place. The only thing I wonder about is I have a fireplace I’m assuming it would not be smart to use this in case no heat and for cooking because it would cause attention . I have other things in place like a small collapsible camping stove and things to make a safe but good little heater. You can also get plastic storage containers from the store and fill up with water if needed. These stack easily and fit neatly in a corner or patio storage closet! Hope this helps! Thank you for the video!!!

[@terfalicious]

be careful when using camping stoves & fuel indoors due to toxic fumes (carbon monoxide; propane & butane, even sterno etc)

[@frostyfrances4700]

Totes containers are ok for very short term water storage but keep in mind they're not food grade. Not good for longterm storage of drinking water.

[@stevenschnepp576]

More attention than the greenhouse on your patio?

[@jakejones6056]

DO NOT let your prepping be detected by your "security guards" and doormen/women. Even though you're friendly and polite, they are VERY nosy and notice what you bring in. Dress in grey clothing and carry preps into the flat in a rucksack. If you need items delivered, have then delivered to a third party receiver.

[@llianneolivoreyes]

Why gray clothes?

[@sillylilysallykaye4917]

So you don't stand out & are not memorable

[@blondhairblackstrat]

@@llianneolivoreyes "Grey man" principle. Doesn't have to be grey--just not flamboyant--don't stand out or advertise your ideologies.

[@llianneolivoreyes]

@@sillylilysallykaye4917 now I get it. Thank you

[@llianneolivoreyes]

@@blondhairblackstrat makes sense

[@andrewterhaar1517]

I really like your thoughts. It plays in to my wheelhouse for the most part. As a UPS driver in West Texas, I’ve got a ton of out routes locked away in case. Then again, minus the Russian linguist/intelligence base I live 15 miles from (Goodfellow AFB) I’ve also calculated my my times and routes if stuff goes REALLY “north”. I like these videos because while I don’t feel the need for a 3 day burning candle, I can glean from many of these info I can use for my purposes. I encourage others to do the same thing.

[@CNDcovert]

Have some 2x4 and some 8 inch screws and a power drill at the ready. In the event of shtf and you live on a bottom floor you’ll want to block any extra windows you may have leaving you with just your door and an escape window. have a new deadbolt to install on your main door to prevent any master key access.

[@MiladJP]

Finally a topic about my families situation 👌

[@123gwilco]

During any emergency, I try to AVOID ANY OPEN FLAME. They are not worth the risk considering the fire or carbon monoxide risks. I only use an open flame outside and with a fire extinguisher, bucket of water or sand/salt.

[@graveseeker]

Less than a week is probably doable. More than a week and you won't want the exposure of cooking outdoors. Both of those concerns can be overcome by a.) vigilance during cooking (and that fire extinguisher/baking soda) and b.) proper ventilation.

[@RJ-ek7ov]

Literally I was having this convo with a friend of mine this morning who lives in a apt. and I forward her the link. I have a basement that can be a tad bit more secure. She’s just now getting onboard to prepping so it’s hard to feel sorry and she won’t get a invitation to my home but I can offer advice and direct her to those who know more than I do.

[@AlpinePreparedness]

💯

[@jkco4300]

According to my friend in Venezuela and what I learned from NOLA hurricanes, it's just not doable without water and power in an apartment. It's too much hauling needed up stairs. Due to no water for flushing toilets, people start urinating in your hallways after 24 hours instead of going downstairs to find a toilet 5 times a day.

[@sunset6010]

@@jkco4300 just pee, etc (2 separate containers) into an empty 32 oz yogurt container, put the lid on it. KEEP YOUR CONTAINERS & LIDS PEOPLE !

[@Pamela-B]

@@sunset6010 that’ll last for a day. What exactly will you do with all those “containers” once they’re full?

[@jkco4300]

@@Pamela-B Exactly. In both instances I mentioned above, my friend had her family member living in an apartment come to her house and stay until power returned. In NOLA, same thing. I can't tell you how many tweets I read about apartment dwellers leaving to someone's house because they could shower and they had a generator.

[@MynewTennesseeHome]

All very good recommendations. This topic is not focused on much but necessary, we don't all have land.

[@MaxCarry2A]

I live in apt. 3rd floor. Which makes it more difficult for bad guys to break in. Purchased, charged and practiced with 5 walkie-talkie set that works well .5 miles out. 6 months of food stored, 2A supplies with 2000+ rounds. 2 BOBs at the ready.... propane tanks, camping gear, 15 gal of gas, 3500w generator. .Water storage is the concern! Can't do much..have sawyer mini and life straws, but still worried about that. After watching this video I feel pretty good but still working on things. Creating MAG is challenging...some neighbors are cool but we are not tight. Slowly working on that because i have trust issues. Thanks Chris!