PREPARE NOW for No Electricity This Winter..

This is about the time all the prepping channels come out with the dark winter videos. Winter is a season with higher risks/stakes. Here are the things to focus on to get your house in order now so you can be prepared for the harsh winter ahead.
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[@christopherblake9583]

Living in the UK I used to think my mother was crazy harping on about the 70s blackouts. But thankfully I listened to her about some things. So I always have in my house. Alternate heating, lighting and cooking(Paraffin/kerosene heater paraffin oil/storm lamps *3 and a basic paraffin oil cooking stove as well as a gas/camping stove). Plus varying thickness of sleeping bags and a decent amount of blankets. After the utility prices went up in April I started to prepare for the second rise in October and the winter to follow, Buying paraffin and kerosene oil as well as a decent stock of food. I always thought my mother was a bit obsessed but right now I think she was a GENIUS. Thanks mum.

[@user-bi8ko7kc6h]

Completely opposite here. I prepared everything, while my mum saying ‘it’s just 3 hrs in selected area. It’s fine.’ When the energy sector said we might have energy shortages, same in EU, our gov say we won’t. 😅Right, I trust the energy company more than our stupid gov. I’m not that worry about the cold because we can stick in bed, thick duvets and coats but I won’t be able to check my cctv in real time, it’s worrying. My mum think I’m crazy 😅

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Smart mom/mum. Thanks for sharing. NEVER hurts to have a small buffer from the faulty systems

[@christopherblake9583]

@OnceTheyNamedMeiWasn't Thankyou

[@christopherblake9583]

@OnceTheyNamedMeiWasn't That's a very very nice thing to write, I have never read comments like these about myself on youtube so I have to ask. Do we know each other or have we met before or are you just nice?

[@christopherblake9583]

@OnceTheyNamedMeiWasn't Every day we learn something new is not a wasted day. Every day we try to improve ourselves is not a wasted day. In this world that lacks so much empathy it is heart warming that you are even willing to try. Thankyou very much for making my day and enjoy your weekend also. CB

[@whenlifehandsyoulemons3937]

I live in England and today our news headlines have been full of warnings from the official energy regulator that we are facing a “significant risk” of shortages this winter, which would result in widespread blackouts, which we never, ever have in this country, so I just want to thank you for taking the time to make this video and giving some really useful advice. Whilst the “dark winter” scenario stuff usually never comes to fruition and things are always OK, I fear that for us in Europe these scenarios might be our reality this winter.

[@australianwoman9696]

I feel for you in England! Your heading for a DISASTROUS WINTER . Do you have a fireplace & enough wood to keep warm? May God protect you throughout what's to come in Jesus Christ's name Amen ♥️🙏

[@whenlifehandsyoulemons3937]

@@australianwoman9696 Unfortunately no, most houses here don’t have old chimneys installed which means we can’t have wood burning fires so we have electric fires which are fine but will be useless in the event of a power outage. It’s getting pretty scary now thinking about how cold it can get here (some days in winter it doesn’t rise above zero degrees so it is freezing even indoors) but I’m trying to prepare as best as I can with extra blankets, hot water bottles etc. xx

[@19ghost73]

German here. Our Minister for Economy clearly states since months that (only) IF we save "enough" natural gas (min. -25% in total) AND IF the plan to have 2 new LNG-terminals up & running by 01/2023 AND IF we luck out and have a mild & short winter, (ONLY) THEN we have A CHANCE to go through this winter in a good way. That's a lot of "IF"... :-(

[@whenlifehandsyoulemons3937]

@@19ghost73 Yes I’ve been following the situation in Germany it is worrying! What are you doing to prepare over there? Sending love.

[@PracticalPreparedness]

I am grateful you folks are getting your house in order. Please be safe. I’ll put out a couple more vids focused on this, this winter will be rough for some.

[@randimochamer6284]

I lived through the central-states Blizzard of 1978. 10-to-12 foot snow drifts. It snowed for days and days! We were housebound for about a week. We never lost electricity, ur it was difficult for the furnace to keep up with howling winds. Fortunately, my mother was well-prepared and we ate very well. I planned to marry five months later, so I always have appreciated that time together when my entire family was at home and truly enjoyed each other. Digging out was not easy, and I was appalled by the tunnels that were made when the roads were finally cleared. It’s just good to be prepared….

[@peaceagain6316]

Yea remember that we'll.

[@rodleyeriffe9149]

I was in Northwood OH and drove 18 wheeler for American Bakeries (Tastee bread) (Mickey cakes, what I would give for a banana flip, 😋). My boss told my I had to get a load to Akron or the people there would starve 😆. They were showing out in open country barns had snow drifts that almost covered one side. I called the State patrol barracks at T5 Ohio Turnpike. A National Guard full bird answered if I came out there they would arrest me. He said, Son we have a bulldozer stuck, are you crazy. My answer, nope, my boss is though. Good times at home with the whole family. ❤️

[@rodleyeriffe9149]

I was in Northwood OH and drove 18 wheeler for American Bakeries (Tastee bread) (Mickey cakes, what I would give for a banana flip, 😋). My boss told my I had to get a load to Akron or the people there would starve 😆. They were showing out in open country barns had snow drifts that almost covered one side. I called the State patrol barracks at T5 Ohio Turnpike. A National Guard full bird answered if I came out there they would arrest me. He said, Son we have a bulldozer stuck, are you crazy. My answer, nope, my boss is though. Good times at home with the whole family. ❤️

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Sounds like you had fun with the fam!

[@angiestimson3886]

I was 13. Best winter ever in Northern Ohio!

[@kristinecampbell5585]

Stay warm ideas Chargeable hand warmers as well as disposable ones, Thermal long johns Wool socks, hat, gloves and blankets Sleeping bags for each person Tent to set up in your warmest room of your home Candles, and terracotta pots to convey heat Mr buddy with propane, kerosene heater and fuel as well as a carbon monoxide detector and fire extinguishers nearby. Don't forget your pets are a heat source, but they too will need your warmth at night, also have extra sweaters for them to retain their own heat. Hot water bottles for extra warmth as needed. Safe heat sterno cans of o heat water and warm canned foods. Baby wipes to stay clean where you need it most -conserve your water to drink and wash clothes if you're able to using buckets. Not all about staying warm, but some things to think about.

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Amazing list, I'll have a vid covering a lot of these soon! Thank you for helping the community!

[@darylhudson777]

The most heat comes out of your head so keeping your head warm will help tremendously. I was homeless and living in my old 1975 Ford f150 for many years and it didn't have a heater I used to sleeping bag with multiple layers of clothing and one mylar space blanket underneath me and one on top of me and that helped tremendously.

[@carolineowen7846]

There's a reason why old grand houses had 4 poster beds, a tent in one room is just doing that :) Even a chimanea outdoor heater can be used to boil water, or a bbq, have one saucepan for boiling water and another on top for cooking / keeping stuff warm. These are all tried and tested methods used by campers / outdoor types for years. (Just don't use a chimanea indoors - can be done on a wood burning stove though, if you have on, having enough burnables is a whole nother thing.)

[@darylhudson777]

@@carolineowen7846 modify a chimanea...weld up a grate with burners to fit that use propane with hole drilled through side to run line. Can use small or large bottles. Vent to outside of house with a double walled stove pipe and a hinged door can also be added...so no cleanup of wood or charcoal ash. The heat from the ceramic will heat home.

[@denisewehling649]

How do you plan on heatingthe water for a hot water bottle?

[@user-bi8ko7kc6h]

I’m in UK, luckily our winter isn’t as cold as US, Canada etc. Last winter a candle and duvet kept me warm without turning on the heating everyday. I’m hoping we will all have a ‘not as cold’ winter cause I know many people aren’t prepared for energy shortages or blackouts or just can’t pay their bills. I also got few extra light sources just in case my neighbours need them.

[@PracticalPreparedness]

I hope it’s not as rough as some are saying

[@iesroo]

I hate the mild winters in the UK, I wish I could move to Northern canada one day and see more snow.

[@revk8611]

I live in Canada in the country. Prolonged Power outages are a common thing. To prevent pipe bursts, open the taps, SAVE that water (buckets, tubs etc.) Add it to your water supply and use it to flush toilets. Very important!

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Thanks Rev, I like the reuse of the water you drained. Very resourceful, thanks!

[@rhonddalesley]

Wouldn’t you need to turn the water supply off before you drain the system?

[@revk8611]

@@rhonddalesley Good question. There is still enough pressure in the pipes that will drain. Especially on the lower levels with gravity.

[@geod3589]

My wife buys kitty litter in large heavy plastic containers. I found each one will hold just over 2.5 gallons. I save water in them to flush toilets.

[@josephbnd974]

@@geod3589 I've read that you can get food grade buckets from Amazon or at a local bakery, etc.,that could be used for drinking & other non sanitary uses.

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Stay safe this winter folks! Let me know in the comments if you have other ideas to stay warm through a dark winter. Thanks for watching - Justin

[@debbiec6216]

Merino Wool socks, Wool blankets, quilts, wood for a fireplace, Mr Buddy propane heater, Solar Generator hooked to your panel ( transfer switch ) , Painter plastic sheeting and tape ( plastic around the window, to keep a room warm ) , Sleeping bag, Winter clothes, Propane lantern, tons of blankets, wood stove where you can cook on it, keeps the room toasty. Keep your body moving / blood flowing. Keep an hat on your head, gloves. And enough lighting too. lantern, flashlights, battery operating lighting you can get for underneath your counter / closet , etc .

[@sincereone3452]

Pls help me Prep I’m raising three extra grandkids an I just can’t afford to buy extra food we don’t egg food stamps I’m praying GOD has mercy on us poor ones but I’m afraid their will be so much death from half the world starving this is so Sad the Lord Is coming back after the tribs

[@abbeyl6115]

@@sincereone3452 Please contact your social services. Explain your situation. Am assuming you are in the us of a..?? They should have lists avail including food and utility assistance.

[@sincereone3452]

@@abbeyl6115 thank you but no way woule I get social services aware I am raising kids and there are issues with the parents I will just try my best at getting a little extra here. There , social services are a joke we reported a handicap severely handicap adult being molested and raped and abused and the adult reported it an not one thing was done about it they left the adult n the home knowing what she reported so no way I Woule ever ask for any help from the government, their the reason we are all going thru this

[@mendyviola]

If you don’t need electricity for medical devices or other medical needs, prep like how you would to winter-camp, but in your house. Save the emergency shelters for those that need the power to stay alive or had major home failures from the cold.

[@robininva]

You surely are a good speaker….and the video was packed with helpful information void of fear…yet motivating (a key element for true preparedness). Nicely done. We love the Mr. Buddy Heaters, too. Our plan is to block off as small a space as possible, fill it with what we think we’ll need (food, water, cooking source, etc.)…similar to what you suggested and then hunker down. And, we hope it never, ever happens!

[@PracticalPreparedness]

And you can go camping with 100% of the items :). Thank you for this, and for adding to the convo!

[@hellybelle5]

Put a fleece/microfiber fluffy throw on your bed (on your pillows if you're bald) and one on top of you, then your bedding. Also wear those cheap fluffy socks that don't have elastic around the ankles. Put a fluffy microfiber throw on your furniture too. Just having that will keep you warmer, but you can also wrap it around you, so you'll be much warmer than if you just put it over you 💕

[@terryhenderson424]

If you're using fluffy microfiber, or even just flannel, they are great at capturing heat but not somgrezt at retaining heat; kinda an easy come easy go situation. Put something that is tightly woven over top to keep the gathered heat trapped. And, that is why they work great against your body under your bedding. If huddling together in the cold, put those microfiber throws or blankets over the group of you and then a blanket or some bath towels; used but dry bath towels work, the Good Housing Seal of Approval folks won't be taking a survey. Better yet, microfiber, bath towels, and then a tightly woven bed sheet, comforter, or the like; the Terry nubins in bath towels trap heat too.

[@gereshomeE]

A wood/coal stove & back to basics! All the best EVERYONE! 🙏

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Yes I envy all those who have one!

[@gereshomeE]

@@PracticalPreparedness Me too! God willing, I hope to get one! ✝️ In Europe & elsewhere A LOT of folk are going to suffer this winter as they simply are not prepared or we have all had it too easy and we have forgotten basic living etc.

[@jeanwegner5684]

Fired up my coal/woodstove for the first time this past weekend. It's used but seems to work great.

[@gereshomeE]

@@jeanwegner5684 Ideal for cooking, hot water and "Stove Lite" now produces electric thermo light and can charge your phone!

[@jeanwegner5684]

@@gereshomeE thanks. I'll go check it out. I actually have a small solar charger for my fone. I was able to fry fish on it. Yea!

[@dianemilligan3839]

I grew up in Syracuse, New York where my mom, siblings and I lived with my maternal grandparents. We always had wool blankets for winter use. Always layered our clothes and we had flannel bedsheets and pajamas. We put special plastic over our windows and used a hairdryer to tighten the plastic. Worked great! Our house has natural gas heat and stove but we also had fuel lamps for use after dark. I now live in San Antonio, Texas. Last year, we suffered that deep freeze that hit our power grid throughout the entire state. Living in a small mobile home made it tough. Slept in our living room with blankets and lots of flannel clothes. Electric stove made it difficult for hot food, so we had neighbors who helped us with that.

[@justinwilliams2776]

Rather than a tent, I made my bed into a canopy bed (to easily heat).

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Another great idea, thanks Justin

[@elegantaccident2481]

When we were stationed in AK, the first thing they told us was to never get our feet, socks, and boots wet! You nailed! Thanks for another great video.

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Exactly!

[@rodleyeriffe9149]

I remembered the wool US Army blankets making me roast even at below freezing. I just bought two at $20 each.

[@PracticalPreparedness]

I'm going to check them out now. You get yours at surplus?

[@rodleyeriffe9149]

@@PracticalPreparedness Amazon

[@MiraRose0267]

I have a small camping stove & extra fuel and highly recommend this as an affordable option for most people - not for heating, but cooking. A hot bowl of soup or cup of tea can make a big difference when you're freezing!

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Totally agree! Warm the body, not the room

[@krodkrod8132]

I installed a large soapstone wood burning stove in my basement. I also made a "Sand Battery" on each floor. A sand battery is a container filled with sand on the exhaust pipe. The sand retains heat for 6 hours after the fire goes out. i used 50 gallon drums for the sand batteries. But because there is one in the basement and upstairs, it distributes the heat way better. The stove over heats my house. It keeps it around 80.

[@PracticalPreparedness]

This is very interesting to me. Did you see a video online about the sand batteries by chance? Thanks for sharing. I understand to intent and have an idea of the design, but would love to see it

[@makadutaarzola9453]

Amen, food has definitely become an investment. Thank you, stay safe and Blessings

[@PracticalPreparedness]

So true!

[@rocketsurgery8337]

Here's my cold weather plan: Should Power go out and my furnace shuts down I have 2 Mr Heater Blue Flame propane 30k BTU heaters to heat my house. My house was once a log cabin in the 1850s and has been added on to at least 6 times. If you open the patio door out back you can blow out candles in the front room so there's plenty of air flow. It's old but it's solid with Michigan levee walls in the basement. That said, this past June I started prepping for winter by buying cold weather sleeping bags for my family and a few extra. Thermal socks, underwear, ski bibs, artic boots... Walmart (not my favorite place to shop) sells a heavy duty mylar blanket for under $12. I bought 8. They're large enough to cover my sleeping bags with grommets so you can attach ropes to anchor under the mattress or bed frame. Amazon still has a decent price for hand warmer 2 packs, I bought 8 cases. I still need something to use to hold the sleeping bags up to allow them to warm the area before crawling in. Throw 2 hand warmers in your sleeping bag near your feet and you'll be warm all night. Should the natural gas eventually stop for heat I have 40+ 1 pound propane tanks (bought years ago for $1.50 ea) for 2 catalytic heaters and several 20 pound propane tanks that I can use to refill them. I do have a fireplace with lots of wood but that's in the back of the house away from sleeping areas. I have a dining fly off my back patio door that has a stove jack. I also have 2 spare tarps and stove jacks to add later to new tarps. I have a rocket stove made from 4" square steel tubing. Plenty of cookware to use over an open fire including 3 dutch ovens. 50 gallons of ethanol free gasoline that's been treated with Stabil for my generator that will last for 2 years+. 720 watts solar panels to feed 625 Ah tank batteries and a 3000w inverter for my freezer in the basement. I've been buying my preps for the last 10 years. I'm not even mentioned my guns and water preps. FYI, a Water-Bob for water storage in your bathtub is cheap insurance for 80 gallons of water for $35 on Amazon. Hope this helps someone.

[@PracticalPreparedness]

I'm sure it will help, amazing write-up. It's helpful to see how others are going about this.

[@apprenticegilligan1635]

Some of us here in Oregon were without power for about 14 days the same year Texas had their big freeze. Everything in Salem Oregon was frozen. We lost Everything in our freezer because not Everything in the freezer had time to freeze ( we just got back from shopping when the power went out). Anyway if you know something is coming get HOT water stored also. Disposable hand warmers are amazing especially in a cold bed or to heat up your sleeping bag.

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Hand warmers are great to have, how do you keep your water hot?

[@randimochamer6284]

I’ve found our dogs are great bed-warmers. A lab and a husky. Unfortunately, they are bed hogs! But remember, they get cold, too.

[@paladin1544]

I found family packs of hand warmers on clearance at Wm. for $1, and yes, I got every one I could.

[@That.Lady.withtheYarn]

@@randimochamer6284 even small cats seem to take up the whole bed Lol.

[@jaytee2642]

@@That.Lady.withtheYarn Yes, I have 2 cats....and we share a twin bed. I have to fight to maintain my chunk of real estate!💪🐱🐈 I don't always win. 😄😄😄

[@outbackeddie]

Excellent video with down-to-Earth recommendations. One thing I would add for people who may own a Buddy heater - don't forget to buy a few filters and oil free hoses for it. Long term use of the heater with the older hoses or no filter can clog and totally ruin a Buddy heater. These items are in short supply, so I recommend getting them now before the onset of winter.

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Great point! Thanks for adding. Thanks for your support also

[@Gottaknow]

I love my Buddy Heater!

[@amievil3697]

I used Double Bubble Reflective Thermal Aluminum Foil Radiant Heat Vapor Barrier Insulation and made an insert for every window also works for vehicles

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Another method I didn't think about! Thanks for sharing

[@dreamleaf6784]

About the heating with electric. Use a small heating pad. Not a tiny space heater. You could run it way longer. Battery bank, solar panel, heating pad. Bonus. Buy a tiny rice cooker. You can heat up can foods and your area while cooking your foods

[@PracticalPreparedness]

I'll cover this in a coming video, definitely more ideal heating methods out there too

[@suefleming]

I'm so thankful that I live in Florida.

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Hope Ian didn't affect you. Would be nice to be warm all year

[@suefleming]

@@PracticalPreparedness I live in North Fort Myers... Ian affected everyone around me.

[@markcooper5283]

keeping you water pipes dripping is a great way to keep them from freezing. But is is also an excellent way to freeze your drain pipes solid. a drip at a time will instantly freeze when it hits a very cold section on your drain pipes. It will continue to freeze until it is plugged solid and it will take a lot longer to unfreeze a 3 to 4 inch thick drain pipe instead of a half inch water line.

[@blueforest2927]

Keeping the cupboard doors under sinks opened can help the pipes from freezing..especially if their on the north side of the house.

[@PracticalPreparedness]

That is a great point, I would hate to have the copper lines burst, but have to wait for 3-4 inches of drain pipe to thaw would take forever... Always best to drain the lines and call it a day!

[@wishingb5859]

They sell stoves like the Solo stove now where you can use wood or pellets - they have tiny camp stove size all the way up to bonfire size. Also, solar cookers still work in the Winter (after the storm passes) and those can warm up hot water. When I was in my twenties, I was camping on Mt Washington and a ranger said that hot Jello is what he used to save people's lives and I drank it and it was pretty warming. I never eat Jello but I will never forget his words that they used it to save people's lives.

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Very interesting, hot jello? Warmth and sugar I suppose. Thanks for sharing this

[@wishingb5859]

@@PracticalPreparedness I will tell you this what I remember is that hot Jello warms you on the inside better than coffee or tea or cocoa. It is thicker. I ended up finding groups of people whose parents prepared hot Jello when they were sick or when it was cold, so I guess it is a thing some places. Not where I live. But, hey a good product, I think for prepping for potential power outages is the Stanley Adventure Vacuum Crock Food Jar. It can be used as a crock pot for cooking things. You basically boil water for 10 minutes and it will keep it safely hot and will cook the food for up to 12 hours. The fact that most people can boil water even on something like a Candelier, being able to cook food for 5 hours and serve it hot is something I will do. I just found out about it. But it also will keep food warm that you bring to a party. They have Wonder Bags that do the same thing but I watched a video and the Stanley kept the food 10 degrees above safety level to prevent bacteria.

[@originalsixx]

These types of videos cause me so much anxiety but I keep watching them anyways! Damn KZbin recommendations!!!...😂🤣😂 I admit I've have learned a lot and I am well prepared now. I bought 500 gallons of heating fuel, 4 cords of firewood, a Bluetti power bank, a Honda generator, a thousand dollars worth of "extra" food, water and household supplies. If the stress doesn't kill me first, I should survive the winter. 🥴

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Well you’re definitely prepared for a power outage id say! Assuming you have a couple ways to stay warm! It’s not my intent to stress you out, if the video did please let me know what triggered it?

[@originalsixx]

@@PracticalPreparedness It's all good.. lol. I'm just a worrier...lol. And yeah, I have a woodstove for heat if the power goes out. It has a flat top so I could cook on it if needed.

[@kennethsmith7841]

I learned a few things from the Texas freeze that I was unprepared for. I did have a small propane/gas generator, but it would not run the house central heating system of course. I had loaned my small electric space heaters to my son when his furnace went out. The solution for sleeping warm was to use an electric blanket. They are fairly energy efficient and the current drawn is not constant, depending on it reaching the temperature setting. The watts used is so much more efficient than using a small space heater trying to heat the room or space. Even my solar generators have no problem lasting through the night with the electric blanket. It saves one from using fuel for a gas/propane generator running all night just to stay warm sleeping using the solar battery systems.

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Great addition, they are much more efficient when it comes to wattage pull

[@Livetoeat171]

I think you're talking about if your furnace goes out. If the electricity goes out you can't use an electric blanket.

[@kennethsmith7841]

@@Livetoeat171 At the time of the freeze I already had a dual fuel generator and six 40 lb propane cylinders, just no portable heaters. Now I have Bluetti solar generators and lots of extra external batteries that will run an electric blanket, my freezers, fridge, lights, microwave, tv, security system, hot plates, etc. I have prepared a lot since that freeze with propane heaters, fireplace repair, electric space heaters, fans, portable AC, 22KW Generac natural gas generator, three large arrays of solar panels and my usual preps for food, water, grills, fuel for all of the backup items, and many many items too numerous to list. I am as prepared as I can be I guess but if I only had a choice of a few of these things, it would be the solar generator with large solar array panels, electric blanket, and water filtration system.

[@wirelesscaller7518]

We put 4 large Terra cotta pots with saucer as lid,saucer under, only use 3 tea lights & before bed, in a.m , put into open door oven(safe) : crated cats with comforters over all sides, crack for air. Sleeping with 6 big dogs cuddling helps. Side kick 4patriots runs power strip of cell phone , heating blanket, heating pads under cats. Little buddy heater on hen house, carbon monoxide detector &camera on it, small cracks on their padded windows.

[@soon2ctheking]

@@Livetoeat171 that's why you need a backup power system to plug in your appliances.

[@elizabethnilsson1815]

I am also from Europe and I want also to THANK YOU ALL AMERICAN and OTHER NATIONALS that I learned so MUCH of recently.

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Awesome community :) Welcome

[@bhamptonkc7]

I have several solar banks my 300w is my go to at less than 10lbs

[@sahwheel5932]

I made shortening candles with cheap shortening, 100% cotton Butcher's twine, must be 100% cotton, glass jars with lids I've saved, metal nuts and good old yellow pencils. I tied the twine to weight the nuts to the bottom of the jars. Look up shortening candle making for full instructions. Definitely fill the jars with shortening and use the microwave or stove top pot filled with water to melt the shortening down, unless you have an accurate way to pour the liquid shortening. I've been burning two of these candles, keeping the wick short for 9 hours a night and they're excellent!!!! If your wick keeps drowning out, pour the excess oil off into a container for later use. The wick will burn again properly. Cheap light!!!!

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Thanks for the advice :)

[@hellybelle5]

I saw people doing it where they'd put the shortening into jars, then just putting a birthday candle in. They were amazing 💕

[@That.Lady.withtheYarn]

@@hellybelle5 i came here to say the same birthday candle thing. Buy a new pack every time you have a party that needs them. You'll get a lot kinda quick.

[@sahwheel5932]

@@hellybelle5 Yes! This is one of the methods to make them. I recently finished burning one down. The only time I smelled it the entire month of burning it, was when it got to the very last part of the wick. Smelled like burnt grease but 100% happy with it's effectiveness.

[@johndoe-pe9dy]

Wonder if olive oil works

[@sbranov14]

I remember my grandfather placing a brick over a firepit then carefully removing the brick & wrapping it in a towel. He then placed it under the covers at the foot of my bed & I was warm thru the night.

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Smart man :)

[@rogerjensen5277]

This method works even better at the foot inside a sleeping bag. Place it at the very bottom about 15-20 minutes before climbing in to give the brick time to warm up the bottom of the sleeping bag so your feet don't get cold right away! I also wrap the brick in a towel and then a cloth bag like a crown royal bag (recycle/reuse) as this keeps you from kicking the towel off the brick in your sleep potentially burning your feet!

[@yukonsmomma3562]

Thanks for another top notch video. I appreciate to calm nature of your material.

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Thank you yet again! Appreciate your support

[@johnmercer947]

Thank you for your video. I'm glad someone else said 1 gallon of water isn't enough. I think 3 is better for 1 days use. 1 for cooking 1 for cleaning 1 for drinking. That is the amount I like to store for 1 month atleast

[@PracticalPreparedness]

I like the breakdown and makes sense. If you can store it, go for it!

[@awol_molly]

I keep some cardboard and tape in my house, just so i can cover up the windows to maintain the heat levels. I don't have money that i can just go get anything fancy, so cardboard is what I use on a budget. (Most stores have cardboard recycling bins i collect out of)

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Good thinking. Easy and inexpensive

[@war3840]

Great insulator

[@SherryEllesson]

I'm watching this on 10/15 and appreciate your input! One source of both heat and light for a room (not so much to cook with) is oil lamps that can burn liquid paraffin. I used to have a half-dozen kerosene lamps but even the "deodorized" fuel had a smell that made my head ache. Enter liquid paraffin. I replaced the wicks in my lamps and cleaned them out really well and found that when the power went out and I fired up my lamps for their light, they gave off a surprising amount of heat (and absolutely no odor). Another point about woolen clothing: wool socks not only keep feet warm even if they get damp, but keep the wearer from getting any kind of "smelly feet." We always used to hear we should wear cotton socks, but wool and wood blends do a better job and don't smell like ripe cheese.

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Thanks for the advice :) Great addition with the oil lamp

[@jjgirl3715]

When travelling in my van I use a little Hibachi grill. I heat good charcoal with a portable blowtorch...cook a GOOD dinner for myself, and keep the van warm for hours. A thermo powered (non electric) fan on top makes it even better! All very affordable too.

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Nice, I thought you were going to say you use the charcoal nonstop for warmth, glad to see it was temporary :) Thanks for sharing. That thermo powered fan sounds pretty slick too

[@rickkephartactual7706]

One of the advantages of storing the water indoors when it is cold is its thermal mass. The water will hold its temperature longer than the same space as air. Your homes temperature will drop much slower over night because of this.

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Great thoughts and tips!

[@justmeandmypreferences]

We just installed a couple of propane (zero electric required) wall heaters in our basement rooms this fall.

[@covercalls88]

Years ago I built a solar array on the side of my house working like a green house. Living in So. Calif. it still gets down to below 30 at night, it works quite well. Being retired I can let the solar array help take the chill out before I get up. On cloudy/rainy days I still use need to use my furnace. If i have to get up early, I will turn the furnace on and get the house up to 65 and then let the solar array take over.

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Nice setup, I don’t have the same setup as that, wish I did

[@bradwjensen]

If the power goes out for a long time and it's really cold you could have frozen pipes.. AKA, no hot showers and maybe even no running water... You might need backup water and ways to keep it liquid.

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Very good points!

[@randimochamer6284]

I would definitely add a battery-operated clock and watch, as well as a battery-operated carbon monoxide dectector. Yes, I know smoke alarms generally include them. But carbon monoxide hovers lower than the ceiling. And when we start using fireplaces, small gas heaters, etc, we increase the risk of too much carbon monoxide. I like the ones that plug into floor-level outlets and have battery back-ups. I recently bought a tent for ice fishing; it could come in handy to condense heat in one room,

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Great advice, batteries all the way with the CO detectors

[@andreagoble5353]

Good content and thanks for your calm, level headed presentation. Look forward to seeing your other videos

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Much appreciated! Thanks Andrea

[@timepasses9712]

First time watching you, love the succinct way you talk, subscribing now, thanks.

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Awesome, thank you!

[@boymomkelly6378]

We have quilted moving blankets to close off the back hallway. I was surprised at how much heat comes off our old fashioned oil lamps. We have several glass ones that stay put and 3 metal ones with carry handles to move around the house if needed.

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Oil lamps definitely are a solid option if used carefully

[@crisservin3106]

The heaters I have looked at are 750 watt to 1500 watt. Make sure you read the fine print so U know. Also if you have solar panels with solar U can get pass through power on sunny days . Once solar charged, add the heater so U can use extra power

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Great idea. My small one is 200w

[@crisservin3106]

Up here in North East and then add electric heaters to heat house during day . I listened to preppers like yourself and have 100 ilb propane tank and little buddie heater I got 2 years ago

[@paulhelberg5269]

Good video as usual Justin. One thing I never hear people talking about is carbon dioxide as opposed to carbon monoxide. Carbon dioxide (CO2) is heavier than air and can build up to potentially dangerous levels in a closed space that is well sealed like a plastic sealed room or inside a tent with a waterproof plastic floor built in etc. CO2 poisoning usually occurs in subterranean spaces like basements when kerosene or propane (alcohol and LNG burners emit CO2 as well) is used for heat and light. the gas builds up at the lowest levels and is most likely to be dangerous to those sleeping on the floor. There are CO2 monitors which are more costly than CO detectors, but I think simple ventilation consideration should be sufficient. There is a reason that submarines and space craft use CO2 scrubbers. Just one more thing to cause concern.

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Good points Paul. It's usually CO that is considered the most dangerous. Another reason to ensure proper ventilation at all times with combustibles.

[@marcellabrowning315]

How do you recommend we ventilate in the cold of winter, please?

[@Hugh_Manitee]

Buy solar lights from the dollar stores or big box stores. Can recharge themselves and wont use up precious batteries!

[@debbiec6216]

I have those heavy duty thermal clothing . Protects as low as 20 below zero.

[@PracticalPreparedness]

That’s no joke, layer over that and you’re set for some nasty temps

[@iesroo]

The winter is very nice and I love the cold weather, I'm looking forward to this winter after this absolutely horrendous and brutally hot and torture summer

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Has been hot hasn't it

[@crisservin3106]

Good list. A 20 to 30 dollar butane/ propane single burner stove is nice

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Butane is an awesome alternative as well

[@materialgirl338]

Thk you again this is my 2nd time watching your vid. I prep too. I have about 15k

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Thanks materialgirl!

[@pnowikow]

Firewood for those who have fireplaces. Cast iron cookware to go with it. First aid training. Games, card decks, candy to keep people's moods high

[@PracticalPreparedness]

I always forget the entertainment, thanks for reminding Pete!

[@clivedunning4317]

I'm telling everyone in the UK , buy candles, matches, blankets, hats, gloves, scarves. Those that have a fireplace or wood burning stove will not go cold this winter; those with gas or electric central heating could freeze ! Make sure you have a camping stove and plenty of fuel for it ! Merry Christmas , Mr Putin !

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Thanks for sharing!!

[@madcow3417]

I had a small solar setup and did the math. 640W of solar and 5kWh of batteries is plenty of electricity to keep my furnace running. Power goes out all the time, but I've never seen natural gas go out. I use the past tense because I now have a much larger setup, enough to keep at least my insulated basement heated with just electricity.

[@PracticalPreparedness]

I've had it intentionally cut at my place due to confusion around bills being paid(they kept confusing me for a neighbor, quite frustrating), good point though, it is much more likely power will go out. 5kWh is a great #

[@quackaddict9810]

I just saw natural gas go out in Europe

[@madcow3417]

@@quackaddict9810 Ok, my comment was a bit location specific. I've never seen natural gas go out in the US. Europe is just screwed.

[@Hugh_Manitee]

Canadian Prepper has good suggestions also.

[@robinwagoner7217]

Thank you do much for putting this video together and sharing.

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Thank you for watching :)

[@CasonovaCorkClub]

Propane heaters are the best option to me. ... also propane for cooking.

[@PracticalPreparedness]

All the way. Stuff doesn’t expire

[@ziggypeace9933]

Very good , calm video to watch ! I wish I could get friends and family to pay attention !, Many will be a burden in life threatening situation's, so plan for them too ! Expecially our elderly, they already struggle between food and medication ! ❤️

[@PracticalPreparedness]

I feel you on the medication. My mom is in a similar boat. Thanks for sharing and I'm glad I didn't raise your stress levels!

[@Ytdeletesallmycomments]

That generation was used to live without warmth. It is the younger genaration that needs help 😂

[@johnwood406]

Very good suggestions. I would add going to the Army Navy surplus and picking up a case of MRE's with heaters. Enough calories and carbs to keep you going, and if nothing happens, take them camping and let the kids cook their own meal. Also, keeping dry pet food and enough water for the fur babies. Last but not least, for some entertainment, playing cards, coloring books and some hard candy. Hard candy stays longer, and it's also helpful in a diabetic emergency. It also will keep hunger at bay awhile.

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Lot of great adds here John. The hard candy is smart quick fix for Diabetics as you said. Will last longer than the paste packets you can buy.

[@terryhenderson424]

The traditional layer over wool is cotton, even thin cotton, to wick the moisture off the wool layer.

[@basspig]

In October of 2011 we had an early snowfall which knocked out power and the utility companies did not restore the power until December 1st. 30 Days running on generator $1,200 worth of fuel used.

[@PracticalPreparedness]

WOW. Thank you for sharing this. I’m assuming you weren’t reimbursed, very frustrating I’m sure.

[@basspig]

@@PracticalPreparedness no, we weren't. Nor were we reimbursed for the half a side of beef we lost in a 2 week outage in Sept of 2002, which is why we bought a generator the following year.

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Well thank you again for your story, and I’m glad you’re looking out for yourself now. Inspiring for folks to hear things like this.

[@basspig]

@@PracticalPreparedness now I'm on off grid solar. I'm done with utility companies.

[@sophirichmanfletcher4657]

We had a 4 day Snowmaggedon in southern Oregon in 2019. No power, and an elderly lady in my care, stuck in her electric lift chair (which she also slept in). Thankfully we had a gas stove so I could heat water/cook food. I want to recommend having a USB rechargeable fireplace lighter!! It uses an arc instead of an open flame, and keeps your hand further away from the whoosh when the gas ignites. Found it on Amazon. Used to be about $15 but I think they're a lot less now. Also used solar charged lanterns that are super bright and work as a lantern or a flashlight. Good deals on quantities on eBay.

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Thanks for the story! Honesty love hearing them, and for the tips that helped get you through

[@josephbnd974]

After we turn off the water what do you suggest we do to protect the inlet pipe & water meter from freezing? Would covering it and using a tea light generate enough heat to keep the pipe from bursting?

[@jeanetteschulthe1andOnly]

Some items I heard but did not try...using a vehicle sun shade for a solar cooker and if you get stuck in your car or outside on the ground as a barrier or for the house warm room, the silver works like a space blanket. I also heard on a survivalist chnl that you can use more than one sleeping bag to up the rating-Ck on this. Use the oven vs. stove burner, oven has a vent...still be wary of Carb Monoxide.

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Love the adds thank you. Reflector is great idea

[@dennistate5953]

Head gear & footwear. Seattle Sombrero is a fave 4 me.

[@j3611]

Hexamine tabs are great, I've bought cheap little folding stoves w/ hexamine tabs from Ebay, and apart from a chemical smell they produce a big flame and last for approx 8mins. They're good for starting fires, even with damp firewood/kindling, small enough to store & no issues with them melting while stored (so far) but I'll find out for sure when Summer hits this year. I like them because I'm not experienced at building fires, & when needed I could do it with the tabs.

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Those are great starters for sure!

[@scottb7555]

Hey man, great video! I was disappointed to hear I can’t use my gas generator indoors. It seemed like a good idea to keep it inside to prevent it from being stolen. Seriously though, great advice. I like that you’ve gone back to basics in your last few videos. New subscribers need to see them & it’s a good checklist for me. Minor details can make the difference. Your knots video was helpful. I don’t practice like I should & I needed it to re-remember how to tie them. I would’ve failed miserably in an shtf scenario

[@PracticalPreparedness]

LOL, it must remain outside at ALL times. No exceptions. Very funny. I'm glad it refreshed some things for you. Thanks for your support, it's a huge help on the journey sir!

[@makadutaarzola9453]

Get you a Mr. Buddy. We have the same problem as far as a gas generator so we got some Mr. Buddy's and they are awesome. Good luck and Blessings.

[@scottb7555]

@@makadutaarzola9453 Thanks for the suggestion. I appreciate it.

[@scottb7555]

@@PracticalPreparedness I do understand why you have to reiterate that they need to be run outside in a ventilated area. I have a condo in the suburbs of New Orleans. So hurricanes & generators are a way of life down here, but everyone doesn't understand the dangers. A neighbor suggested if a hurricane hits this year, I could put mine on the porch by our front doors so she could get power as well. I told her, instead of a slow death for both of us, she could get an extension cord long enough for her toaster to reach the bathtub. LOL. We both learned something that day. She learned about the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning. I learned she doesn't find my humor funny... True story.

[@PracticalPreparedness]

LOL, i like the sense of humor. Things like this are so black and white for folks i.e. “technically its outside, so there is no danger”. Thanks Scott Better safe than sorry

[@Isheian]

There are portable battery powered heated sleeping bags/ sleeping bag liners and very small solar generators that are a fairly affordable on amazon.

[@PracticalPreparedness]

More to the list, thanks Isheian

[@terryhenderson424]

I like waterproof, nylon windbreaker or rain gear type clothing over top my other clothing if the other clothing is jot water proof; staying dry is an important aspect of staying warm. And, like the mylar blanket it doesn't breath so, it traps your body heat inside. This works inside the house too. In a pinch, put your feet into bread or disposable plastic bags and then your shoes if headed outdoors without waterproof boots; remember this doesn't breath so you're likekynto ge erase more foot sweat. A garbage bag can be fashioned into a rectangular poncho by cutting a hole in the center of the bottom just Jorge enough for your head.

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Great tip on the poncho too

[@samsien9105]

I have been passed Viet Nam war, but I still learn, because Asian is not the sane America different climate and natural plants, but the method is the same- learn how to hunt- eat- drink- shelter, In Asia important to care 1)-gun of course -2) equip 1Axe-1small knife - for shelter-hemic tarp- ropes - shoes & cloth- flashlight is option , for food Rice-salt- are very important some dried food if, medicines is nature, but in America cold- dried- flood and small % of natural fruits, less people known how to eat wild plants and can't find water that is a big problem, thank you for show 👍👍.

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Great tips, we should know how to do all these things IMO

[@grandmaDecker]

Thank you for all the great ideas!!

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Thank you back for watching!

[@terryhenderson424]

If you run out of power, it's cold, and you have a heat source of any type dint forget your pipes. We have gone to the extent of running the only heater under the house, in the crawl space, and under a sink cabinet in a round Robin manner. Another thing to do is put cardboard against at least some of the foundation vents, the kitchen range vent up,under the cover, and the bathroom vent up under the cover.

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Very important those pipes don’t burst

[@mikewilcox9348]

When planning for food and water, be certain to figure out how many people will be eating and drinking. I bought a one year supply of food from a company. But, I have about 12 close family members within a quarter mile. That 1 year supply is actually only a one month supply divided by 12. I have been stocking up with other cheap sources but I still don't have a huge supply.

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Great advice and reminder Mike!

[@onlyvistarick3607]

I bought a small tent for that reason. Just in case.☺️

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Great to have a packable shelter if you need one.

[@Grip_ItandrRip_It]

You can stay warmer with a pair of thermal tops and a bottom. The new fabrics are awesome and inexpensive. Also known as a 'base layer', thermals, longjohns (not exactly the same) or an insulation base layer.

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Nice, these are very warm. Thanks for adding

[@jeanetteschulthe1andOnly]

You can use hardware fence around flame if applicable. I saw a rocket stove made out of loose bricks. You can get all sparks off and use the bricks for heat. Also a wood fired oven built to fit say in a Radio flyer wagon. Make sure any sparks, embers removed. Bring in the house for residual heat. I can't get over the candle and terra cotta pot thing...I would like to try one candle and pile up a steam punk creation of all the metal and glass baking pans in my kitchen 12-20. Do not put candle in direct contact with the glass. I might use fencing to keep my functional creation from falling down...but the object is to not let one btu go straight up to the ceiling. You can make a simple lamp with olive oil (not quick to combust) saucer, seashell for the oil, bit of wick to the side, clear glass hurricane chimney, if you have one. Mainly used for light though gives off a bit of heat. Oil lamps and they have something called liquid heat to put in them. A special oil that gives off heat too.?? Never tried saw it on another channel.

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Hey Jeanette, thanks for sharing. Are you talking about Paraffin oil for the lamp?

[@BradfordHomestead]

I have a small natural gas heater on a brick hearth (fireplace closed before I purchased home). It warms the entire living space minus the bathroom. Last year max cost was $70- I’m ready for a higher price this year. It runs without electricity.

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Very slick, I would have imagined most run on electricity. Will look into this more. Assuming you installed it professionally into the house's main gas line?

[@BradfordHomestead]

@@PracticalPreparedness yes and i just don’t use the Fan. I light the pilot and it’s good to go. Small wall style gas heater. I can shut off the Central unit and save money.

[@wifigrannyl.1354]

Great video & I really appreciate all the links you’ve added. Thank you.

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Thanks WifiGranny!

[@richjoebushcraft]

Excellent tips without the doom and Gloom! 👍

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Thanks Rich and Joe!

[@HappyCamper1992]

Self discipline as well. Quit relying on all the tech gadgets. Regardless of power outage or EMP pulse they will end up useless. Also any basic camping info will be helpful Your basically going to be camping at home. But love the information

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Great advice jay. Back to basics. Shelter water food

[@debbiec6216]

camping stove, grill ( speakingabout cooking ) or just eat out of the can of food. This is a benefit for me, where I been Intermitting fasting for 10 years and I can eat One Meal A DAy and drink water . If people Prepare for food, and if they have everything they need, Garden , that will help. I am a beginner prepper and doing the best I can. *Follow prepper for Information* I never been around people who are hardcore Preppers in my Region, but I just learn from everybody.

[@rickboucher363]

I live in New England in the mountains up in Maine in a small house I've heated with wood for years I also have backup kerosene Toyo stove also kerosene hot water I have a propane stove and I have gas lights for backup I don't use them very often but I have lost my power for long periods in the past like ice storms and I've gotten by just fine it's not uncommon for it to get 25 below here so if you plan right you can get through it in fact I am just finished stacking my firewood for the winter into the shed after drying all summer even if the power goes out here I have heat and I have gas cuz I have a propane stove and I can run my generator also have solar panels the big problem I run into but at some point I have to get gas for the generator if we have a long extended. My feeling is that people that live close to nature nature but know how to be self-sufficient will do fine basically people that live in real rural areas or up in the mountains unfortunately for urban people it's going to be very difficult particularly renters I feel real sorry but you got to do what you can and other option of course with the head would be the head somewhere warm for the winter if you can get out and for Europeans with the nuclear threat even more reason I spent a lot of time in Indonesia in my younger years very cheap to hang out there and there's plenty of food so I live in North America but if I was a European citizen I would consider the option of going to Southeast Asia just to get out of harm's Way at least peace of mind

[@MmmmVette]

I'm from tx. I've been looking into those power stations but can't seem to figure out which is the best one .. what do u recommend

[@halreneau6343]

I love your tops please come up with more so i can use the ones I have not thought about yet with the busy day to day life we all live

[@PracticalPreparedness]

You bet, I’m glad it helps!

[@011CJ]

So I'm not stranger of cold when I go out and shovel feet of snow I will cover my head layer my legs and wear a Tshirt and hoodie at most for my mid layer so I don't over heat but you better be leave that when I'm done I have a towel to dry off with and a fresh dry pair of cloths to change in to . Sweating in lots of layers will drain you of tons of energy and if u have no way to get in new clothes you will get cold fast once you stop working and cotton kills .Thanks for the vids

[@rickboucher363]

One of the best investments you can make right now is a wood stove if you can find one check your local use market if you live anywhere with this trees is always blow Downs branches and just start gathering wood gather as much as you can make sure you install the wood stove properly and it'll be a great investment and even when this thing is over it's still worth keeping for times when you lose your power

[@PracticalPreparedness]

I agree, with prices these days on gas and electric it’ll pay itself off much faster if you have a wood source

[@gregoryhodge9452]

Last year, it was going to be a bad winter with lots of snow and extended power outages. Last winter I spent hard earned money on a propane wall heater, a dual fuel generator and a wood stove and haven't had to use any of them yet.😥

[@PracticalPreparedness]

A wall heater? The wood stove could take a lot of work off your furnace shoulders if you’re willing

[@sallykauth2115]

I'm wondering if it would be possible to turn off the water to the 2nd story of a rwo-story house while keeping water in the downstairs kitchen? I would like to close off the upstairs and have a propane Mr. Heater downstairs.

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Hmmmm, it TOTALLY depends how your house/place is set up, but I have personally not seen shut-off valves set up that way. Doesn’t mean it doesn’t happen, but in all the places I’ve lived the shut offs were not placed in such a manner

[@sallykauth2115]

@@PracticalPreparedness Thx, I think you're correct

[@felixdacat6572]

Excellent content and valid information...👍👍..Keep it pratical.

[@PracticalPreparedness]

I try Felix, thank you!

[@halreneau6343]

I like your stuff im worried about how to survive this on a limited budget im easy to get bronchitis in the winter im stocking up decongestant syrup Tylenol musinex etc as soon as possible for winter weather

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Just in case, I hope you have a couple ways to stay warm, that's what I'm mostly worried about for folks. I'm not so sure on the meds, outside of keeping your immune system as ramped up as possible. Multi-Vitamins, Vitamin C etc..

[@compiticny1445]

If you are or will be experiencing "rolling" blackouts and need to keep your house from becoming freezing you can use your stove for short timeframes. Add mass to your oven, e.g. cast iron pans, Corell wears or pans once the oven reaches temp the increased mass will stay hot/warm longer.

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Excellent idea on using objects to heat and radiate later

[@terryrodriguez6209]

What about terra cotta pots and bricks? Would they work as well?

[@geod3589]

@@terryrodriguez6209 They work but be very careful with them, especially if kids are around.

[@janeta3639]

Getting a few real sheepskin rugs from IKEA acts great in keeping you warm, even putting it as a base for your baby in the stroller

[@icanfix1]

Everybody calm down. Everything's going to be okay. However, it's wise to prepare for famine. For those who may be familiar Joseph saved Egypt by preparing during the fat years.

[@shirleylake7738]

Thank you for this glut of information 🙏.

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Thank you back!

[@cbass2755]

I just put on my heavy bathrobe. Do I like walking around it it? No! But I’m warm and I’m not turning up up the heat. It’s at 68 and it’s staying their. It’s cold and rainy right now in Michigan (my area anyways). But I get cold easy so the bathrobe it perfect. Oh well….people will need to get over it. I’ll do what I have to to keep warm, so the bathrobe it is…..

[@PracticalPreparedness]

You're set!

[@lorettavanriet1410]

New subscriber here! I can't believe how many folks don't own a single pair of GLOVES!

[@PracticalPreparedness]

People think hat and coat, probably don't think about proper foot and hand wear. Thanks for the sub!

[@squirrelcovers6340]

I lose power for days, sometimes 2 weeks at a time, several times every winter. No big deal. Wool and Woodstove.

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Can’t go wrong with that pair fir warmth

[@marycasanova8905]

Wool is hypoallergenic.. except for those of us allergic to wool(don't laugh, I'm allergic to oatmeal too)

[@susanmusser9629]

You might want to try alpaca. Their fiber does not have the barbs that wool has. Very, very warm.

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Lot's of alternatives, is fleece ok? I like the Alpaca thought..

[@marycasanova8905]

@@PracticalPreparedness I'm actually tempted to get a wool army blanket and put it on top of the comforter.

[@rebeccar4026]

I’m allergic to wool. If I have to use a wool blanket I put it over another blanket or quilt

[@marycasanova8905]

Thank you all for you kind suggestions❣️

[@jeanetteschulthe1andOnly]

You can heat food and almost done, 3/4 way done, cut off and use the residual heat.

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Great thinking!

[@australianwoman9696]

In a SHTF scenario you will be happy to boil 1 cup of water & use a wash cloth to wash with. I recently purchased a 12v oven that plugs into my car lighter. It can reach temperature of 149° & has an emergency cut off. It works! To those who don't have an emergency generator a car can become a safety pod during emergencies as long as you can park it outside of a garage & have enough fuel to keep it running or move it occasionally? A carport would be ideal ! (An emergency is -50° with a vulnerable newborn, young children or elderly person at 2am ! ) Even a portable camp hairdryer would work to get you out of trouble remembering to keep one window open slightly. Carbon monoxide detector would be a very cheap safety device to invest in now.

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Yes, I almost mentioned the car in this video, but it is a backup of a backup option for me, and lots of folks die from similar situations because of CO. Always have a CO carbon monoxide detector

[@szatanica1]

3:40 - why not make a sleeping back with wool instead of down? :) Especially when we are talking house survival, not carrying it anywhere, as I'm sure, wool doesn't compress very well :)

[@PracticalPreparedness]

There you go! That’s a great question. Maybe with compression? Can’t think of another reason the stuff is amazing.

[@szatanica1]

@@PracticalPreparedness To be honest I have no idea what you mean :D Compress wool with compression? Is that a trick question? What stuff and why is amazing?

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Hello, I wondered if wool lacked ability to compress well which wouldn’t make it good for a portable sleeping bag. Only a guess

[@szatanica1]

@@PracticalPreparedness I guess it’s a thing to test out:) And it would work great for people who hate wool (being all closed up in some sort of a sleeping bag outter materrial), because it makes them scratch like crazy :)

[@PracticalPreparedness]

Maybe I will!