'People Get Crazy': The Gear You Need to Survive Mega-Disasters (Mike Glover & Andy Stumpf)

[@thisisironclad]

A special BORDERLAND episode featuring Mike Baker coming this Monday at 5 PM EST. - kzbin.info/www/bejne/mWK2doSOfqmKhZI

[@Skeletors_Closet]

First aid and tccc

[@let-it-burn-and-rebuild777]

GOD,Brass,water,food,mutual assistance group!

[@Ponti_84]

Communication

[@W4114C3]

Weather manipulation... There are several US patents on it so all the mouth breathers out there can fact check it

[@sar4x474]

I like to look at survival preparation by keeping the three principles in mind as a foundation: Food, water, and the ability to thermal regulate (clothing / shelter). One can then expand on all of those three principles by being more detailed, i.e. for water, add in storage options, procurement methods and filtering. Then take this to the point where you break it down to 24 hours, three days, one week and then indefinitely. But, I agree with Mike and adding in security - - stay strapped.

[@UnitedTowerclimber]

I’m a tower climber and my main job is getting 911 back on for people when it goes down. Working these storms have shown me that having generators, canned food, water etc is extremely important. Also having Atleast a sidearm to protect yourself. I’ve seen people do crazy stuff when times are tough

[@jerryrobbins5013]

Heart of Helene devastation here. Thanks to everyone who came to help! My heart has been warmed and humbled. I'm grateful I was able to be as prepared as I am. I used this as an opportunity to pressure test my preps. There were holes for sure, but I was able to help people with food and water on day 1. Again, thanks to all the civilians, out of state linemen, our local fire departments, and everyone else. You guys got it done!

[@chupacabra304]

@@jerryrobbins5013 been a couple days since this post I hope things are continuing to improve for you 🙏🏽 If you don’t mind me asking: What kind of preps would you say you would get after this? What do you wish you had more of? Or could use ? Trying to compile a list for family members in AL just in case

[@jerryrobbins5013]

@@chupacabra304 Outstanding question. My own biggest holes were medical and comms, off the top of my head. I'm lucky. Sanitation is simple. I have a creek and getting buckets of water with which to flush is not a big deal. (Nobody thinks about sanitation. Its not cool guy operator stuff. lol) My own next prepping acquisition will be a lot better med kit. I didn't have any issues during Helene requiring a better kit, but I knew i was short there. My next bigger-ticket item will definitely be enough solar to run my fridge and freezer, with plans to scale that to run my well pump as well when possible.

[@chupacabra304]

@@jerryrobbins5013 thank you for your long response, I need comms that is an absolute weak spot for me! I’m fortunate; on a herb-tenders budget over years i’ve been able to amass lots of the basics I have sanitation, medical, & defense down (lol) , no back up energy though Next in my prep list is getting my right eye LASIK’d then Comms, gotta get me a nice HAM radio , a solid generator , then back ups for all of it! 💪🏽 I’m in the foothills of the the Rocky Mountains, so hopefully no hurricanes , but tornados are a thing out here albeit rarely

[@AlaskaMatt]

I live in interior Alaska. At all times in my vehicle I have 7 days of food, Cold Weather clothing and -60 sleeping bag, fire starting kit and a few other things I would need to stay in place or if I need to self rescue myself. One item I highly recommend having is an actual map of the surrounding area with possible sources of shelter and water marked on the map ahead of time.

[@chupacabra304]

Consider adding a walkie talkie!

[@AlaskaMatt]

@@chupacabra304 I have much more than i listed.

[@chupacabra304]

@@AlaskaMatt good amigo, stay prepped 🤙🏽

[@AlaskaMatt]

@@chupacabra304 Thanks you too.

[@samhartfieldlewis5247]

Marking water & shelter on the map ready, brilliant idea.

[@SnoDawg]

Helene: Chainsaw and plenty of fuel for it. We were blocked in for 3 days by downed trees 7 miles North of Asheville. The neighborhood chainsaw brigade cleared the way out, but it was 50 trees blocking us in. We were without power for 18 days. I’m 72 and my wife is 65. We came out it un injured exhausted but fine.

[@scudrunneradv3269]

I did the TAT 3 years ago at almost 60 years old. Did it on my F800GS. I spent a good part of the week in and out of cell coverage. I bought a garmin inreach mini and took it with me. My family could follow my tracks daily. I used it way more than I thought I would. Was great to be able to text my wife at night from camp when I was out of cell coverage. Got my bike stuck pretty bad in black dragon wash outside green river Utah. Came within a few minutes of hitting the sos button. I started that morning with 6 liters of water. After spending two hours dragging my 458lb bike out of the ravine I was out of water and feeling the effects of the 101deg heat wave they were having that July. Finally was able to get my recovery strap around a small cedar tree and got it back on the trail. Having that inreach on me was comforting. It’s been part of my edc since then. I even use it from the cockpit of the plane I fly to text my wife. It’s an inexpensive piece of mind.

[@saintmykul]

The “Camp Fire,” that affected paradise is what made me take natural disasters more seriously. I will always remember the sky the day of the fire once it reached paradise…it was apocalyptic; and some of the friends I lost that day because they went back home only to get stuck in Paradise. I now always have a “go bag” ready now even though I live across the country.

[@manaelitefitness6186]

I would love for you guys to cover preparedness gear/ supplies for folks on a budget. I am a single income father with a wife and kids.

[@JohnSpurlock-yv7oh]

Check out dirty civilian. They cover a range of preparedness on budgets.

[@fairviewhomestead]

Also Bear Independent’s Channel. It’s overwhelming if you are starting from scratch (I am a witness for that) but I believe start with the basics food water shelter get a bit here and there. It will add up. Not everyone can store 1000 gallons of water but everyone can get 3-7 days at least as a start. Then go from there.

[@Todd-w5d]

There are 1.643 billion videos on KZbin about this. Go ham, take what’s good, leave what doesn’t make sense for you

[@no_step_on_snek9796]

​@@JohnSpurlock-yv7ohDirty Civilian is awesome. Don't forget the basics though. Have 2 weeks worth of water on hand or a way to run your well pump if you're on well water. Snag 50lb bags of rice from your local Asian market and pack it in mylar bags. Buy beans when they are on sale at the grocery store. Build a pantry. When you find an item you use frequently that's shelf stable and on sale, buy 2 or 3 and don't pull from your extra supply. Eventually you'll have food to last you for weeks, and then months. PSA has so many budget options for security. Piece it out if you need to. Buy your upper receiver this month, your lower assembly the next month, and mags and ammo the next. Train with the cheap stuff and worry about the expensive gear later. There's a lot of other things but....water, security, food in that order unless you or your family has special medical needs. In that case, check out Jase medical. They provide emergency antibiotics and also emergency prescriptions for things like inhalers and epi pens, and prescriptions.

[@marcusfenix9534]

City Prepping, Sensible Prepper, Canadian Prepper, Iraqveteran8888 are all great channels for your preparation needs. Like Op said, take the good, leave what doesn't apply or make sense, and spread the word.

[@MyGeneratorPlus]

Just spoke to a family that spent 13 days stuck on a mountain without power. Solar Generators can be tied into a house, expand capacity by adding batteries as you budget. Plug and play, super simple and mobile. Charge with a any type of panel, generator, vehicle or a regular plug socket. We have options for every budget and power output you need. Great Show!!

[@crazycdn8327]

@@PORSCHE_COUNTRY.I suspect you replied to the wrong person? Because your reply made no sense to their post.

[@beejp8]

Simpsonville, SC here. We lost electricity and have a natural gas Generac which we had checked/serviced twice in the last 3 months. It failed and we lost all freezer and refrigerator food. I had important documents, human items and dog stuff ready to go. We didn’t have to go! But as a prior military daughter and wife, I’ve always had a go bag and NAV bag with documents, luckily I was still a little prepared.🙏🏼🇺🇸

[@chupacabra304]

@@beejp8 :( that sucks about the generator, any idea why it failed?

[@beejp8]

@@chupacabra304 Called today and left a message. I figure they are “busy” installing for those who want to be “ready” for the next time! I totally get it.

[@PJOutside]

I ran my fridges and freezer off of a 1000 watt inverter on my Jeep. The fancy Samsung fridges create “noise” which trip the stupid gfci outlets on standard generators. They are great for Hurricane Helene’s, or truck camping with the fam.

[@beejp8]

@ Great to know! Thanks

[@MrKKUT1984]

As someone who's been through many major hurricanes like Katrina and host of other smaller ones I would recommend considering a generator that can take mutiple fuel types such as gas/propane bc you can store propane for much longer without it going bad. Also make sure you have as much fresh water as possible, you dont realize how much water you use till you dont have access to it.

[@ctrguy]

I’m in SoCal- earthquake & tsunami territory. For my fam of 3 I have 3 months of food & cooking fuel, 6 weeks water + filters, “protection” measures… Longer term, I’d go to an older friend’s property who stores tonnage of flour & grain to share, AND wants younger friends like me for protection!! Shit will go down at some point!

[@MartsEntertainment]

Bugging out in the Sonoran Desert more than carrying 40 gallons of water with us and a bright tarp that stands out from the terrain and we both have shemaghs(sp?) as well as cooling wraps for us and our dogs as well as extra food and water treats and what not for them. We have several mini solar powered packs, for some of our devices otherwise we run off propane or gas, we have our sleeping bags and I’d like to add a large sleeping platform as so much is on the ground, travel at night sleep by day. Thanks for all the amazing content!

[@karengouws8527]

Any more advice for bugging out in the heat.. Florida gets brutally hot and humid in summer w our hurricanes hit .. trying to figure out cooling????

[@ironsurvival7011]

Here in SoCal just got a 22KW Generac installed on my house two weeks ago. I’m a firefighter paramedic and live in a rural area not too far from where the Line Fire was set by arson. Two days before the Bridge fire broke out in the Glendora area I was bow hunting that area pretty sure my cameras I left there are gone lol we haven’t burned down here inSoCal in a while it’s primed and ready to cook off

[@zackerywelch8071]

So I was in the eye for Milton. Out of everything gas is what makes our world go around. If you have gas you can keep food and all the glimpses of normal life. I prepared, but watching those around me and how quick things turn is always a moment of relief for early preparations.

[@lightningthunder1536]

Kentucky, generator, tools, know how to use them! 2 to 3 weeks in food. 3 to 6 cases water. Winter time have propane for ventless fire place or wood burner. We have experience here with tornado last time. With out power for 7 days. Ice storms have had us down for almost 2 weeks.

[@jakewilliams9354]

Ky here also I definitely remember that ice storm 13 days no power wood stove and gas logs and cooking on Coleman stove and gas grill fun times 😃😃

[@KR-mt2zx]

North of Kentucky here. Had the ice storm, but in the early 90s, 2 weeks without power on that one. Thankfully, I had a small house with a wood burning fireplace, and it was, of course, cold, so I didn't lose anything that needed to be kept cold. Fast forward to 2011, my hubby and I experienced our first tornado. We managed that as well. The home we live in now we have a wood burning fireplace with an insert and just like I made use of a charcoal grill we have a propane grill (which if that fails we can cook other ways), but we have had straight line winds take out our power for 12 hrs. Which honestly wasn't a big deal to us, but thankfully, we would be alright if we did lose power.

[@Vadderax]

I agree with the whole Montana subject/example. In Boy Scouts, we would train and learn about these types of things. We would have to camp out throughout the year in all types of weather. We would learn to start different types of fires, navigation, shelter, and what to pack and plan. My favorite time is sleeping in snow caves. At the top of the mountain with 4ft of snow, wind blowing. With snow ghosts. It was a good life experience.

[@kwdoug]

Good morning from central Florida. We lucked out, and now starting the ...Lessons learned evolution. Outstanding show, thank you

[@MosaicHomestead]

For my chickens, I actually have a chicken bunker 😂...I'm not kidding, they can survive a catastrophic hurricane cat 5 hunkered down in their coop.

[@Empower_Training_Academy.]

In AZ I wouldn't recommend leaving go bags in the car during summer months. Many of the items won't survive. (From experience) Thanks guys! Great training!

[@motorcitymadman146]

I know you can't say it. But i connected my own generator to my house. 40 amp plug on porch, wired back to 40 Amp breaker in the box. Kill the main and back feed the hole panel. Cost to install 250 for parts 4 hours of my time. Powers everything in my home.

[@nickschoch7633]

I suggest water purification pump such as MSR guardian. I used it in the field as a primary water resupply for 2 to 4 guys. It works great as long as there's water. Severe drought can limit its use but it's wildly useful for emergencies or just teaching the kids something cool while out camping.

[@chriswhinery]

I've been using the MSR mini works for 20 years. Definitely the best on the market.

[@robertjordan4755]

This is my field of study, Emergency Management. I am excited to hear what you have to say. S/F

[@austinbratton9973]

The type of episodes I like EDC and survival lets gooooooo

[@alanwilliams2251]

Fantastic podcast as always gentlemen. Keep up the great input and information! God bless!

[@socialismo52]

Live in southern NM. Don't have to deal with storms like that, but power outages are something I think about. Heat and water are the things that keep me up at night. Slowly been building up water storage capabilities. I'm up to 40 gallons. Food supplies have been growing. Mostly dry goods in mylar bags, but after an accident with the fridge I've learned the importance of a chest freezer that can be connected to a generator, if needed. Only meat that I vacuum seal with ice packs. This really only gets us to about a month, off grid. So I think beyond that, being able to move to a better location with a more resilient community should be our long term goal.

[@chriswhinery]

I've been canning meat in case of a power outage. I do it like Grandma back in the day. Instead of a pressure cooker, I boil the jarred meat with some salt for 3 hours. Chicken, pork, and beef when I find them on sale.

[@socialismo52]

@chriswhinery I too have been watching the Russian meat canning videos when they pop up on my KZbin feed. Lol. Ive been playing with jarring jams, but meat makes me uncomfortable if I mess up. I need to start pickling the eggs our chickens lay.

[@chriswhinery]

@socialismo52 I was uncomfortable with the idea too. Had to try it though. Now that I've been doing it for a while with zero failure rate, I'm in 100%

[@sereneandkeen]

Most people can’t afford what this man is discussing, however prepared it would make an individual

[@waywayoutwest]

The idea is not to get all of it at once… gradually build up your stockpile as finances allow it. The main take away is to start prepping - not to be instantly prepared for any situation.

[@EdwardP1776]

Thank you

[@jackK5FIT]

Good recommendations. Living in a Gulf state, Katrina made me a believer. We practice all the things you discussed and feel as prepared as we can be for any of the likely scenarios. One thing that was not mentioned was waste disposal. If you remain in place for long that may be a concern. Build that as part of your plan.

[@thisisironclad]

Thank you for your insights! Waste disposal is definitely an important aspect of preparedness that often gets overlooked. It's great to hear you're taking proactive steps to stay ready for any scenario!

[@richarman4440]

Yeah alot of these folks here in big bend are retired and used their life saving to live here this is the issue I see here and also depend on some kind d of medication lot's of issues living here. I tell everyone that is planing g to move here are doyour due diligence there so many things that can go wrong quickly. Thanks for sharing this info.

[@bobblack3870]

Don't be cavalier about generators and propane when there is no experience to back it up. Please. Facts: a 500 gallon tank cannot legally be filled with more than 400 gallons. You only get 400 gallons to use when it is full; use propane for anything else, and you may find yourself with a quarter of that when you need it for generator use, and if it is a storm coming, your service truck will be too busy to service you. One gallon of gasoline has 88% of the energy of a gallon of diesel. One gallon of propane has 73% of the energy of gasoline. Thus, propane gallons burn up quickly. Most people running a generator do not comprehend how fast they will be able to empty whatever quantity of propane is available. It's only a good resource if it is used wisely and frugally.

[@YoungEagle444]

👍👍Thanks guys

[@Red_AIert]

Appreciate you guys. 🇺🇸

[@RavenOneThreeA]

Great video guys. You hit all the areas and all the things.

[@wayneking4590]

All good stuff! 20 years of hurricane survival have taught me a lot. A good quality generator (or 2) like Honda, Yamaha, Wen, etc. with as much gas as you can store. 10-20 cases of water or at least as much as you can store. Now that flooding is an issue in my area a row boat and floatation are a must for my and my 100lb dog...

[@user-mr2eo9we3n]

Water, life vests for flooded areas. I’ve watched videos of NC/FL of people standing too close to rushing water. Water is stronger than people imagine. First aid teach everyone in your family basic first aid because you might actually become the patient. Oxygen tank. List of contacts in a waterproof bag/container (family/friends/insurance/Red Cross or other community #’s). Solar/Battery operated camping fans. Preparedness/calmness/patience. I’m in FL and I see the most impatient people when power lines are down and the power doesn’t automatically come on after a storm. It took 13 days once to get power (something to think about before moving to FL). Our linemen work hard but they aren’t magicians 😂. 😊

[@MosaicHomestead]

Here in Puerto Rico, we are landlocked, the go bag isn't as important if you are not headed to a shelter, for extreme heat a generator isn't a given if it's a long term outage, I run a O2cool fan with a 12v adapter, for long term I use solar, if it's a catastrophic hurricane coming, I have a solar panel bunker on the roof of my house to store solar panels, the house is a above ground bunker.

[@karengouws8527]

Ty! Which O2cool fan are you using? And which solar panel do u use with that ? So confusing ..

[@MosaicHomestead]

@@karengouws8527 The O2cool that uses 6 D batteries, that's the 10 inch O2cool. For solar you would need to set up a small solar system, use a small 100w panel, a mini charge controller and a 12v lawn machine battery, the fan will run day and night with that set up, I use a O2cool fan every day, I built a adjustable pedestal for my fan, I have a video.

[@reddirtwalker8041]

The biggest problem is getting a spouse onboard. They see what's currently happening and say.....that's a hurricane, we don't have hurricanes here why we need to worry.

[@MrTrda]

😂 Mine says; “It won’t happen in our lifetime”.

[@DJTruth_1970]

My wife is on board completely, actually that’s how we met.

[@socialismo52]

Do it in small increments while normalizing the idea of just being prepared for small things. It allows you to incorporate that mindset into daily life. Having a constant set of spare batteries in a closet instead of having to order them everytime sort of deal.

[@PNWprepped.father]

My wife was never on board....until the covid fiasco. Now we have a portion of the budget carved out for things. I no longer have to use my "allowance" to secretly stash things away. And now, she sees it more than ever and has more trust in letting me make decisions for our families safety/security/and extended preparations.

[@reddirtwalker8041]

@@PNWprepped.father Lucky. My wife came around a little after COVID to the point we have a little more food stored but equipment.....why!?

[@derrickrr5516]

I have two teens with autism. I don’t have the time, patience or energy to explain what that means, the level of difficulty that adds, the increased demand it places on me. Sometimes I wonder if it’s even worth it, trying to be prepared for disasters or chaos when I consistently feel unprepared for the next regular moment, which is anything but “normal.”

[@MThomas001]

Nice Work! I really like this, as you are hitting topics that are current. Thanks

[@brentsaltzman1170]

I noticed that ole school paper road maps came into play with all the cell towers down and the lack of cell service.

[@PNWprepped.father]

Along with those papers maps, I have a large homemade map of the neighborhood with notes. Names of families, basic conversation notes for when I see them, and I small mark by some to identify as potential friend or foe. Get to know your neighbors!!!! Do an area study on your local "hood"

[@bhdw13]

I normally align with Mike and Andy, but our community also needs to focus on younger families as well. Between prices of place to live, taxes and such are hard enough. While a 22kW generator with multiple fuel sources is ideal, everyone needs to start somewhere. A smaller, sub $500 generator can work just as well, it can keep an electric cooler to keep perishables and certain medicines viafarlfor far longer. But if you buy gas in advance, you need store properly and use a stabilizer. Also, some generators are set up to run e85 ethanol based gasoline, though it is harder on engines. These also can be simply modified to run straight ethanol, which you can distill yourself from farm waste, especially from fall corn decorations and leftover pumpkin guts. A biolite stove uses very little wood fuel, but can charge cellphones and similar devices while you cook. You can put high quality survival and first aid manuals on your phone or tablet, and keep the device charged with that stove or a solar charger. A simple biolite stove add on allows you to cook and boil water, which is also a critical need to make clean water. There are cheap and safe small wood buring stoves with chimney kits for warmth, and run on foraged twigs and sticks in a pinch. If you are stranded in your home, clean water is critical and may be hard to come by, so a boiling water distillation kit is less than a hundred dollars and as long as you have fuel, will keep you well supplied. As cheap slingshot can keep a small family fed and their health up in bad situations such as the Western Carolinas are currently. Diet is super critical and a lot of survival foods are super high in sodium which will rob your body of critical hydration. The survival ration packs which is a putty blick that will keep you alive can be mixed with a little clean water and be used as a baby food, though I do not know how this will impact an infant long term. As Andy has said on his podcast before, we need to meet people where they are. A kiddie pool can be used to bathe with minimal water and a solid alcohol scrub of the pool afterward. It be incredibly helpful to see these truly very knowledgeable men tackle broke people survival. I'd like to see them tackle rooftop or apartment gardening and canning. A cheap or used dehydrator can let a family make survival foods like soups atbabfraction of the cost compared to big brand survial rations for pennies. As Sean Evangalista of 30 Seconds Out fame, a friend to Andy and possibly Mike, has said on shirts, stickers and patches, no one is coming, it's up to us - Expect to self rescue. But as these been teach, you have to start where people are at.

[@robski4236]

Is that all?

[@bhdw13]

@robski4236 ok, I may be addicted to examples, but as someone who believes in this stuff, and who is the parent of children in their mid 20s, this hits close to home for me. I see their and their contemporaries challenges up close and personally. Forgive me my passion.

[@RavenOneThreeA]

Thank you!

[@dakotaglory]

Seasonally dependent but the immediate need I noticed was drinking water and radio to comm with rescuers.

[@CHGLongStone]

You don't need the auto fail over, just make sure you have a "pony panel" so you can plug in the generator and support critical circuits (fridge, freezer, furnace etc.)

[@michaelgrayman7614]

As a person whose main threat is wildfires, the watch duty app is a must and has helped for sure.

[@karlchristie1856]

For those wondering why Mike recommends a 300 blackout, he says that because it’s smaller than the average 5.56 and according to him, the heavier slower projectiles are better at punching through auto glass…

[@BeardsFansSpurs]

Florida Big Bend area here, 3 hurricanes in the past year with power outages from 3-6 days each (80-90 degree heat). A few observations: - generators are great, but not as effective without an interlock switch - dual fuel w/ 50 amp capability are a must - a system to run your home can be done for less than $2k, including the interlock - if you have a camper, keep a separate generator to run it (I use a dual fuel inverter for this task) - If it’s a new generator, follow the break in process and keep extra oil and spark plugs on hand. This maintenance is critical. - If you evacuate your home for a safer structure during the storm, it doesn’t have to be far. Keep a chainsaw in your vehicle to get back home (chainsaw and generator have been the most used items). - Get a Starlink kit, even if it’s just to have on hand

[@duxdawg]

During the 1970s in Wisco we had power outages for 4-12 days each, 5-6 times each year. -23F to 108F. For us that's just normal life.

[@duxdawg]

I remember 11 feet of snow on the ground. We checked up on the old people in the neighborhood by looking for smoke from their chimmneys. (Because with single story houses and that much snow, the chimmney was literally the only thing sticking up above the snow. If there was smoke, they still had heat.)

[@onestarabove7027]

I lived off grid for four years as a single oldish female. The first thing you don’t really need is a generator. I had a stream on my property, a wood stove, an axe and could chop wood really well and you will chop a lot of wood, and a small single burner propane cook top. I also made an off grid shower from a tankless hot water heater. They make all in one units now so just google them. If you get a generator, get the smallest one you can to charge cell phones, run a fan, etc. A large generator should also be an inverter. If you get a small refrigerator, get the next to smallest size because it actually uses less power. They are about four feet high or so. But you really don’t need a generator. The cabin I lived in was hand built out of rocks on the property. Quartz containing rock. I’m not sure what was going on with all that quartz but my trail cameras would pick up things that were not there, like in another dimension or something. If I ran a fan that had a large copper motor, I would hear this weird Appalachian music like from another era. The man who built the cabin had also built a stone structure in the creek to hold milk and other perishables. He built a cistern to gather water from the stream after it had filtered through the sand. Always buy a three in one winter coat that is rated to thirty degrees below the lowest temp where you live. That cabin was so cold it never got above 42 degrees in the winter. The wind coming off the stream felt like a polar vortex. That temperature might not seem cold to some of you but in cold and damp North Georgia, it is freezing!

[@lisatremblay8506]

MAINE. No gas, no generator. Have blankets, snacks, kit, go bag ,water in car. Get a small tent for inside your house. Small spaces are easier to contain warmth.

[@fishrrelaxing9361]

If you are not mechanically inclined and understand how to work on small engines or at the very least clean the carb and jets.. do not get a gas generator.. it can fail at any point in time even if regularly serviced by a third party. Get a solar generator setup instead.. In Florida here and even though I get my generator out run it and service it every summer in preparation for the hurricane season.. it failed to start for me when I needed it.. took me hours in the dark and in the rain rolling the fuel system apart and cleaning it refueling it to get it running..

[@Ultra96706]

Get solar powered outdoor security lights. One thing that’s a sure thing is the sun will come up everyday, therefore, you can charge them during the day outside then use them in your house (every room and space) in place instead of relying on candles or propane lanterns.

[@jimmypaulgaard3644]

Another super knowledgeable guest. I appreciate this podcast

[@carleegamesandshorts9790]

Well... how nice you have, and are talking to people who have the financial ability to prep like this!! Alot of us will just have to perish if this is what it takes to survive!!!😢🤦‍♀️

[@graywind4326]

Lets face facts. Water, shelter and food. You must have those. Most of the people dying in these disasters did not evacuate. Have very little to nothing other than in their home. And never will have more. You couldn’t pay me to live in Florida or California. Nor Arizona or Nevada or even Texas. Excess Heat or bitter unending cold, no water resources , forest fires, hurricanes, earthquakes, floods are all tough to prepare for. Lots of people live where these are now issues. Climate change is real. Why that is I don’t care. You need to plan for unprecedented weather events. Industrial accidents too. People live everywhere. You need to know your threat matrix. Prepare for most likely. But evacuation is all you can do against some threats if you want to be sure.

[@andrewmichalak5471]

There is a company - RoamSat - that puts all of the Starlink battery, modem and antenna into one flat rechargeable package and can have strong magnet or suction feet - it's not cheap, but very portable and water proof

[@Chertoff88]

So of the 134 million working Americans in the U.S, 87% make less than $100k/years. Any tips for those who can't afford a $3,000 .300 blackout? Budget friendly tips?

[@lancerobinson9097]

Brn180 upper- $199 Psa upper- $300 Psa lower- $300 Aero lower- $380 Jakl complete - $1k Definitely ways to get what you need without spending 3k Deals on psa, brigade mag, foxtrot mike, midway and more

[@jakeclinton6571]

Yeah 300 blackout, side arm, satellite phone 75 gallon auxiliary fuel tanks, I see the wisdom but I get the feeling they may be outta touch with the average Joe lol. I’ve got firearms, ammo, wood burning stove and fuel, pickup, tractor, 50 gallons of potable water, water purification tabs, a well, and 50 lbs of rice and beans. I add stuff that can be traded , tobacco, whisky, additional ammo, etc. while I sit waiting for the revolution, stay ready, Godspeed all

[@sar4x474]

@@jakeclinton6571We can be friends. 👍

[@graywind4326]

@@jakeclinton6571300 blackout? Have a 5.56 upper too for when you run out of ammo. This country is full of 5.56 and .223 stock piled and carried by others that are armed both friend and foe.

[@mikasd9]

Have a budget. Stick to the budget. Live below your means. Buy it after a short amount of time

[@dcbour]

You comment on the generac - the challenge is most of those are powered by natural gas. When power fails, natural gas stops following too. As you summarized shortly thereafter a tri-fuel generator. don't believe the installed generac do tri-fuel. another consideration for installation in a portable unit with a generlink - it is a device the plugs into your outside meter socket and the meter plugs into it. it has a socket on the bottom to allow you to plug a generator directly into the house with wiring in a subpanel etc.

[@blake9574]

Keep in mind folks that gas powered generators are loud and will attract attention.

[@r3df1ns]

Great vid! In a survival or bugout situation, how much of your protection 'inventory' should you consider displacing with? Immediate evac would be sidepiece with complementing defense rifle but how many rounds and what about the remaining defense arms? Some of us would probably need an additional vehicle just for arms and ammo.

[@dagramirez]

The bigger your generator, the more energy would consume. Suggest for a < 10 Kw and limit your appliances to be energized. Because getting refills will be a nightmare!

[@jacobholle6743]

Do you think the recommendation to keep your go bag in your house is in case your vehicle is compromised somehow? I’m thinking like a flash flood or other fast acting natural disaster that could affect your vehicle before your house. If you have to take a different vehicle or leave on foot you can still grab your bag on your way out the door but if your car is washed away and your bag was in it now you’ve lost that as well.

[@ProjectMotive]

No mention of water storage as a prep for the east coast.

[@Mr_Clean]

"Have insurance...." Meanwhile Florida's Biggest Insurer Cuts Over 600K Policies After Hurricane Helene

[@Zednor9]

If a place becomes uninsurable like that, you should really have seen that coming and already moved somewhere more sane. There are very valid reasons why insurers won't insure those places, as the risk level of catastrophic losses have become way too high. Most of Florida is not a viable place to live anymore.

[@duxdawg]

These guys are too rich to understand how we live.

[@breakthechains8362]

That 300 blackout is essential during a lights out situation. Lol. That's an equalizer if you're outnumbered 3 or 4 to 1.

[@stevang4720]

Ammo for it is expensive. Dont get me wrong, great caliber. I'd rather run a 5.56 with 4x the ammo vs the 300 blk. Plus 5.56 is the most common AR rifle in the US

[@phild8095]

Gear ain't gonna save no one. Skills matter. Skills is practice with the knowledge, gear and supplies. Without practice, the gear, the knowledge, the supplies don't mean a thing. I had a conversation with a serious prepper lately, and I asked him how his garden did this year. He didn't have one, but he had seeds. I've been gardening for over a decade, still learning, still gaining skill. Same thing with a generator. What do you run, how long do you need to run it. Can you make the fuel in your vehicle last six weeks running a generator for you home and survival? Go bag ain't nothin if you can't carry it a serious distance. I can say this as a guy that rucks 900 to 1,100 miles a year at 67 years old. You must practice. You have to practice buttoning up the house. You have to practice first aid. Lots of people love to practice shooting, but few practice even the simple skill that will save a lot of money. What skill? Cooking. Yes, I know a prepper that considers cooking opening a mix and following directions.

[@ctrguy]

Guy LOVES saying “bugout” repeatedly but that is TRULY the VERY last option!! I’m not staying home if I’m gonna die but How much food, water, shelter, ammo can u take for a family, esp if there’s crazy evacuation traffic!?? Pls discuss strategies of bugging IN- the primary option esp with a family. I cannot imagine where I’d camp with my family, keep them safe & transport plenty of food & supplies!..

[@Jump-n-smash]

Google Pixel 9 also supports satcom, that feature is no longer exclusive to iPhone

[@lbdave562]

Go bag in the vehicle runs the risk of theft.

[@KlineKB]

Plus I feel like the entire “gun fight in the streets” is a bit much, not many scenarios call for a 300 blackout with 30 rounds in the us unless your fleeing your house from a hurricane but daily is to much

[@Anon-q2x]

I recently up'd my EMCOMM plan with a mobile GMRS (yes I have my license) and CB radio in addition to my fleet of UV-5Rs for part 97.401 times

[@DePalma.]

Amateur radio is my plan B for communication…baofengs are great:)

[@duxdawg]

No license needed for emergencies.

[@elijahperez159]

This is a great podcast. If you guys haven't already read it already you check out "Survival Theory" . I can't remember the author right now, but he is an ex Air Force Seres instructor I believe. The book is from 2016, but man it is so informative. I have also read " Prepared" by you too Mike. Another great book.

[@LukeTunkel]

How about this- how to offer valuable knowledge and skills to folks, to the end of not just making the necessary money to get prepared, but also build the resilient and capable community (and culture, too) of folks who can live through whatever is coming in a way that benefits its own great-grandchildren.

[@herja-youngodin2040]

Transporters are the only way to go for your survival gear. I have hand helds for sale. A little on the pricey side but I will give 10% off if you buy today!

[@hawaiiangunner]

I'd rather take the advice of a Outlaw Hunter who hasn't been caught for the last 20 years. Those are the skills that are going to be needed

[@DeOppressoLiber]

Thank you Gents for taking your time to educate us the regular folks and you guys cover a very important subject and situation. I would love to have you guys talk and cover the following subject and object such as Comms brand and type , weapons again caliber and brand , optics or reflex sight ,type of networking available for people in my area , group size limit , ride brand and type , food brand and type and shelter brand and type. Thank you guys in advance and god bless you both and your families and let’s hope and pray we have the items and never have to need it rather then not have it but definitely need it.

[@thecinematictourist1401]

Mike sounds like he's LDS. These are the same things the LDS church has said for 50 plus years.

[@Generichjm]

Mike grew up listening to “hey kemosabe” and “hey gigabyte, what’s the matter, your hard drive crash.

[@fedupamerican6534]

I have a 10kw and it works my entire house. I have all gas appliances and only a fridge and a freezer and 2 window units

[@willmartin792]

I carry a compact 45acp with 4 extra mags in a vest I have set up like the GWOT style. Small first aid kit. extra clip knife. small multi tool. mini flash light. An EDC bag with me that has extra ammo and fixed blade knife and chem lights with flash light. A Go Bag in the vehicle. I keep a tac armor vest with me. Looking for a SBR.. Have a 9mm folding rifle

[@bert3566]

Good stuff. Post that on YT. Maybe add some pepper spray/bear spray in the car. And then just ways to purify water, canned goods. Medical is super important, along with good connections with people. Good stuff!

[@backwardog1]

Cover next: DOD history of weather manipulation.

[@duxdawg]

If the fuds could actually control the weather, you can bet your bottom dollar they'd be charging us. They've been playing around with influencing weather since the 1950s. They can make small differences across small areas, but are still a long way from "control".

[@bravotwozero535]

People don’t like the admin side of preparedness. A simple risk matrix will show them the things they want to prepare for are unlikely and the things that are likely are tedious.

[@Daniel-pv8jl]

Let’s be clear, none of this shit or these “operators” ideas are real life. These are fantasy’s from combat vets who don’t have a war to fight anymore, no disrespect. The hurricane that hit us in NC is an example of no matter how prepared it doesn’t mean shit when it gets washed away. If you are in your home and water is coming in you aren’t going to say “let me get my go bag with my .300 blackout and my radio and my Gucci glock” you are just going to grab your family and go to high ground. The minutes or even seconds that you waste is life and death. If you are in Florida and dealing with hurricanes then you should be saving and preparing all year long to leave or stay which ever choice is best and if leaving is the option you should be leaving at least 5 days before it might hit. So in the Florida situation a go bag, rifle, handgun, radio and any other crap these guys want to think you need is fine. You do not need .300 blackout, he has some obsession with it, a simple 16in ar is fine, pull two pins and put it in the bag. I think a capable 4wd is a good idea, mountain floods, wild fires, hurricanes or people blocking the road those are situations you can use that vehicle to escape and I’m not talking about stupid jeeps or stupid diesel trucks, just a good reliable Toyota 4wd suv or truck with good AT tires and some recovery boards if you have space. You can buy a Canik pistol, excellent to secure in the vehicle or in a bag and cheap. Look into department trade in guns as well, have a budget and don’t worry about Gucci crap if it goes bang over and over it will probably be fine. So for our family we have a back in our closet by the front door. That bag has essential gear in it to get out in an emergency, next to the bag is a rifle I built with all the gadgets for like $1500 with the eotech and light. In the bag is medical with 4 tourniquets, a way to purify water plus tablets, a msr little burner with a little mess kit, lots of mountain house meals, emergency blankets, down blanket, socks, hats, gloves, and so much more but not over done or bulky. Just be reasonable and don’t get hype over these guys

[@duxdawg]

Heard more truth in this comment than their entire channel's playlists.

[@timboorn9454]

What's best the best additive to put in 5 gallon gas containers, and how long would that keep? Specifically for a small generator.

[@michaelzimmerman9221]

PRI-G the best additive because it’ll keep gas usable and allow you to use old gas, I’ve used it for years now and it’s absolutely amazing! I can store fuel for a year and it’s still good!

[@robertnelson1098]

MILITARY 5 GALLON METAL JERRY CAN WITH GOOD SEAL THAT CLOSES TIGHT. NEXT NON ETHANOL GASOLINE ADD STABIL BRAND STABILIZER.. MIX.. STORE IN THE SHADE. AWAY FROM EXTREME HEAT... 3 YEARS IS WHAT I TESTED TO ... PROBABLY GOOD FOR LONGER... BEST SYSTEM.... GOOD LUCK BROTHER and GOD BLESS....

[@stevang4720]

I use sta-bil....though I use the gas every few weeks, I'll dump it in my trucks fuel tank and refill it up when I top my truck off. Rotation is key my friend

[@michaelzimmerman9221]

@@stevang4720 I store 110 gallons constantly, but I do rotate it out! But I’ve got one 55 gallon drum that is over a year old and I’ve used it recently and it works just fine with PRI-G! You can put it in old gas and use it, which is what I like!

[@ghert3850]

Sta-bil

[@dleon0902]

Add First Aid Training.

[@thisisironclad]

First aid training is an essential skill

[@bigmike80073]

Why blackout over 5.56?

[@duxdawg]

Because they have more money than sense.

[@Sharon-k2c]

There are many people that only have a budget for rent and food! They can’t even evacuate because of limited finances. What do you suggest for these ones concerning preparing for the worst case scenario?

[@yamaharider58]

Be more mindful of your finances and purchases of said food. Look at better options that save you money and make a budget to slowly accumulate life saving tools over time

[@mrdark9916]

I have an idea. Work more. I would almost guarantee You have two days off every week.... Work one of them... That's a couple hundred bucks right there with a decent job

[@jeremyhartman1205]

I'll give honest answer....go to a thrift store buy a bag and some clothes $30, bandaids, gauze. Get a inexpensive hand2A, find overstock grocery store...or go to other grocery stores and look for clearance isle and buy 1-2 can/dry goods when you get groceries. $30 baeofang uv5r learn to program and features(don't transmit with out a license). When the zombies show up there will be plenty to scavenge off the ground

[@laconia316]

At the start of Trumps term he told all us "prepare for anything". I am see what he meant in many ways

[@zachmaruda7397]

Buying a 500 gallon propane tank sounds ridiculous. Who has money for that?

[@caseyvcollins]

I just bought 2-1000 gallon propane tanks for $4k total. It was a deal, but they can be found

[@tommysimmons5266]

Once again a tropical storm hit the mountains not a hurricane!!! One produced more rain than the other and the winds are the factor 60 mph is not a hurricane. And the damage came from breaching of 3 dams. Cause why didn’t north Georgia flood out with just the rain. And how do three storms hit the same county in Florida within 20 miles of each other? Tropical depression off Cuba and Mexico and they know exactly where the storm is going.

[@ninjambita5090]

Sounds like this is geared towards suburban and rural settings.

[@elianhernandez8593]

Fuel is a hard one how many gas and propane tanks can you really store in your home before it becomes dangerous

[@Ravespillo]

I feel the same way, feels like getting electric versions of all that stuff with solar generation options seems better in theory. It’s just that those electric alternatives are not as tried and true and still haven’t become proven tech. But if they got as good, it’d be an amazing alternative.

[@nonya411]

Android 15 is projected to have the satellite comms feature. I guess some Pixel phones already have it.

[@defining_moments]

Here in California we have earthquakes

[@lordhelmet2393]

Hello, not sure if this subject was touched upon. The subject in question being, why is a president from a foreign country meaning Ukraine, coming to the United States to visit ammunition Factories in Pennsylvania while a war is going on in the country he is supposed to be representing but is never in. WTF! Why is this being allowed.

[@duxdawg]

It's all bread and circuses to lull the masses.

[@beckjacob]

Don't get a Thuraya unless you're not in North America. Thuraya doesn't offer service in N. America.

[@MotoJB]

No, the best generator is solar generated, not gasoline/diesel Mike. Fuel goes bad and you will also run out of fuel in no time. Stacking fuel is typically very limited for most. I'd say keep the fuel for vehicles to bug out. Run your place on solar and have a smaller gas generator as backup if there is not enough solar. Solar is quiet and inconspicious. Solar batteries are more reliable. It's expensive but that's the best solution, if you can swing it.

[@JohnLee-jk5ew]

Didn’t help when dallas froze- nor did the wind turbines

[@-Alien_Residents-]

Are LoRa networks practical? Any communities using them yet? Could you set a network up in your community and see if it's worth while? Need 3-4 participating and maybe an Asian or someone that knows tech. Maybe more in numbers. I'll call around to see who I can get this to launch locally 3-4 at least, fund it even. Seems inexpensive. I don't really know anything myself other than it can work longer range than hand held radios. Comms are the problem in NC and sat phones are still out of reach. Low battery power needed.

[@coloradoguns]

Do what works for you , these are just examples they give based off their own circumstances 😅

[@DominoChild]

i would love to see more of this

[@FreeFood2]

Apple iPhone 15 and up with IOS 18 have satellite text and SOS function