Preparedness Foundations

Before you can handle emergencies, you need to master the basics. These guides cover the fundamental skills and supplies that apply across almost every situation: water, food, power, first aid, communication, and home safety.

How Much Water to Store

Calculate your household's water needs. The 1-gallon-per-person rule and when you need more.
Water Purification Methods

Boiling, filtering, chemical treatment, and UV. When to use each method.
Emergency Food Storage Basics

Building a practical food supply. What to store, how to rotate, and avoiding common mistakes.
Cooking Without Electricity

Safe alternatives when the power goes out. Camp stoves, grills, and no-cook options.
Portable Power Stations

Battery backups for essential devices. Capacity, output, and choosing the right size.
Building a First Aid Kit

Essential medical supplies and how to customize for your family's needs.
Family Communication Plan

How to reconnect when phones don't work. Meeting points and out-of-area contacts.
Bug-Out Bag Essentials

What to pack for 72-hour evacuation. Practical, not tactical.
Essential Documents to Protect

Which papers to safeguard and how to store copies for emergencies.
Fire Safety and Prevention

Smoke alarms, escape plans, and fire extinguisher basics. Prevent and respond.
Water Storage Basics

How to store water safely for emergencies. Containers, treatment, and rotation.
Food Storage Basics

Building and maintaining an emergency food supply. Shelf life and rotation.
Emergency Power Options

Generators, solar, and battery backup. Choosing the right power solution.
First Aid Basics

Essential first aid knowledge for emergencies. When to treat, when to seek help.
Family Communication Plan

Staying connected when phones fail. Meeting points and out-of-area contacts.
Mental Resilience

Staying calm under stress and supporting family during emergencies.
Home Security Basics

Non-weapon security measures. Locks, lighting, and alarm systems.
Document Protection

Securing important records from disasters. Physical and digital backup.
Hygiene and Sanitation

Maintaining cleanliness when water is limited or plumbing fails.
Community Emergency Planning

Building neighbor networks and mutual aid for collective resilience.