My friends from Florida are still picking up the pieces from Hurricane Idalia, and it might be days, if not weeks, before they, along with authorities, residents, and insurers, have a clear picture of the damage caused by the storm. Nonetheless, we can already see three valuable lessons that Florida, and all the other states, … Read more
Hurricane Idalia, like many other natural disasters, has brought devastating consequences to affected areas, leaving homes and vehicles submerged in floodwaters. One of the most significant challenges following such an event is dealing with flood-damaged vehicles. If your car has been submerged or partially flooded during the storm, you need to take immediate action to … Read more
A rare blue supermoon could raise tides above normal just as Hurricane Idalia takes aim at Florida’s west coast, exacerbating flooding from the storm. The moon will be closest to the Earth on Wednesday, the same day Idalia is expected to make landfall in Florida. While a supermoon can make for a spectacular backdrop in … Read more
Idalia strengthened into a hurricane early Tuesday and is forecast to intensify quickly into an extremely dangerous major hurricane before making landfall over Florida’s Gulf Coast Wednesday, the National Hurricane Center says. Its path is expected to impact a wide central portion of the state, including cities such as Tampa and Orlando. It’s likely to … Read more
I wanted to talk to you about paracord, the nylon cord that’s versatile and comes with a whole bunch of uses and benefits. Seriously, I think it’s a must-have for preppers and, honestly, just about anyone. For me, it’s like the duct tape of cords. The legit stuff contains seven tough nylon cords within it. … Read more
Want to safeguard your privacy? It might seem like a lost cause in today’s world, but there are definitely steps you can take to maintain some level of privacy. Here’s my rundown of “Do’s & Don’ts” that have worked for me. It’s no secret that our personal and financial privacy is constantly under threat. Countless … Read more
If there’s one important skill that I would recommend you to learn for first aid, it’s how to stop a wound from bleeding. This method surprisingly works effectively for most everyday cuts, even the ones that seem too big for this technique. In most cases, the key step is applying pressure. Here’s what I mean: … Read more
I have always been fascinated by the raw power of nature, and I understand the allure of thunderstorms, especially the strikes of lightning. Electricity. Power. Sure, I’m amazed, but I also remember that lightning storms pose a serious threat. So, I’ll share tips and tricks that I’ve learned to keep you safe from the dangers … Read more
When I say bandana, the first thing that may come to your mind is the one you wear on your head, or the one you use as a handkerchief. Beyond that stylish accessory, there’s more that a bandana can offer. And when I say more, I mean life-saving purposes. Let me share with you 28 … Read more
The heat is beating us, and bottled waters especially when going outside is a must. Now, when traveling, how many of you drove around with plastic water bottles in your car? I’m sure there’s a lot. If you do this, you may notice that bottled water tastes like plastic after a while. So today, we’re … Read more