Spring is finally here and summer is just around the corner, which means you will likely find yourself near a water source of some kind — be it a lake, river or stream. With that come a few inherent risks you need to be aware of.

Turns out California’s Bay Area is overdue for a MAJOR earthquake. This week’s roundup of must-read articles looks at how much damage a disaster of that magnitude (pun intended) would do to major population centers — plus what you must do to prepare.

One of the biggest dangers associated with flash flooding is becoming trapped in a vehicle that is suddenly overcome with rushing water. It happens so fast you won’t be able to open the windows or force the doors open. Here are four tips on how to survive a swiftly sinking vehicle.

Here are a five ways to gather intelligence after a disaster. Hopefully, these techniques will help you and your family get the information you need to stay safe if a crisis erupts in your town — shutting down your usual means of communication.

There are all kinds of different knives out there, from pocketknives to machetes. Which ones should you buy? How should you care for them? Is it legal to carry them around? Today, I’ll answer all these questions — and more.

If you carry a concealed weapon, you shouldn’t be afraid to use it if you have to. Today, Jeff Anderson offers three concealed carry tips to keep in mind if you’re packing while out and about.

The thing is having a security system with cameras can be a huge deterrent for criminals. But your system is worthless if it’s not set up properly and the devices are not placed in the right areas.

Packing a bag with essential supplies to help you survive and give you time to get somewhere safe (or for help to arrive) is one of the most basic ways to prepare for any number of emergencies. Today, discover three common mistakes to avoid when putting together a bug-out bag of your own.

This week’s batch of must-read articles looks at the lessons we can all learn from the recent disaster in Kauai — as well as the No. 1 gun accessory to stock for an emergency, whether or not it’s safe to stock up on fish antibiotics for survival and more.

As gun owners, we are responsible for our firearms whether they are on our person or stored in our home. Here are some specific things you can do to protect your firearms — in addition to the security measures you should already have in place for your home.

The best way to avoid any potential danger is to do everything in your power to prevent it from happening in the first place. Below, security expert Jason Hanson runs down seven car safety tips to help you stay out of harm’s way.

This week’s mailbag addresses the pros and cons of a DIY home security system, how to browse the internet without being tracked, the best way to secure firearms in your home — and more.

Lack of water contributes to the spread of infectious diseases because you’re unable to maintain basic cleanliness and hygiene. This article runs down five simple steps to help you keep your space clean when you don’t have access to running water. 

One of the most overlooked aspects of survival and preparedness is the critical documents you will need to restore some sense of normalcy after a disaster. Here are the best ways to keep them safe at home and on the road.

Today, Modern Combat & Survival’s Jeff Anderson shares a weird “Jedi mind trick” to help you regain the offensive from an attacker. Read on to find out exactly what this “trick” is and how you can use it to avoid a potential mugging — or worse.

This week’s batch of must-read articles covers every aspect of safety and survival from cybersecurity to self-defense to emergency preparedness — starting with a natural disaster virtually no one is ready for.

Considering how important door security is in a lockdown situation, I want to share with you a few simple things you can do to protect entryways and stop criminals from coming into your home, business or classroom.

It’s not enough to have a gun at home or carry a concealed firearm if you falter or hesitate when it comes time to use it. Today, Caleb Lee from Prepared Gun Owners reveals a quick and easy drill to test your defensive shooting skills.

This week’s mailbag features a wide variety of survival questions — from flying with firearms to escaping a flash mob to protecting your kids in a disaster even when they’re far from home.

Today, Cade Courtley opens up about a personal health struggle and explains why when it comes to preparedness it’s important to take care of your body, too.

If you want to survive, you’ve got to eat. Today, I want to share with you some thoughts on hunting, trapping and fishing in survival situations.

Database specialist Brodie Mower outlines 11 ways your personal information is exposed on a daily basis — without you even realizing it. Plus, you’ll discover what you can do to protect it.

Here are some of the biggest cyberattacks over the last week, plus several ways you can protect your information whether or not it has been compromised.

If utilizing a storage unit as a bug-out location seems like a viable alternative for your family, here are some other pros and cons to think about.