In this edition of the Weekly Drop, you’ll learn how to survive a tsunami, two effective practice drills to take to the range, a great home security tip from a retired police officer that’s so easy, you could implement it today.
Black Bag Confidential
Why You Can’t Rely on the Government for Relief
In an emergency situation you never, ever want to rely on the government. You have to be self-sufficient and able to provide enough food and water for your family to outlast the crisis. Here’s how.
Three Post-Disaster Scams to Avoid
Unfortunately, as victims of Hurricane Harvey return to their homes and businesses to face the daunting challenge of rebuilding their lives, there will be fresh dangers waiting for them. To avoid being duped, watch out for these three common scams.
Three Castle Doctrine Myths That Could Cripple You After a Self-Defense Shooting
Last year, combat Marine, police officer and security expert Danny Lane wrote a piece on “stand your ground” or “no duty to retreat” laws. As Danny notes, these laws and doctrines are not without controversy — something I think Jeff Anderson of Modern Combat & Survival would agree with. In this article, Jeff debunks three myths about these laws that — if you fall for them — could ruin everything you risked your life to save.
Another Storm Is Brewing
Right now, various parts of the United States are consumed with fire and flood. Your town could very well be next. Please take a look at this week’s must-read articles. There are several urgent warnings, along with valuable survival advice.
Hurricane Water Survival Checklist
When making emergency preparations, water should be at the top of your list. If you’re prepared with these four items, you won’t have to worry about having clean drinking water for your family during a crisis.
Is It Safe to Microchip Your Pets?
Welcome to the Weekly Drop. I received a lot of thoughtful feedback on the topic of implanting microchips in humans, including an important question regarding current applications of microchipping in animals.
Alone and Afraid – But Alive
Getting lost in the wilderness can be a terrifying experience and I know Labor Day weekend is a popular time for hiking and other outdoor activities. So today, I want to share some tips on what to do in case you ever find yourself stranded in the middle of nowhere.
The Biggest Threat Facing Our Country (It’s Not What You Think)
Without a doubt, North Korea poses a legitimate threat to the entire world — just look at the latest reports of ballistic missile tests over Japan. That being said, there is a country some people would argue is an even greater threat to our nation and democracy in general.
Evacuate From Your Home in Less Than 10 Minutes
It’s crazy how history repeats itself. We published the article below in Spy & Survival Briefing almost a year ago to the day — on Aug. 22, 2016 — and here we are again. Please take a moment to read this article and then consider your own evacuation plan. Because next year, this could be you.