Emergency Preparedness

This Is Wildfire offers everything you need to know about fire in one useful volume. Nick Mott and Justin Angle reflect on the history of humanity’s connection to flames, analyze how our society arrived at this perilous moment, and recount stories of those fighting fire and trying to change our relationship with it. Throughout, they give practical advice, from choosing your insurance and making your home resilient to burns, to packing an emergency go-bag and rebuilding after a fire.

Americans are afraid of their food. And for good reason. In 2011, the deadliest food-borne illness outbreak in a century delivered killer listeria bacteria on innocuous cantaloupe never before suspected of carrying that pathogen. Nearly 50 million Americans will get food poisoning this year. Spoiled, doctored or infected food will send more than 100,000 people to the hospital. Three thousand will die. We expect, even assume, our government will protect our food, but how often do you think a major U.S. food farm get inspected by federal or state officials?

Written in a relatable and empowering tone with plenty of personal anecdotes and case studies to aid comprehension and engagement, this is the perfect book for anyone looking to further their understanding of how they can stay safe as women.

In today's chaotic and scary world, your wife, your daughter, and especially your mother need to know all 97 safety tips found inside to keep themselves safe. Do them a huge favor: download this audiobook for them right now and ensure your loved ones stay safe at home, around the neighborhood, while out shopping, while travelling, and everywhere else, too.

Former Special Forces soldier Ollie Ollerton passes on all the specialist skills, knowledge and mindset learnt over the course of a life that has experienced some of the world's toughest conditions and most hostile situations: whether that's fending off a wild animal at 10 years-old, serving in the elite Special Forces, or mountaineering in the ice-capped Himalayas. This essential guide meticulously teaches you how to prepare your instincts, ready your mentality and hone your survival skills so that you have the tools and know-how to survive whatever comes next.

Teenagers face unique challenges when it comes to situational awareness. These challenges are only exacerbated by the constant physical and biological changes teens are subjected to. As young people learn to deal with these changes, they begin to explore the limits of their individuality. Unfortunately, this process often involves unnecessary risk-taking. The key to keeping teens safe during this time is to keep them alert and engaged with their environment. Spotting Danger Before It Spots Your Teens is designed around principles of positive communication, trust, and teamwork.

When Disaster Strikes Atlanta: The Ultimate Urban Survival Guidebook is your essential tool for navigating emergencies in the heart of the South. From flash floods to heatwaves and cyberattacks, this guide equips Atlantans with actionable strategies to protect themselves, their families, and their communities. Drawing on the expertise of a former paramedic and Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) member, this book provides tailored advice to address Atlanta’s unique risks, such as tornadoes, traffic gridlock during emergencies, and flooding in areas like Peachtree Creek. Whether you ...

When Disaster Strikes Denver: The Ultimate Urban Survival Guidebook is your essential resource for preparing and surviving emergencies in the Mile-High City. From flash floods to wildfires and sudden winter storms, this guide equips Denver residents with practical strategies to face Denver's unique challenges with confidence. Written with the firsthand knowledge of a former paramedic and Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) member, this book combines actionable advice with insights tailored to Denver’s distinct geography, climate, and infrastructure. Whether you’re living in the ...

Since a workplace incident, Anton Guinea has been a changed man. He changed the way he worked, to prevent being injured again. He changed his career to allow him to speak to people around the world about safety, and he changed his outlook on life. In this book, Anton considers some of the most important safety topics that he hears from employees and he replies to each of these topics in a very conversational style. This book is a one on one chat with a worker who could be you, someone you work with or someone in your company.

In this comprehensive resource, survival expert Jack X. Wilder shares life-saving techniques that anyone can learn, no medical background required. Through real-world experience and step-by-step guidance, you'll discover exactly how to respond to emergencies involving children, elderly individuals, and those with special needs, even when professional help is miles or minutes away.

Falling is a sobering, amusing, and often poetic meditation on the wonders and risks of working aloft. Rigger Brion Toss takes you into a world of masts, towers, stadiums, pure air, and adrenaline as he recounts more than 40 years worth of stories of things gone awry at altitude. From dropped tools to collapsed towers to near-fatal falls, the litany of accidents and near-accidents is long…and the sometimes miraculous outcomes are both instructive and thought-provoking.

Worried about keeping your family safe in a disaster? Overwhelmed by the sheer amount of prepping advice out there? This book is your all-in-one solution, offering clear step-by-step guidance to ensure you’re ready for anything. The Prepper’s Survival Bible has got you covered: with food stockpiling, DIY home defense, essential first aid, and so much more.

Survival Medicine Essentials: Be Your Own First Responder When Help Isn’t Coming When disaster strikes and medical help is out of reach, will you know what to do? Survival Medicine Essentials is your ultimate guide to handling medical emergencies off-grid, in crisis situations, or when professional care is unavailable. Whether you’re a prepper, homesteader, or outdoor adventurer, this book equips you with life-saving knowledge to protect yourself and your loved ones.

This isn’t just another cookbook. It’s a reference for preparing for the challenges our new normal presents—rampant inflation, supply chain and just-in-time delivery issues, unemployment, natural and manmade disasters, political unrest, and more—while trying to feed our families well, helping them transition from our former prosperity to what will be poverty and malnutrition for many. It may even be TEOTWAWKI—The End of the World as We Know It. But not for us if we plan accordingly and utilize our resources well. To avoid that malnutrition in our children, they require milk with ...

From the assassination of President William McKinley on September 6, 1901, to the mass killing at Columbine High School on April 20, 1999, the 20th century saw many murderous events that are difficult to contemplate but have become a part of the national history. This reference book is divided into three parts. Part One, arranged chronologically, details 53 of the most famous murder cases of the 20th century in the United States.

What was it like at the epicenter, inside the health system that cared for more COVID-19 patients than any other in the United States? Leading Through a Pandemic: The Inside Story of Lessons Learned about Innovation, Leadership, and Humanity During the COVID-19 Crisis takes listeners inside Northwell Health, New York's largest health system. From the C-suite to the front lines, the book reports on groundwork that positioned Northwell as uniquely prepared for the pandemic.

Practicing preparedness skills can also be a lot of fun! You can turn it into a game, challenge your friends, and even involve your family. Remember the fire drill you had at school? That was a practice session to help you know what to do in case of a fire. By continuing to practice, you will become more efficient in executing emergency plans, which will lead to a sense of achievement and a peace of mind. Moreover, practicing preparedness skills helps you become a leader and a role model for others. Imagine if a friend or a family member is unsure about what to do during an emergency.

Nuclear war, hurricanes, pandemics, global economic collapse, or the power grid goes down. Name your disaster - you need to be prepared. The best way to be as prepared as possible is to build an emergency bunker. I will teach you how! Then, I’ll explain why you’re likely listening to this book. I'll go in-depth into how to plan, design, build and prepare your emergency shelter. I will cover all aspects so you can find a shelter that meets your needs and living situation.

When Disaster Strikes San Diego: The Ultimate Urban Survival Guidebook is your essential resource for navigating emergencies in America’s Finest City. From wildfires and earthquakes to power outages and flooding, this comprehensive guide equips San Diego residents with the knowledge and tools needed to protect themselves, their families, and their communities. Drawing on the expertise of a former paramedic and Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) member, this book combines expert insights with actionable steps tailored to San Diego’s unique challenges. Whether you’re preparing for...

When Disaster Strikes Miami: The Ultimate Urban Survival Guidebook is your essential resource for navigating emergencies in the vibrant yet vulnerable Magic City. From hurricanes and flooding to power outages and industrial accidents, this guide equips Miamians with actionable strategies to face the city’s unique risks with confidence. Written by a former paramedic and Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) member, this book combines expert insights with practical advice tailored to Miami’s distinct challenges. Whether you’re preparing for hurricane season, securing your home ...