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11/18/2018

Click to learn about the 7 Types of Leaders During a Crisis and see which one you are, or should be. Plus, a free download.

10/25/2018

Next world update coming at the end of 2019. Watch ENERGY FROM SPACE: https://youtu.be/nsqZJP54shg Learn More: http://magneticreversal.org Explore Further ht...

09/24/2018

05/21/2018

Most families understand the importance of being prepared for all sorts of emergencies, including natural disasters such as earthquakes, tornadoes and even volcanic eruptions in some areas. However, the problem lies when a family tries to plan and prepare for such disasters. In such cases, a family....

10/02/2017

I have joined forces with Good to Go Survival and Prep. Please head over to their page to be part of the great conversation.

09/28/2017

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2018 Conference Page: http://www.observatoryproject.com/otf2018 Conference Speakers: https://youtu.be/DtyEL2OI1Bc http://www.Suspicious0bservers.org http://w...

09/26/2017

The case for Hurricane Irma as the worst Atlantic hurricane ever. - Images from GOES Satellites 2018 Conference Page: http://www.observatoryproject.com/otf20...

09/19/2017

Scientists found the fungus Aspergillus tubingensis breaking down plastic in a rubbish dump in Islamabad, Pakistan.

07/10/2017

“All opponents are not necessarily enemies. But both enemies and opponents carry certain characteristics in common. Both perceive their opposite as an obstacle, or an opportunity, or a threat. Sometimes the threat is personal; other times it is a perceived violation of standards or accepted norms of society.”
― Timothy Zahn, Star Wars: Thrawn

06/06/2017

the Pet Preparedness Social Media Toolkit has safety and preparedness messages you can share on your social media channels. You can either copy these messages directly or customize them to reach your audience.

The Pet Preparedness Social Media Toolkit has safety and preparedness messages you can share on your social media channels. You can either copy these messages directly or customize them to reach your audience.

05/13/2017

This is a Wordfence public service security announcement for all users of computers running any version of Windows.

This is a Wordfence public service security announcement for all users of computers running any version of Windows. We have confirmed that a serious virulent ransomware threat known as WannaCrypt0r/WannaCry has affected Windows computers on shared networks in at least 74 countries worldwide, with 57...

05/09/2017

Equal access to online information is once again under serious threat. John Oliver encourages internet commenters to voice their displeasure to the FCC by vi...

04/27/2017

04/26/2017

04/08/2017

I am pleased to announce the dates of OSU Extension’s 2017 food preservation classes. One thing to notice about this year’s classes is that the majority of them will be held at the Providence Milwaukie Hospital Community Teaching Kitchen. Registrations for these classes are not available yet, but they will be coming. To find out more about these classes and other events, visit our website.

04/05/2017

"The purpose in using this new unit is to teach firefighters the early warning signs of hazardous, impending flashover conditions that firefighters cannot survive even in firefighting gear so they will know how to manage the conditions or know when it is time to get out of the affected area," Foret said.

A new specialized training unit exposes firefighters to live fire conditions with temperatures in excess of 1,200 degrees,

03/29/2017

I rail on the millennial generation a lot, more accurately I rail on their parents (my generation) for not teaching them life skills and frankly reality. Well, you can bitch about things or your can provide solutions, and I try …

03/27/2017

The validity of the research methodology and conclusions expressed in the article quoted above has been criticized by other disaster preparedness experts, who have noted that the event on which the article was based was a rescue exercise and not an experiment which simulated an earthquake:

Does a 'Triangle of Life' article provide good advice about earthquake safety?

03/21/2017

Video games used to see how a population will react to news of the end of the world - imf says no to loan $ - new extreme tactics

Video games used to see how a population will react to news of the end of the world - imf says no to loan $ - new extreme tactics Help us make every video ev...

03/11/2017

IT’S A DISASTER! ...and what are YOU gonna do about it? is a unique customizable disaster preparedness and basic first aid manual for agencies, businesses, volunteers, nonprofits and others to help whole communities prepare for the unexpected.

Fedhealth disaster preparedness and first aid book helps communities prepare and funds first responders nonprofits and others

02/28/2017

A short film about the collapse of the western empire and the first world. What guns will you need to survive a collapse? What items? Will you meet with and talk with others as a crisis event unfolds?

A short film about the collapse of the western empire and the first world. What guns will you need to survive a collapse? What items? Will you meet with and ...

02/18/2017

This grief belongs to your friend: follow his or her lead.

02/15/2017

"I like to think you are becoming a prepper because you want to take control over your life and actions. Remember, you do not want to be scared – you want to be aware."

There is never a ‘bad’ time to start Preparing (Unless it’s after SHTF 😉 ), but it seems that now is a perfect time to become prepper and survivalist. I’m seeing and hearing from a lot of folks, that for various reasons, are now interested in preparing.

02/08/2017

I am rewatching the movie Contagion from 2011 it's got some great information and I find the ending very very interesting. What are thoughts on movie.

02/04/2017

It’s one thing for the tin foil wearing on head types of folks to prepare for doomsday, but it’s altogether another when the world’s wealthiest begin to prepare for the breakdown of civilization. But that’s exactly what some of the richest individuals are doing.
Read more at http://thefreethoughtproject.com/rich-elitists-begin-preppers/ .99

The world's richest one percent are now preparing for the collapse of society, and the economy as they amass food and ammo and become preppers.

01/26/2017

The following are alternative government agency/administration twitter accounts established after the trump administration gag orders:

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01/20/2017

01/04/2017

Please share if you know anyone who lives in Portland and is deaf or hard of hearing.

Thanks to a grant from the federal government, Portland Fire & Rescue will is installing FREE specialized smoke alarms in qualified homes of deaf and hard of hearing Portlanders. These specialized alarms work with standard smoke alarm systems to alert deaf and hard of hearing individuals to the presence of fire or carbon monoxide by emitting a flash or shaking a bed. Firefighters will install the alarm in homes and also do a home safety inspection if requested.

Smoke alarms save lives! Deaf and hard of hearing people need specialized smoke alarms. If you wear hearing aids or cochlear implants that you take off before you go to sleep, you also need a specialized alarm to be alerted to fire or carbon monoxide danger.

To apply for the program, complete the online application at www.FlashShakeWake.org and have your medical professional complete the Certification of Eligibility on the website and submit as directed.

If you need help filling out the application, call 503-823-3752 for assistance or email the program at [email protected].

Thank you.

12/31/2016

How much does a first-time DUI cost in Oregon?

The actual fines, fees, assessments, and legal expenses vary, but here are some approximate figures:

Diversion fee: $500.00
Evaluation fee: $150.00
Victim Impact Panel fee: $40.00 – $50.00
Drug and alcohol treatment: $500.00 – $750.00
SR-22 insurance and hardship application: $200.00
Interlock Ignition Device for one year: $900.00
Legal fees: $1,000.00 – $3,000.00