I never imagined that I would be writing so much about fertilizer in 2022.  When I was growing up, there were only two things that I knew about fertilizer.  I knew that it helped stuff grow and I knew that it smelled bad.  But these days, experts are telling us that a global shortage of fertilizer could result in horrifying famines all over the world.  Right now, to a very large degree we are still eating food that was produced in 2021.  But by the end of the year, to a very large degree we will be eating food that was produced in 2022.  Unfortunately for all of us, it appears that a lack of fertilizer will mean that far less food is grown in 2022 than originally anticipated.

Thanks to an unprecedented explosion in energy prices, we were already facing a fertilizer crisis even before the war in Ukraine, but now that war has definitely taken things to the next level.

Under normal conditions, a great deal of the world’s fertilizer comes from either Russia, Belarus or Ukraine…

A fertilizer shortage has added to growing concerns about the Ukraine war’s impact on the price and scarcity of certain basic foods.

Combined, Russia and Belarus had provided about 40% of the world’s exports of potash, according to Morgan Stanley. Russia’s exports were hit by sanctions. Further, in February, a major Belarus producer declared force majeure — a statement that it wouldn’t be able to uphold its contracts due to forces beyond its control.

Russia also exported 11% of the world’s urea, and 48% of the ammonium nitrate. Russia and Ukraine together export 28% of fertilizers made from nitrogen and phosphorous, as well as potassium, according to Morgan Stanley.

Global hunger rose significantly in both 2020 and 2021, but what we are going to be dealing with in the months ahead is going to be completely unlike anything that we have dealt with in the past.

In fact, one commodity expert that was interviewed by CNBC is extremely pessimistic about what is ahead…

“All of this is a double whammy, if not a triple whammy,” said Bart Melek, global head of commodity strategy at TD Securities. “We have geopolitical risk, higher input costs and basically shortages.”

We have never seen anything like this before.

Since the beginning of 2021, some fertilizer prices have “more than doubled”, and some fertilizer prices have more than tripled…

Some fertilizers have more than doubled in price. For instance, Melek said potash traded in Vancouver was priced at about $210 per metric tons at the beginning of 2021, and it’s now valued at $565. He added that urea for delivery to the Middle East was trading at $268 per metric ton on the Chicago Board of Trade in early 2021 and was valued at $887.50 on Tuesday.

And in some parts of the globe it is even worse.

In Peru, fertilizer prices have experienced an “almost fourfold” increase…

The global fertilizer squeeze exacerbated by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is imperiling rice production in Peru, where the seed is a staple for tens of millions of people.

Prices of the crop nutrient urea have surged almost fourfold amid supply scarcities, adding to cost inflation for growers, according to the Peruvian Association of Rice Producers.

That same article goes on to explain that many farmers in Peru won’t be able to afford to plant crops at all this year.

If that sounds familiar, that is because this is something that I have been warning about for months.

In particular, here in the United States it simply is not going to be profitable for many farmers to grow corn this year, because corn needs a high amount of fertilizer.

All over the world, far less fertilizer will be used in 2022, and that means that far less food will be grown.

There will be famines, and one expert is even warning that food scarcity will “touch people in the lower income distribution in North America”…

“We’re talking about an erosion of food security on a scale we have not seen for a long time, and I think it will touch people in the lower income distribution in North America,” he added.

But as long as you have a decent income, you will still be able to go to the store and buy food in the months ahead.

It just might cost you a lot more.

During a recent interview with Tucker Carlson, farmer Ben Riensche warned that Americans could soon be paying a thousand dollars more a month for their groceries…

“Soaring fertilizer prices are likely to bring spiked food prices. If you’re upset that gas is up a dollar or two a gallon, wait until your grocery bill is up $1,000.00 a month, and it might not just manifest itself in terms of price. It could be quantity as well. Empty Shelf syndrome may be starting.”

Can you afford to pay $1,000 more for groceries every month?

If not, you better stock up now while prices are still relatively reasonable.

Of course there are certain things that you will not be able to stock up on because they simply aren’t there.

Shortages are intensifying all over the country, and in particular we have seen an alarming shortage of pasta begin to happen in certain stores.  The following comes from an article that was just posted on All News Pipeline…

First, it was Eggs and now it’s also Pasta.

The eggs have been missing for well over a week now and yesterday morning I was surprised to see the pasta was also mostly bare. Also, some of the shelves have the old COVID trick of pushing everything together and up to the front of the shelf!

This is Sioux Fall SD!

No eggs for over a week!

Very little pasta left!

Of course the shortage of eggs is related to the shortage of pasta, because eggs are used in making pasta.

I have been trying to explain to my readers that this new bird flu pandemic is going to be a really, really big deal.  As I mentioned yesterday, 28 million chickens and turkeys are already dead in less than two months, and things are already so bad that pasta is starting to disappear from our store shelves.

If things are this crazy already, what will conditions be like six months from now?

You might want to think about that.

I have been trying to sound the alarm about a coming global famine for years, and now it is here.

Global food riots have already started, but what we have seen so far is just the tip of the iceberg.

Like I said at the top of this article, for now we are still eating food that was produced last year to a large degree.

Just wait until we get to the end of this year and beyond.

It won’t be pretty.

Unprecedented times call for unprecedented measures, and I hope that this article will give you a sense of urgency to take action.

Unfortunately, most people still assume that everything will turn out just fine somehow, and so they won’t do anything to get prepared until it is far too late.

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For years, there was a great debate about what the future of our society would look like.  The irrational optimists kept assuring us that we would never suffer any serious consequences for decades of incredibly foolish decisions, and they kept promising that a new golden age of peace and prosperity for humanity was just around the corner.  Meanwhile, others were warning that humanity would soon be plunging into an abyss filled with endless nightmares.  Instead of a utopian new chapter in our history, we were warned that war, hunger, pestilence and relentless economic problems were on the horizon.

Prior to 2020, to a lot of people it seemed like the irrational optimists might be right after all.

Yes, there were lots of serious problems simmering in the background, but overall life seemed to be rolling along pretty good for most of the population.

But then 2020 came along, and everything started to change.

As I write this article in April 2022, war, hunger, pestilence and relentless economic problems have all materialized.  In fact, things are already so bad in Europe that rationing has now been instituted in some areas…

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has threatened the supply of critical commodities in Europe and thrown global supply chains, which were already struggling amid COVID-19, into complete chaos.

As a result, the prices of everything from wheat to oil have soared, leading to multi-decade high inflation rates in places like Germany and Spain. The supply crunch in Europe is now so bad it’s causing governments to begin laying the groundwork for rationing, with some stores already limiting supplies.

This isn’t Africa that we are talking about.

If rationing is already taking place in Europe, how bad is it going to be for the poorer nations in the months ahead?

Well, UN Secretary-General António Guterres is telling us that “the world’s most vulnerable people and countries” are heading into a “hurricane of hunger”…

UN Secretary-General António Guterres warned urgently of the global consequences of the war as early as mid-March. The breadbasket is being bombed and a “hurricane of hunger” is threatening, he stated. Given Ukraine’s great importance as a food exporter, the invasion was “also an attack on the world’s most vulnerable people and countries.”

Sadly, he is not exaggerating one bit.

As I discussed yesterday, at this point even Joe Biden is admitting that the coming food shortages are “going to be real”.

But even though global leaders are openly telling us that things are going to get really bad, most people still don’t seem very alarmed.

This greatly frustrates me, because this is not a false alarm.

There are 45 different nations that normally get “at least one-third of their wheat from Ukraine or Russia”…

The world’s 45 least developed countries import at least one-third of their wheat from Ukraine or Russia, and 18 countries among them import more than 50 percent. These include Egypt, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Libya, Somalia, Sudan and Yemen. These are all countries that are already dependent on humanitarian aid and food supplies because millions of people are currently suffering from massive hunger.

How are all of those countries supposed to feed their people without that wheat?

I keep asking that question, and not a single person has been able to answer it.

Just look at the crisis that has erupted in Lebanon.  They normally get approximately 75 percent of their wheat from either Russia or Ukraine, and so far they have been unable to procure supplies from alternate sources…

Lebanon, which obtains 75 percent of its wheat from Russia and especially Ukraine, is also desperately seeking other wheat exporters, but so far without success. The government turned to the international community with a call for help. There are now fears of rationing and sharp price increases, which will hit the already hard-pressed population hard.

Meanwhile, the global bird flu plague just continues to intensify.

Here in the United States, the total death toll is now just short of 28 million…

The new cases mean that across the nation, farmers have had to kill about 22 million egg-laying chickens, 1.8 million broiler chickens, 1.9 million pullet and other commercial chickens, and 1.9 million turkeys.

It has taken less than two months to go from the first confirmed case in the U.S. to nearly 28 million dead.

So what will the death toll look like six months from now?

And can you imagine what this will do to food prices?

It is being reported that the price of a dozen eggs has already risen 52 percent since the start of this new pandemic…

Egg prices are skyrocketing as a bird-flu outbreak ravages commercial chicken flocks in the U.S., with the price of a dozen large eggs spiking more than 52% in just under two months.

For much more on this crisis, please see the article that I posted yesterday entitled “20 Facts About The Emerging Global Food Shortage That Should Chill You To The Core”.  I wish that I had sufficient words to properly convey the urgency that we should all be feeling in this hour.  We are heading into a complete and total nightmare, and I wish that I could get more people to understand this.

Mike Adams is sounding the alarm too.  The following comes from an article that was published a few days ago in the Epoch Times…

Food scarcity. Food vouchers. Food riots and flash mobs.

All of that’s coming—and soon, says Texas-based food scientist and “Health Ranger” podcaster Mike Adams, who sees dire events unfolding in America in the short term.

His advice: people need to get prepared now.

Of course he is right on target.

In fact, I have specifically been warning for years that all of these things were coming.

At this point, it is clear that the “great debate” is over.

The irrational optimists were wrong.  There will be no golden new era of peace and prosperity for humanity.

Instead, we have entered a “perfect storm” of pain, suffering and horror.

For many years, society laughed at the “doomsday preppers”, but they were right.

And if you plan to make it through the extremely chaotic times that are coming, I would recommend that you become a “doomsday prepper” too.

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Are you looking for a portable jump starter to keep your vehicle running, no matter what?

Today, we are leveling up your knowledge on how to use a portable jump starter. And the best ones on the market today.

Specifically, we’ll be covering:

• Why Everyone Should Own A Portable Jump Starter
• What’s A Portable Jump Starter
• How To Use Portable Jump Starter
• How To Charge A Portable Jump Starter
• Can I Use A Portable Jump Starter On My Motorcycle
• Best Portable Jump Starters On The Market Today

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Why EVERYONE Needs A Portable Jump Starter

Even in normal times, a dead vehicle battery is a massive inconvenience.

Sure, no one’s going to die, but you might be late to an important meeting. Or you may have to postpone a weekend getaway you’ve been planning for weeks.

BUT in a real emergency, you can’t afford a dead vehicle battery. The outcome quickly moves out of the “inconvenience” bucket to more severe results.

Perhaps it amounts to:

• Being stranded in the mountains during a blizzard
• Getting stuck when a fast-moving wildfire is approaching
• Having a buddy fall in the wilderness and can’t get them to help fast enough
• Or perhaps it undermines your bug out plan (this is a survival and preparedness site!)

The bottom line is this:

Every responsible adult MUST invest in a powerful backup to get your vehicle started. Why? Because there may not be any other car around to jump-start your battery in a crisis.

If you own a vehicle, it’s irresponsible not to invest in a way to jump it in a pinch.

You need your own portable jump starter.

And portable jump starters have come a LONG way over the years. In the past, you had to carry large, clunky power stations or thick jumper cables.

But those units were cumbersome to store, and jumper cables required a second vehicle to use.

Nowadays, innovation in battery technology and portable power has eliminated these problems. And as you’ll learn shortly, the safety of these devices has skyrocketed as well.

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What’s a PORTABLE Jump Starter

First, what is a portable jump starter?

It’s a compact battery pack that’s powerful enough to boost a dead vehicle’s battery.

Now, you can get them with a host of other features like:

• USB ports
• LED lights
• Radio
• Plug-ins

But those features are just icing on an essential survival cake. The jumper should be your primary focus.

Ok, so you went out and bought one. Awesome. Now what?

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How To Use Portable Car Jump Starter

The good news is, with portable jump starters, you don’t need a mechanical engineering degree to use one. Unlike older intimidating portable jump starters, nowadays, they’re convenient, safe, and simple to use.

But each unit has unique instructions. So while they’re all very easy, they are not universal.

However, with that said, below are the general set of instructions for MOST portable jump starters today:

Here’s how:

1. Turn Off Vehicle And Any Power Draining Accessories

A portable vehicle charger is designed to give you full voltage in the first few attempts. Then it will, unfortunately, decrease in power.

You need to make sure the first jumps count, so take the keys out of your vehicle.

2. Connect The Jumper Cables

Your Portable Jump Starter has two cables coming out of it with alligator clamps. These clamps allow for a secure connection to your battery posts.

Make sure you make the proper connections. Red clamp to positive and black clamp to negative.

3. Turn On The Portable Jump Starter

Always turn on the jumper starter unit first. This will send the flow of electricity to your battery so your vehicle can use it.

Give it a few minutes BEFORE attempting to start your vehicle.

Note: Some portable jump starters use a sequence of beeps to signal when it’s ready to “start your vehicle”.

4. Then Start Your Vehicle

Once ready, turn the key over for about 5 seconds max. The portable jump starter will send a short burst of electricity. And most of the time, this will allow enough power to turn your engine’s starter.

But, if it doesn’t within 5 seconds, stop.

Try again if needed until it starts. But each successive failed attempt will reduce your chances of a successful jump.

This is why it’s critical to KEEP your portable jump starter full of juice at all times…

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How to Charge A Portable Jump Starter

Your portable jump starter is there for when you need it, but it is only as good as the power charged in its battery.

When you buy your jump starter, it may have some charge, but you don’t want to take any chances.

Take it out of the box and plug it in until it reads fully charged.

There will be a power adapter to plug into any standard outlet. Once charged, you are good to go.

Put it back in the box and into your trunk or lockbox in your vehicle. The box will protect it from getting bumped around and stack well with your other gear.

At least once a month (or more often), make sure it still has a full charge, so you never get stuck without juice.

And if you use it to charge a phone or small electronic device in a pinch, make sure to top it back up the next chance you get.

Sure, it’s a nice feature to use some of the portable power for convenience. But NEVER let convenience undermine the REAL reason you’ve invested in it!

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Can I Use A Portable Jump Starter On My Motorcycle?

Yes. You can use your portable jump starter on a motorcycle. Even a motorcycle that’s been sitting for a while,

All motorcycle batteries are 12 volts, just like your car or truck. And your portable jump starter is also a 12-volt system.

Jump starting your motorbike is safer this way, too, because its battery is smaller. AND trying to jump it from a car or truck may damage the electrical system or battery.

It’s easy to use and pretty affordable as well.

Now you can see how versatile a portable jump starter is and why you need one. It’s a great emergency tool for your car, truck, motorcycle, as well as ATVs and snowmobiles.

Now, maybe you don’t have a portable jump starter yet. That’s ok; we’re going to show you the best ones on the market today.

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6 Best Portable Jumpers On The Market Today

1. Clore Automotive Jump-N-Carry JNC660

Clore Automotive is a company that specializes in jump and carry jump starters. And they’re a trusted brand.

Their 1700 Peak Amp 12 Volt Jump Starter is precisely what you need when your vehicle’s battery is dead.

It is a 22Ah Clore Proformer battery that gives you multiple jumps per charge. And has a powerful 1700 peak amps of starting power.

It also has auto-recharging circuitry. So you can leave it in and always have charging capabilities when needed.

It has 42” heavy-duty #2 AWG welding cable leads with industrial clamps. And a DC outlet for charging 12-volt accessories, all housed in a heavy-duty case.

It also has a voltmeter to check the status of the battery by pressing an onboard button.

This is a great portable jump starter for your 12V vehicles.

2. DEWALT DXAEJ14 Digital Portable Power Station Jump Starter

We all know the Dewalt name, and while they make exceptional tools, their jump station won’t let you down either.

The DXAEJ14 has added bells and whistles to your standard portable jump starter unit.

It has 1400 peak amps and 700 instant starting amps to get you up and running in no time.

It also has a patented alternator check function. This is especially handy to check that your alternator is working correctly.

This unit can do much more, though.

It has a 120 PSI digital compressor to pump up low tires with its surefit nozzle and auto-stop features.

It has 2 USB connections that allow you to charge multiple devices.

And it also comes with a powerful LED light and an LCD screen that has real-time information you see in the dark.

Make sure to charge up the unit every 30 days to ensure you have total capacity.

It comes with a 1-year warranty, and the Dewalt brand speaks for itself.

3. Autowit SuperCap 2 Jump Starter

How about a portable jump starter that doesn’t require recharging? Sound too good to be true? Nope.

The SuperCap 2 has a built-in supercapacitor. That means it only requires hooking up to your weak battery to take a quick charge.

There are no worries about remembering to charge it up because it is always ready to go. Just stow it in your vehicle and forget about it until you need it.

Besides the SuperCap 2 jumper, in the box, you get:

• a carrying case
• connections for a cigarette lighter
• USB charging cable
• alligator clamps
• and a user manual

It will protect you from sparks and explosions. Why? Because there are no internal batteries.

And it also has over-current protection, overload protection, over-voltage protection, and reverse-polarity protection.

Operational temperatures include -40C/40F to +70C/158F. So don’t need to worry about it failing you with extreme weather.

And with 100,000 repeated use that it can withstand during its long, ten year+ lifespan.

Plus, it comes with a one-year warranty, so you won’t regret buying this portable jump starter.

4. NOCO Boost Plus GB40

NOCO has a 24 Watt-hour lithium-ion battery jump starter that has 1000 amps. So it can quickly jump cars, boats, lawnmowers, and so much more.

You will get up to 20 dead battery jumps with a full charge. And with its reverse polarity protection and spark-proof technology, it’s safe.

Having a lightweight compact portable jump starter is ideal for smaller cars. Why? Because you can easily stow it in the trunk and be ready when your battery goes dead.

It’s made for almost any environment and has a water-resistant enclosure. And rubber over-molded casing, making it a rugged unit that can stand up to all your adventures.

Included on the unit are some great additional features like:

A 100 lumen, 7-mode, high-output flashlight. It also flashes and sends out SOS emergency signals.

A USB charger for your devices and a 12-volt car charger. That means you can charge it on the run.

Rounding it out is this USA-designed jump starter comes with a 1-year warranty.

5. GOOLOO Jump Starter Battery Pack 1200A

Gooloo has been around since 2012. And they’ve dedicated themselves to manufacturing:

• Battery chargers
• Power stations
• And yes, jump starters

This model is their 1200A peak 18000mAh supersafe car starter, and you need one.

It’s going to quickly start up your dead 12 V battery and get you running fast.

It comes with intelligent jumper cables that include multiple safety features like:

• High-temperature protection
• Hover-current protection
• Overload protection
• Over-voltage protection
• And over-charge protection

We’ve run out of possible things this unit can protect because it’s that good!

The unit includes twin USB charging ports for any gadgets you need to get back online and a 12V plug.

Do you need a powerful LED work light? It’s included onboard with three settings; a flashlight, strobe, and SOS signaling.

All this, and it only weighs 1.2 pounds and is just 6.4” X 3’ X 1.4 inches, so it fits right in your pocket or stowed in your go-bag.

With Gooloo’s innovation and detail, they can supply you with any portable power solution.

6. Imazing Power Portable Car Jump Starter

Another manufacturing leader in the jump starter space is Imazing Power.

They’ve been in the game for 20 years, and it shows with this 2000A peak 1800mAH unit.

They use high-rate lithium power systems to get you up and running fast.

They also have advanced protection jumper cables that feature:

• Reverse polarity
• Reverse connection
• Over-current, overload, over-voltage, over-charge, and over-discharge
• And short circuit protection

So you never have to worry again if you’re doing it “right” or “safe.”

Built into the jumper unit is a bright LED flashlight with three settings.

And dual USB ports allow you to charge multiple devices at once. And includes options for charging via a cigarette lighter.

Imazing Power’s team has up to 100 R&D designers. And they hold over 180 core patents and 178 international certifications.

They know what they are doing!

Wrap Up

Now go gear up with your own portable jumper starter. It should be an essential piece of your bug out checklist, prepping checklist, and survival gear checklist!

Prepare, Adapt & Overcome,

“Just In Case” Jack

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Knowing how to build a bomb shelter can give you peace of mind, especially during these uncertain times when the world is on the brink of war. It can protect you and your loved ones from a bomb blast or nuclear explosion.

Keep reading to learn how to build a bomb shelter.

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How to Build a Bomb Shelter | a Step-By-Step Guide

1. Select a Location

Keep in mind to consider these factors when choosing a location to build your bomb shelter:

• Water: Do not choose a downhill place or at the base of a steep slope. Additionally, ensure that you are far from a large body of water to avoid flooding.
• Nearby structures: Select a place that is not near any flammable structures. If a nuclear weapon detonates, it can cause systems to catch fire, and you do not want to be near a burning structure. In addition, avoid a location surrounded by vegetation and trees, as cutting their roots can be harmful to the local geography.
• Utility lines: Avoid utility lines in your yard.
• Stability: You must build your bomb shelter on solid ground.

2. Have a Blueprint

After choosing a location, measure the area and design your blueprint. A blueprint will help you build a stable and adequate bomb shelter, just like constructing a house.

You have three options on how to develop a bomb shelter plan:

• Research online.
• Hire an architect or a drafter.
• Sketch your design.

The size of your bomb shelter depends on your preference. But to give you an idea, a basic bomb shelter measuring 10 x 10 x 10 feet can fit four people.

Essentially, think of it as a small house and maximize its space. Ensure that you plan for your safety, security, efficiency, and comfort.

3. Prepare Your Materials

Be sure that you are building your bomb shelter out of materials that are sturdy enough and will not fall to pieces.

Some of the most common materials you may use are:

• Concrete: This material is relatively affordable and can withstand high loads. What’s more, self-healing concrete can last for 200 years!
• Metal sheet: This material is solid and water-resistant. However, it can be pricey, and you would need to add insulation when using this material.
• Bricks: This type of block is inexpensive, an excellent insulator, and weatherproof. You may also add color and style to this material.

4. Clear the Site for Construction

Plant garden stakes into the ground to outline the perimeter of your bomb shelter. Afterward, use tools to dig up rocks and other waste in the area.

But, if using axes and shovels is laborious and time-consuming, you may use a backhoe instead to make your work faster. This alternative can be costly, but it can speed up the digging process.

Clear the land around 10 feet beyond the perimeter of your shelter so you would have enough space to work with. In addition, this prevents the dirt from falling back into the ground.

5. Start Digging

When you are about to excavate, use the cut-and-cover method – this is how subways are built underground.

In this technique, you dig a trench, build trench support, create your bomb shelter, then cover it.

However, before you start digging, keep in mind that this procedure is one of the most dangerous construction jobs. So practice trench excavation safety by installing support systems.

The three most common types of protective systems are:

• shielding
• shoring
• sloping

Excavate deep enough to protect you from disasters, blast waves, and radiation, but not too deep that you might trap yourself inside your bomb shelter.

6. Create an Emergency Exit

Ensure to create an emergency exit in your bomb shelter. This exit must be on the excavation side and opposite the main Entryway.

This particular exit will not only allow for faster evacuation but will also provide additional ventilation.

Dig a crawl space around two feet wide and three and a half feet deep below the soil’s surface. This crawl space must have a small trench at its end to connect it to the outside world.

7. Create the Main Entrance

After creating your bomb shelter’s emergency exit, it is now time for you to dig your main Entryway.

Construct the main entrance the same way you created your emergency exit but on the opposite end. You can make it wider so you can quickly enter your shelter. Ensure that it is below ground.

8. Build the Roof

The next step on building a bomb shelter is to put wooden roofing poles above your trench. These poles are lengthy, uncut pieces of timber that you can find in a home improvement store or lumberyard.

The roofing poles must extend on each side of your trench to prevent bomb shelter collapse.

For instance, if your trench is five feet wide, your poles should measure nine feet.

Then, assemble the side of the poles by the side over your trench, minimizing the gaps.

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9. Add Roof to the Entryway

Pile up some poles in front of the entrance. These poles will help prevent dirt from entering your bomb shelter.

Put some poles between your trench and the edge of your Entryway. Tie these wooden roofing poles together using a rope or wire.

Afterward, tie them to the poles that you used as the Roof of your bomb shelter.

10. Protect the Logs

Waterproof your wooden roofing poles by adding a layer of any plastic material over them. Remember to cover all gaps between the poles to keep water and dirt from falling into your bomb shelter.

You may use either a big tarp or several small tarps that can cover your whole trench.

11. Cover up the Logs

After waterproofing your poles, cover them with an earth dome.

Move your excavated dirt and pile it up on top of your logs, shaping it into a round mound. This will make your bomb shelter roof more firm and solid.

Make the dome deep enough so you can be fully protected from radiation. You may also put another tarp over the dome, then pile up more dirt on it to make its walls thicker.

12. Set Up a Ventilation Pump

Put a ventilation pump near your emergency exit to keep the air in your bomb shelter clean. The pump should have a manual or hand-operated option so you can operate it in case of an emergency.

Place its filter on the floor, then run its pipe along your crawl space. The pipe should measure around 36 inches tall and 20 inches wide.

13. Install a Toilet

In another part of your bomb shelter, create your toilet. You may opt for a composting toilet for efficiency.

However, remember to install another ventilation pump for your toilet. With this, you may install your toilet near the exit far from your sleeping area.

Additionally, keep in mind that bomb shelters typically do not have running water. So if you want clean, running water, you may install tanks, filters, and pipes. However, this can be expensive and elaborate.

14. Build Furniture

In a bomb shelter, you do not need to have oversized furniture. So now is your chance to practice your creativity!

For instance, you may use a hammock as your bed. Just loop strong ropes around the ceiling poles to hang your hammock. Alternatively, you may stack blankets or pack together pine needles for quick and inexpensive makeshift bedding.

15. Keep Stocks of Your Daily Necessities

Since you will be spending some time in your bomb shelter in case of nuclear fallout, you must have a food and water supply that can last for at least two weeks.

Pack dry, non-perishable foods that are easy to prepare, such as:

• canned/dried meats, beans, soup, fruits, and vegetables
• protein bars
• nuts/seeds
• dry and non-dairy milk
• grains
• peanut butter

You may also want to prepare a microwave or a portable butane stove in your bomb shelter. In addition, you may want to stock candles and a pot to serve as your emergency cooking solution in case of a power outage.

Furthermore, bring extra clothes, a first-aid kit, and your medications.

Check out this video by Riddle to see what could happen if nuclear warfare breaks out:

A bomb shelter can help you prepare for any eventuality–be it an economic collapse, natural disaster, World War 3, or nuclear attack.

However, a bomb shelter tends to be expensive. Fortunately, you can create your very own that can meet all your needs!

Just follow these step-by-step instructions on how to build a bomb shelter so you can have a liveable environment if worse comes to worst.

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Do you ever feel like you are banging your head into a wall?  I certainly do.  For years, I have been trying to warn people about very specific things that were coming, and now many of those things are literally making headlines on a daily basis.  You would think that should be enough to wake most people up, but unfortunately most of the population is still in a deep state of sleep.  Thankfully, there is a sizable minority that is awake, and I have been hearing from so many of you.  In recent weeks so many readers have told me that they feel like really bad times are ahead of us, and if you feel that way too I want you to know that you aren’t alone.

On January 2nd, I penned these words: “I have such a bad feeling about 2022”.

Of course that wasn’t the only time that I made such a statement.  In fact, I issued many similar warnings in the months leading up to the beginning of the year.

Since that time, war in Ukraine has erupted, global energy prices have gone completely nuts, the inflation rate in the United States has hit the highest level in 40 years, the global supply chain crisis has gotten even worse, and a new bird flu pandemic has begun that has already killed nearly 17 million chickens and turkeys in the United States alone.

And that is hardly an exhaustive list of all the things that have gone wrong over the past 3 months.

So many of the things that I specifically warned about in Lost Prophecies and 7 Year Apocalypse are either happening or the stage is being set for them to happen.

But I suppose that is just a giant “coincidence”, right?

I believe that we are at such a critical turning point in history at this moment.

The war in Ukraine threatens to spark a much broader global war, and the United States and Russia are already engaged in a very vicious economic war.

The COVID pandemic and the bird flu pandemic are just two of the pestilences that are currently afflicting our planet, and I believe that even more pestilences are on the way.

In addition, the worst global energy crisis in decades is combining with the worst global inflation crisis in decades to create a global food crisis that one UN official has called the worst since World War II.

And what we have experienced so far is just the beginning.

At this point, even the global elite are publicly admitting that we are potentially facing a global nightmare in the months ahead.

For example, World Economic Forum Chairman Klaus Scwhab just stated that “we do know the global energy systems, food systems, and supply chains will be deeply affected” during an address at the World Government Summit 2022.

NEW – Klaus Schwab says “we do know the global energy systems, food systems, and supply chains will be deeply affected” at the World Government Summit 2022.pic.twitter.com/uY271thlJ8

— Disclose.tv (@disclosetv) March 30, 2022

And Joe Biden is openly warning that the coming global food shortages are “going to be real”…

President Biden warned Thursday that there could be global food shortages resulting from the Russian invasion of Ukraine and announced steps to prevent a potential crisis.

“We did talk about food shortages. And it’s going to be real. The price of these sanctions is not just imposed upon Russia, it’s imposed upon an awful lot of countries as well, including European countries and our country as well,” Biden said at a press conference from Brussels, where he is meeting with NATO leaders.

They are literally telling you what is going to happen.

But so many people out there have such a deeply ingrained “normalcy bias” that they can’t wrap their heads around the fact that conditions are rapidly changing for the worse.  If you are not familiar with “normalcy bias”, the following is how Wikipedia defines it…

Normalcy bias, or normality bias, is a cognitive bias which leads people to disbelieve or minimize threat warnings.^[1] Consequently, individuals underestimate the likelihood of a disaster, when it might affect them, and its potential adverse effects.^[2] The normalcy bias causes many people to not adequately prepare for natural disasters, market crashes, and calamities caused by human error. About 70% of people reportedly display normalcy bias during a disaster.^[3]

Most people out there simply assume that life will eventually return to “normal” somehow.

But that isn’t going to happen.

Global events are reaching a great crescendo, and the consequences of decades of very foolish decisions are starting to crash down upon us all at once.

A few years ago I started warning that we were about to enter a “perfect storm”, then I started warning that we had entered a “perfect storm”, and now I am warning that this “perfect storm” is going to get a whole lot worse.

If you plan to make it through what is ahead, you need to take action.

After reading the article that I posted earlier this week about what a nuclear war between the United States and Russia would look like, one of my regular readers asked me to write an article about getting prepared.

So in this article I will give you some of the most important basics, and if you want to learn more you can read the entire book that Barbara Fix and I co-authored a number of years ago.

When it comes to preparation for what is ahead, there are four major categories that you need to focus on.  Those four categories are food, water, energy and shelter.

If some sort of major emergency causes the grid to go down and the stores get completely emptied out, how would you survive?

You need to be able to supply what you and your family will need to survive for multiple years without being able to depend on the system at all.

If that sounds really difficult, that is because it will be really difficult.

That is why you must get prepared ahead of time.

And it isn’t just about storing up buckets of food.  Yes, I am a big advocate of storing away emergency food that can last for many years, but there is so much more to preparation than that.

In a previous article, I shared a list of 50 things that Americans should be stockpiling for the difficult times that are coming…

#1 A Conventional Generator And A Solar Generator

#2 A Berkey Water Filter

#3 A Rainwater Collection System If You Do Not Have A Natural Supply Of Water Near Your Home

#4 A Large Emergency Medical Kit

#5 Rice

#6 Pasta

#7 Canned Soup

#8 Canned Vegetables

#9 Canned Fruit

#10 Canned Chicken

#11 Jars Of Peanut Butter

#12 Salt

#13 Sugar

#14 Powdered Milk

#15 Bags Of Flour

#16 Yeast

#17 Lots Of Extra Coffee (If You Drink It)

#18 Buckets Of Long-Term Storable Food

#19 Lots Of Extra Vitamins

#20 Lighters Or Matches

#21 Candles

#22 Flashlights Or Lanterns

#23 Plenty Of Wood To Burn

#24 Extra Blankets

#25 Extra Sleeping Bags

#26 Ammunition

#27 Extra Fans If You Live In A Hot Climate

#28 Hand Sanitizer

#29 Toilet Paper

#30 Extra Soap And Shampoo

#31 Extra Toothpaste

#32 Extra Razors

#33 Bottles Of Bleach

#34 A Battery-Powered Radio

#35 Extra Batteries

#36 Solar Chargers

#37 Trash Bags

#38 Tarps

#39 A Pocket Knife

#40 A Hammer

#41 An Axe

#42 A Shovel

#43 Work Gloves

#44 Lots Of Warm Socks

#45 Seeds For A Garden

#46 Canning Jars

#47 Extra Supplies For Your Pets

#48 A Substantial Emergency Supply Of Cash

#49 Bibles For Every Member Of Your Family

#50 A “Bug Out Bag” For Every Member Of Your Family

You should also be thinking about where you plan to ride out the extremely painful years that are ahead of us.

If you are currently living in a major city, your chances of survival will be much lower than someone living in a very rural area when things finally hit the fan.

And even if you are living in a rural area, you need to have an alternate place where you can go if conditions in your current area become untenable for some reason.

This is not a drill, and this is not a game.

A day of reckoning is now at hand, and so many of the things that the watchmen have been relentlessly warning about are starting to come to fruition.

For years, many in the general population made fun of “preppers” and entire television shows were created to mock us.

And even though global events have begun to spiral out of control, most of the population still refuses to get prepared.

That deeply frustrates me, but I am going to continue to do my best to sound the alarm.

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About the Author: My name is Michael and my brand new book entitled “7 Year Apocalypse” is now available on Amazon.com.  In addition to my new book I have written five other books that are available on Amazon.com including  “Lost Prophecies Of The Future Of America”, “The Beginning Of The End”, “Get Prepared Now”, and “Living A Life That Really Matters”. (#CommissionsEarned)  When you purchase any of these books you help to support the work that I am doing, and one way that you can really help is by sending digital copies as gifts through Amazon to family and friends.  Time is short, and I need help getting these warnings into the hands of as many people as possible.  I have published thousands of articles on The Economic Collapse Blog, End Of The American Dream and The Most Important News, and the articles that I publish on those sites are republished on dozens of other prominent websites all over the globe.  I always freely and happily allow others to republish my articles on their own websites, but I also ask that they include this “About the Author” section with each article.  The material contained in this article is for general information purposes only, and readers should consult licensed professionals before making any legal, business, financial or health decisions.  I encourage you to follow me on social media on Facebook and Twitter, and any way that you can share these articles with others is a great help.  These are such troubled times, and people need hope.  John 3:16 tells us about the hope that God has given us through Jesus Christ: “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.”  If you have not already done so, I strongly urge you to ask Jesus to be your Lord and Savior today.

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The TFAK (Trauma First Aid Kit) is the ultimate survival gear IF you ever encounter a life-threatening injury.

Medical emergencies where you must keep someone alive until medical professionals arrive.

But the term TFAK is relatively new, so today, we’ll be covering the following topics:

• What Is A TFAK?
• Who Should Carry A TFAK?
• Standard First Aid Kit vs. TFAK
• What Medical Gear Goes Into A TFAK
• 5 Best TFAK Kits On The Market Today

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What Is A TFAK?

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TFAK stands for Trauma First Aid Kit.

In the past, we’ve shown you how to build your own survival medical kit and IFAK kits. But a TFAK is in a league of its own. It houses essential lifesaving emergency gear that the other kits don’t.

And it has a particular purpose; traumatic injury rescue.

And in an actual life-threatening accident, you need critical trauma supplies all in one pack.

I pray you never have to see a mortal wound where someone’s life hangs in the balance. But if you do, you gotta be able to respond with precise and proper trauma gear.

THAT’s what a TFAK is all about.

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Who Should Carry A TFAK?

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Everyone should have a basic first aid kit in their homes and cars. That’s a no-brainer. We all need the proper supplies to respond to injuries.

But Gramma doesn’t need a First Aid Trauma Kit when going to Bingo!

So who does need one?

Paramedics

These professionals provide emergency medical services and are first responders to accidents. They need the right gear on them to save lives.

Military Personnel

TFAKs are essential gear for all active-duty soldiers facing real-life combat situations.

Police Officers

Our police and peace officers are in the line of fire and need lifesaving equipment. Everything from knife and gunshot injuries to near-fatal car accidents.

Hunters

While you are usually the predator, you may also become the prey and need emergency medical gear.

Hikers / Climbers / Mountain Bikers

Hiking is dangerous, and devastating falls do happen. You need to be able to keep someone alive until help arrives.

Preppers

As a prepper, you want the best set-up for survival, and a trauma first aid kit has everything you need.

Gun Enthusiasts

Accidents occur, and a bullet wound is a serious injury.

Campers / RVers

When you get the whole family out in the backcountry camping, you must prepare for the worst case.

Homesteaders

A severe injury can turn deadly FAST when you live in remote acreage. And you can’t just call an ambulance.

Instead, you need to prevent the loss of life until you can get to a hospital.

Anyone who’s at high risk for serious injury, especially without the ability to get immediate professional help, must carry a TFAK! It’s called being a responsible adult, so no excuses.

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Basic First Aid Kit vs. TFAK

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Trust me, you never want to be under-prepared for a crisis.

And while a basic first aid kit is better than nothing. It’s not enough when someone suffers a mortal injury.

Here’s the difference between basic and TFAK kits:

Basic IFAK – Individual First Aid Kit for Minor Injuries

This first aid kit is for basic, superficial wounds like minor cuts and scrapes. Medical situations where no hospital visit is required.

It has the bare minimum medical supplies and is very compact and lightweight.

Most people have one around the house for non-life-threatening injuries.

TFAK – First Aid Kit for Traumatic Injuries

A trauma kit is designed to house lifesaving gear for significant injuries. So you can keep someone alive while medical professionals are on route.

It’s streamlined with essential gear specific to deal with severe wounds. This is to stop impending death and quickly get the casualty to the hospital.

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What Medical Gear Goes Into A TFAK

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Now you know what a TFAK is and why you need one. Let’s go over what’s in an TFAK that makes it stand above the rest?

A TFAK allows you to treat trauma-specific problems like:

• Hemorrhaging
• Burns
• Airway obstruction
• Fractures
• Hypothermia
• Punctures

Thus, the specific medical gear needed is as follows:

Tourniquets

Tourniquets are a tool that prevents bleeding by cutting off circulation.

Chest Seals

You need an occlusive seal for punctures of the chest.

Pressure Bandages

Used to control bleeding and encourage clotting.

EMT Shears

You need to be able to cut through clothing quickly.

Antibiotic Ointment

Helps prevent infection and speeds up healing.

Compact Gauze

This is vital for packing a large wound to stop bleeding.

Nasal Pharyngeal Airway

Used when a person is unconscious and needs a clear airway.

Thermal Blanket

Mylar blankets are ideal to prevent hypothermia in a crisis situation.

All these items are the bare minimum.

Most people buy an advanced first aid trauma kit that includes these critical items. Or they custom design their own based on their projected situation.

Now, let’s cover some of the best TFAKs on the market today.

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Best TFAKs (Trauma First Aid Kits) On The Market Today

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Do you already have an excellent first aid kit? Great! Now it’s time add a trauma first aid kit for when there is a risk of bodily harm to yourself or the ones you love.

We’ve done the research and found 5 TFAK kits that might be perfect for you.

1. My Medic – TFAK Trauma First Aid Kit

When looking for a company that supplies first aid supplies, you want one that’s walked the walk.

My Medic was created after a tragic loss of a loved one in a car accident. The founder then decided to do something about it!

Among their many first aid kits, med packs, and supplies are their TFAK.

They stock this Pro level kit with the highest quality gear and specialty tools that WILL save lives. It is a micro-trauma kit specific to traumatic injury and doesn’t carry any dead weight.

This makes it a kit for hunters, firearm pros, and outdoor enthusiasts in mind.

Inside you’ll find 35 medical supplies, with 15 trauma-specific items, such as:

• Small EMT shears
• CPR shield
• Space blanket
• Mini tool mod with a penlight, tweezers, and whistle
• Saline wash
• Quikclot pack
• Emergency pressure bandage
• Compressed krinkle gauze
• Disposable gloves
• Zzips 2-pack
• Medical grade marker
• NPA28 mad pack

These kits are built in the USA and are HSA/FSA approved with a lifetime warranty. They exceed the need!

2. MediTac – Premium IFAK Kit Trauma Pak

MediTac’s tactical first aid kits line is for military, professionals, and civilians alike.

Folks who need first aid items for stabilizing injuries and emergencies. These are their upgraded premium kits specifically for trauma.

With their classic, standard IFAK items like:

• a 6′ Israeli compression bandag
• black nitrile gloves
• duct tape
• antiseptic wipes
• and non-woven triangular bandage

They have upgraded the TFAK with a:

• Trauma pack with quick clot
• compressed gauze
• and titanium bonded 7 1/4″ bandage shear

They also included:

• Combat action tourniquet (CAT) for a fast and safe pre-hospital field tourniquet.
• HyFin Vent Chest Seal Twin Pack for prevention, management, and treatment of chest trauma
• 4.5″ x 4.1″ Six-Ply Compressed Gauze for wound bandaging and wrapping of injuries.
• 24″ Padded Aluminum Splint to immobilize broken bones.

This all fits in their black IFAK bag. Making this premium first aid trauma kit the one you need with you when out beyond civilization.

It uses a Dryflex resealable package. So it is reusable and re-stockable while being waterproof and ultra-light. It’s trauma wear you can carry anywhere.

3. Adventure Medical Kits – Trauma Pak with QuikClot

When you need to respond fast to control bleeds, this TFAK from Adventure Medical Kits is ideal.

Every second counts in an emergency. That’s why this quick clot gauze stops bleeding 5x faster. How? It uses kaolin, a mineral that accelerates clotting in your body.

Other items included in the trauma pack are:

• Triangular bandage
• Trauma pad
• Quick clot gauze
• Conforming gauze
• Dressing glaze
• Nitrile gloves
• Antiseptic wipes
• Duct tape
• And critical trauma instructions

Add this pack to your standard first aid kit to turn it into a trauma first aid kit.

First responders, EMS, law enforcement, and the military can use this trauma pack. So you can travel safely, knowing that you’re prepared for almost anything.

4. Lightning X – Jumbo Medic First Responder EMT Trauma Bag

Do you want to have every chance of survival when dealing with a life-threatening injury? Then check out Lightning X TFAK Jumbo Trauma Bag. This is the ultimate medical preparedness with medical supplies, organized and ready.

The modular bag is set up for EMS and first responders. It includes customizable compartments and removable, colored pouches.

So it’s easy to keep track of your supplies. You can organize and categorize your gear according to priority and type of incident.

Inside your TFAK gear includes:

This is a serious first aid trauma kit, but you WILL be prepared and save lives.

5. Primacare – KB-1088 EMT First Responder Trauma Bag

Primacare has a first responder TFAK trauma bag that should be in everyone’s trunk. This is a professional first aid bag for those who aren’t screwing around with their survival. And have a deep-seated need to keep their loved ones alive.

It’s a perfect size first aid trauma kit to fit in all essential lifesaving items. And is only 18X910″ with a large main compartment, 2 side pockets with zippers. And it has a front pocket for quick access.

You’ll find no cheap materials here. How can you tell? Because they use military-grade 1680 ballistic nylon, reinforced stitching, and heavy-duty zippers.

Reflective strips also make it easy to locate when dark out or in extreme weather.

What’s inside Primacare’s TFAK bag? That’s up to you! You can customize this bag with essential first aid and trauma gear for your next adventure.

Of course, you should include everyday bump, scrape and cut items. And then stock it with trauma accessories like:

• chest seals
• trauma dressing
• compact and combat gauze
• tourniquet
• NPA, burn gel
• EMT shears
• and other items of your preference

We included this TFAK bag because some people like to build their own trauma first aid kit. To stock it with items they know work well.

If you’re up for the challenge, try putting your own TFAK together. You can do so with this high-quality first responder bag from Primacare.

Final Thoughts

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It’s now time to take your upgraded knowledge and pick up one or two of these recommended kits for your:

• everyday carry
• regular car or truck
• bug out vehicle/truck
• survival backpack
• bug out bag / get home bag
• bug-out location
• camping gear

Now go forth and survive skillfully!

Remember: Prepare, Adapt & Overcome,

“Just In Case” Jack

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First aid kits come in different shapes, sizes, and prices. They are available as pre-packaged kits designed for specific purposes, such as for the home, pets, auto, camping, boating, golfing, welding, landscaping, trucking, logging, burn care, bloodborne pathogen, emergency response, industrial, commercial and etc.

You can also elect to make your own, although this may work out to be more expensive and time-consuming as each item is purchased individually.

The important part of any first aid kit is that it suits you and your lifestyle or workplace.

RELATED: What is an Emergency Kit

First Aid Kit Contents

Before deciding the contents of your first aid kit, list out all activities you commonly participate in. Do you go camping? Do you or any member of your family play contact sports?

Are you on the road a lot? Is it for industrial use? How many people is the first aid kit for? It is very important that the first aid kit contents match up to your lifestyle or your workplace environment.

Once you have a basic idea of where a first aid kit will come in handy, you can start planning the contents of your kit.

Many first aid kits attempt to sell a kit comprised of a box of adhesive bandages and a few tablets. How many different types of injuries will this kit treat? Not very many!

Don’t be fooled by the number of components, look for a variety of components! The idea is to include components for real-life emergencies, not what might let the kit sell for a few dollars less.

Any first aid kit should contain at least something from the following groups:
Antiseptics (something to kill germs to prevent infection), Injury treatment (items to deal with injuries such as butterfly closures and cold compresses), Bandages (a variety of bandages to dress and cover a variety of wounds), Instruments (tweezers, barrier gloves), and Medicines.

For example, basic first aid kits, or starter kits, should consist of the following items:

• A first aid manual
•  Tweezers
• Sharp scissors
• Splinter Remover
• Thermometer
• Safety Pins
• Elastic Gauze (conforming bandages)
• Sterile Gauze
• Adhesive bandages in assorted shapes and sizes
• Triangular bandage
• First aid tape
• Antiseptic Ointment
• Calamine Lotion
• Antiseptic Wipes
• Alcohol Wipes
• Cotton tipped applicators
• Aspirin and Ibuprofen Tablets
• Vinyl or latex gloves
• Resuscitation Face Shield
• Anti-Inflammatory Cream
• Sodium Chloride Solution
• Sterile eye pad
• Your prescription medications

What you keep the contents in is up to you. Nowadays, first aid kits come in plastic cases, metal cases, or durable soft-pack. The type you choose is dependent on the purpose of the kit and where it will be stored.

First Aid Kit Supplies and Refills

Finding supplies and restocking your first aid kit is not always easy. Drug stores often carry a limited number of lines, and the prices on individual items are rather expensive.

First aid kit supplies can be found online, however, and the range is enormous. You can build your kit to your heart’s content, and there are plenty more items to choose from, usually at better pricing.

Buying first aid supplies online is especially useful for restocking industrial first aid kits. When you need to order in quantity, yet varying amounts of each item, online shopping is great. You can order select specific quantities of each product, and have them delivered right to the site.

For the home user, a drug store is probably best for topping up small easy to find items. If you do need to order harder to find products or buy a few items at a time, online shopping may be an option

Where to Buy First Aid Kits Online

Online shopping has progressed a long way in recent years, especially with items that are normally difficult to find or are overpriced in the stores.

First aid kits are one of the items that the internet has done wonders for. There is a huge selection of first aid kits online, ranging from the most comprehensive industrial and emergency first response kits to the lighter than light kids travel kits.

This kind of range would never be available to the public so readily if it weren’t for online shopping. Not only is there a huge range, but it’s usually at prices below retail, and delivered directly to your door.

Rather than putting off the notion of buying a first aid kit, you now have little to no excuse, as they are only a few clicks away.

If you are ready to buy first aid kits online, Yahoo! maintains a directory of online stores offering first aid products, as does DMOZ. You can also try Googling or an online store like FirstAidKitCentre.com. If you are still a little skeptical of online shopping, try a local drug store, or perhaps a local red cross chapter.

Learn First Aid

The other essential ingredient that should accompany all first aid kits is people who know how to use it. At a bare minimum, you should be familiar with basic first aid techniques.

Accidents, disasters, and emergencies can happen anywhere; at work, home, or play. You may be the person thrust into the firing line when something happens, and you should be prepared.

There may be a lengthy delay before medical response due to location, adverse conditions, or lack of communications. At a time like this it is up to you to commence first aid or CPR, and your knowledge, or lack thereof, may affect the outcome.

A first aid manual is also a handy addition and can fill in the blanks for those more obscure times.

If you have children, it is your role to protect them and aid them when needed. Techniques used on kids are different from those of adults, and you should take the time to learn more about this type of first aid.

Where to Learn First Aid?

The American Red Cross runs first aid, CPR, and external defibrillator courses designed for the home, workplace, and professional rescuers. Courses are offered throughout the country, and internationally through local red cross chapters.

There are also a great number of First Aid Manuals. Having a first aid manual on hand can be just as important as first aid supplies.

It is difficult for us to remember what to do in each and every emergency situation, and unless you are using your first aid skills day in, day out, it’s easy to forget everything you have learned.

Many first aid kits come stocked with first aid manuals. If you haven’t yet bought a kit, try to find one that also includes a guide.

If you already have a kit, there are a number of options available. Next time you stock up on first aid supplies add a first aid manual to your shopping list.

Amazon.com offers a huge range of first aid manuals (and first aid kits), so next time you’re picking up a few books, CDs, DVDs, or anything else from Amazon, place a first aid manual in your shopping basket as well

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For all your first aid kits, please visit http://www.firstaidkitcentre.com/

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