So the wifey is on-board with prepping. This is important because I've heard of many spouses who don't see eye-to-eye on the issue of preparing for certain events. She has not done the extensive research that I have and she knows that's how I roll ... 20 years with the woman has taught her that. Because I don't believe you can prep for everything, we've defined what we are prepping for. Also, prepping for some events can help you with others. For example, if you are prepping for a pandemic, these efforts would also be helpful for a dirty bomb or nuclear reactor leak.
* Pandemic - Of all the world events we believe that this is the most likely to happen in our life time; we believe that some form of virus could occur. This would be the longest bug-in issue and we'll be preparing for a 6 month minimum stay. This is our most drastic issue that we are preparing for but we believe it's the most likely of the bigger SHTF events.
* Power Failure - As a resident in Phoenix (can you say 120 degrees), this would be difficult in the summer. We've had issues before and we are concerned if something larger happens.
* Water Issues - About 7-8 years ago, Phoenix residents could not use the water for 2-3 days. No bathing, eating with water or drinking. The water company put a spin on the issue but I'm not convinced of what really happened. For them to shut down the water supply to the 5th largest city in the nation for 3 days is concerning. Storing water will be a priority, especially if we plan on bugging in for a long-term pandemic. Also, the heat will require more water than most other places.
We've communicated with the kids (14 and 17) and they understand. They also know that this should be kept quiet amongst friends and neighbors. We'll probably select some high-quality people to work with in the hood but we've not done that yet.
Anyway, having a spouse on-board is important. We've promised not to be wacko about prepping but it feels good to start the process. Is your spouse totally on-board and what are your major concerns to prepare for?
* Pandemic - Of all the world events we believe that this is the most likely to happen in our life time; we believe that some form of virus could occur. This would be the longest bug-in issue and we'll be preparing for a 6 month minimum stay. This is our most drastic issue that we are preparing for but we believe it's the most likely of the bigger SHTF events.
* Power Failure - As a resident in Phoenix (can you say 120 degrees), this would be difficult in the summer. We've had issues before and we are concerned if something larger happens.
* Water Issues - About 7-8 years ago, Phoenix residents could not use the water for 2-3 days. No bathing, eating with water or drinking. The water company put a spin on the issue but I'm not convinced of what really happened. For them to shut down the water supply to the 5th largest city in the nation for 3 days is concerning. Storing water will be a priority, especially if we plan on bugging in for a long-term pandemic. Also, the heat will require more water than most other places.
We've communicated with the kids (14 and 17) and they understand. They also know that this should be kept quiet amongst friends and neighbors. We'll probably select some high-quality people to work with in the hood but we've not done that yet.
Anyway, having a spouse on-board is important. We've promised not to be wacko about prepping but it feels good to start the process. Is your spouse totally on-board and what are your major concerns to prepare for?