The premise for the show is, "Doomsday Preppers explores the lives of otherwise ordinary Americans who are preparing for the end of the world as we know it. Unique in their beliefs, motivations, and strategies, preppers will go to whatever lengths they can to make sure they are prepared for any of life’s uncertainties. And with our expert’s assessment, they will find out their chances of survival if their worst fears become a reality."
I've run into a number of these people over the years. They came out of the woodwork back in the Y2K prep days. Their theme was TEOTWAWKI (The end of the world as we know it). Well, it has been more than ten years and we are all still here (or, at least most of us are).
I do like the quote above which as a bit of truth to it. Nine meals, three days...and then people get anxious about their next meal. In reality many people are not prepared for three hours, let alone three days.
Here's their disaster preparedness tips:
Top 10 Tips For Practical Prepping:
1.Water filter or water purification equipment
2.Food – Prepared meals like MREs (meal ready to eat) and dehydrated meals
3.Security tools, firearms, mace, stun gun, club
4. Bug out Bag- a backpack with 3 days worth of survival supplies including, water, food, first aide kit, weapons, portable stove, and fire starting equipment.
5. Portable Shelter i.e. Tents, Ponchos, tarps
6. First aid kit to include a supply of personal Meds
7. Stored fuel for vehicles, generators etc.
8. Back up communication i.e. cb, walkie talkie, ham radio
9. Generator- for power
10.Smoke detectors and fire extinguishers in home
Under "Explore More" on the home page there is a number of doomsday scenarios that you can explore.
Until then--grab your shovel and start digging that bomb shelter in the backyard!
