Send us Fan Mail

A fight over a soft drink turns into a shooting, and it forces a question most people avoid: if some folks will go that far on an ordinary day, what happens when the power is out, the streets are tense, and police are overwhelmed? I don’t usually touch politics, but I do talk about reality, and the reality is that social friction and public aggression can spill into everyday life fast. This is a practical, common sense look at civil unrest preparedness for normal households who just want to keep their families safe. 

We walk through bugging in during unrest when you can’t safely leave home for 24, 48, or even 72 hours. I share straightforward home hardening steps like stronger deadbolts, reinforcing door frames, adding security film, and using motion lights. I also cover security cameras with an important reminder to check local laws and ordinances, especially if a camera view reaches beyond your property. For self-defense, I’m clear about one thing: whatever you choose, know the legal rules where you live before you buy or carry. 

From there we get into practical prepping: keeping a get home bag or go bag in your vehicle, having small-scale solar power for short outages, and using light discipline so you don’t advertise supplies when neighbors are dark. I push past the usual 72-hour kit mindset and argue for a one-week to 10-day kit, including realistic water storage. Finally, we hit the prep most people skip: mental preparedness and family readiness, including a smart way to involve kids without scaring them. If you found this helpful, subscribe, share it with a friend, and drop a review so more people can prep with a clear head.

https://augasonfarms.com?sca_ref=9315862.VpHzogdDNu

Augason Farms
Support the podcast. Click on my affiliate link and use coupon code PODCASTPREP for 10% discount!

Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Support the show

Have a question, suggestion or comment? Please email me at [email protected]. I will not sell your email address and I will personally respond to you.