An interesting event has caused a boil water alert in Milltown, Indiana. Apparently, a lightning strike damaged main water supply pipes and has resulted in a mandatory boil water alert for residents of the area. The lightning strike eventually traveled to the plumbing after initially making contact with metal fencing. Boiling water aids in killing […]
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“Unless you eat it or drink it or it’s toilet paper, don’t flush it down.”
Petaluma Patch quotes the lead operator of a waste-water processing facility, Ryan Smith, with the title statement. Apparently, they’ve been dealing with too many incidents of individuals flushing things down the toilet that should not be flushed. You know, it gets very easy for us to become distracted with the routines of everyday life. I […]
Water Woes in Washington State
For the last 33 years, Ken Slattery has worked at Washington’s Department of Ecology agency. He is retiring soon and has shared his concern for a tremendous water shortage. He cites that more water rights have been sold than are feasibly available to fulfill. Ken has been recognized for supporting a measure which offsets costs […]
Nebraska: Fort Calhoun Nuclear Reactor Dealing with Missouri Floodwaters
There are certain things that make me cringe & spring into action: an adult cursing at a young child, an abuse of authority by a public servant, and statements issued by “officials” downplaying the magnitude of potential catastrophic events, such as what is occurring at Fort Calhoun, Nebraska. I took some time to look into […]
Welcome to Subscribers of KeeperoftheHome.org!
We are pleased to support Stephanie @ Keeperofthehome.org in spreading the word about Berkey Water Purification Systems, such as the Sport Berkey Portable Water Purification System. She’s giving (2) Sport Berkey Portable Water Purification Bottles away (they’ve got filters inside) to the (2) lucky winners that she chooses. Click HERE for more details. All too […]
Welcome to The Berkey Guy’s Blog!
I’d like to extend a cordial welcome to you! We look forward to providing you with great information to help you on your way to achieving greater self-reliance and peace. Please subscribe to our RSS feed and you will automatically receive updates as we make content available here. By subscribing, you will also receive a […]
Fixing what’s broken…The Ultimate Lifestyle or “Living the Dream”
Contemporary culture holds the idea that the ultimate lifestyle or “living the dream” includes: Never-ending amounts of money $$$ “Be[ing] your own boss” Complete freedom from “the daily grind” The ideas are attractive, don’t they? But how in the heck does this apply to self-reliance & preparedness/survival? Well, let’s bring things back into focus. This […]
Emergency Lighting: The Importance of Lighting
Many people underestimate the importance of having light available during an emergency, but what does that mean? Why is lighting needed? Here are five basic & obvious reasons: Safety Security Search & Rescue Utility Comfort Safety In the event of power-outage, disaster, or emergent event, distancing yourself from hazards and danger areas is crucial. When […]
Critical Thinking: 4 Food Storage Principles
Well, whatever the reason behind your interest in food storage, make sure to follow these four basic principles for storing food short-term & long-term: S.A.V.E. Store foods that you like & eat regularly. Add fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, if possible. Variety of food choices within your storage enhances the experience of using it. Educate & […]
Preparedness Mindset Books: Making the Best of Basics: Family Preparedness Handbook
A Preparedness Lifestyle Resource! Never mind all the scare scenarios. Just close your eyes for a moment and imagine what would happen if you became ill and couldn’t work, or if an earthquake or hurricane or bomb left your community devastated. It happens all the time. When unexpected disasters happen, people who are even a […]
