Hurricane Helene was not supposed to happen…in western North Carolina. The flooding and devastation inflicted there are beyond anything recorded in the area’s history, and almost everyone was unprepared for it’s long-reaching impact, with no water, power, or food, and in many cases being cut off from outside help.

In this episode, we discuss what has happened and sort through some takeaways the rest of us can learn from, so we are all better prepared the next time there’s a disaster that shouldn’t have happened.

Should Christians prepare physically for the end times? Find out in our FREE Bible-based online class - “Preparation or Presumption”:

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When disaster strikes, every second counts. In this episode, we share a system that enables you to get out the door with everything you need in literally 2 minutes. So if you find yourself needing to get out of dodge, here's how to do it fast.

Reclaim your noble independence with The Ready Life Academy:

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In this episode, we break down the essential survival gear every car needs. Find out what you should always have on hand to stay safe when the unexpected strikes on the road.

The Ready Life Academy: https://www.thereadylife.com/academy/

Amp-3 First aid kits: https://www.amp-3.net/

Fall is approaching. Squirrels are hoarding their winter fare. Canadian geese are heading south. And wood burners everywhere are stockpiling firewood.

Try cutting that wood with a dull saw!

For the past 6 years, we've been testing what we thought was the best sharpener for the money. How does it stack up?

Learn how to get your family prepared for the coming hard times in The Ready Life Academy:

https://www.thereadylife.com/academy/

Let’s break down the best water filters for emergencies, survival, and everyday use so you can stay prepared no matter what.

Get the details and links here: https://www.thereadylife.com/2024/09/best-water-filters-for-emergency-survival-or-everyday-use/

The next financial meltdown you face may not have anything to do with the stock market! Life can throw curveballs that hit even harder. In this episode, we reveal the unconventional strategies that could save your family and enable you to help others during hard times.

If you "get" the concept of what we are talking about on this podcast but don't know where to start for actually "doing" it in real life, please check out the resource we created for you! The Ready Life Academy:

https://www.thereadylife.com/academy/

Trying to find the perfect property, but it's far away? Here are 8 ways you can research a country home or property online, long before you travel to the property.

If you need to relocate to a country property and need help, you need The Ready Life Academy:

https://www.thereadylife.com/academy Links: -Google Maps: maps.google.com -Zillow: Zillow.com -Google Earth: earth.google.com -Find a well log in all 50 states: https://www.TheReadyLife.com/findlog -USDA Web Soil Survey: websoilsurvey.nrcs.usda.gov/app/WebSoilSurvey.aspx

43 million Americans rely on a private well for water. Almost none of them would be able to access a drop of water when losing utilities.

This week's episode is about the best solution for getting water out of that hole in the ground when you don't have power.

Here's to hand pumps!

Resources:

• Find your well log: TheReadyLife.com/findlog
• Installer Locators: Bison Hand Pumps | Simple Pump

You'll learn about:

• Static Water Level: Can a hand pump reach my water?
• Casing Diameter: Can a hand pump fit in my well
• Finding Your Well Log
• Obstructions: Identify potential issues like well caps, pitless adapters, and torque arresters.
• DIY vs. Professional Installation: Know when to do it yourself and when to call in the pros.
• Hand Pump Types: Differences between shallow and deep well hand pumps.
• Popular Brands: Insight into Bison, Simple Pump, Baker Monitor, and the Apocalypse Pump for emergency use.