SHTF

It’s not often I read something that keeps me awake at night or makes my jaw hit the floor, but this week’s batch of must-read articles did both. Read on to find out why.

What happens if the next cyberattack takes down our financial system? Would you still be able to provide for your family? If your answer is no — or even a tentative yes — take a look at today’s first must-read article.

Prepping is something everyone can (and should) do. But I understand that age, illness and physical disabilities can present extra challenges when planning for an emergency. But where there’s a will, there’s a way — and sometimes all you really need are a few good ideas to get you started.

It was nearly impossible to narrow down this week’s batch of must-read articles. In the end, I decided not to limit myself to five pieces. Instead, I elected to include a sixth bonus article for your reading pleasure. Take a look.

This edition of the weekly drop covers some advice on where to bug out when the SHTF, what electronics to protect in the event of an EMP, the best guns for home defense and one more item you could add to your escape bag. Let’s get started.

Part of my goal for the Weekly Drop is to foster a dialogue among my readership. Pooling the best prepping advice means everyone can be better prepared for the unexpected. When the SHTF, you’ve got to look out for you and yours, but there’s no us-versus-them in prepping