The Cascade to S.H.T.F. (S**t Hitting The Fan)

I did not expect to see empty shelves at the grocery store shortly after the 2019 Wuhan chinese communist party (ccp) virus hit the U.S. Those who say "it won't happen" live in a fantasy land of unicorns and rainbows wearing rose-colored glasses. When their food runs out, those are the ones who will panic and knock on the doors of those who have prepared. Those are the ones I need to defend against. A cascade of events, triggered by a sentinel event (not necessarily some end of the world, Hollywood doomsday scenario), will lead to panic and then on to food and fuel shortages, civil unrest, supply chain disruptions and possibly martial law being imposed.

Check out these videos which inspired the creation of this web page:   [Video 1]   [Video 2]

Whatever the sentinel event (the fuel for the fire), panic (the oxygen and accelerant) will ensue and the following events are likely to occur:
• Severe stock market crash
• Bank runs – people pulling out their cash and bank closures
• Corporate closures – bankruptcies – layoffs
• Supply chain disruptions – food and supplies depleted within 3 days
• Fuel shortages – rationing then depletion
• Municipal (government) services cut – no staffing – no 911 - fire – police – trash pickup
• Municipal Water supplies compromised
• Access to healthcare reduced then unavailable
• Crime increase – gangs will proliferate – riots – looting – assaults
• Civil unrest by the "lawful" who will panic and want food and supplies to survive (may take about 2 weeks)
• Martial Law will be implemented IF any governments still exist – loss of liberties & freedoms and Constitution Suspended

Signs of The Last Days - Isaiah Chapter 3 and Chapter 4 [Video Bible Study]- Worldwide - to Paraphrase: God will take away strong, knowledgeable men. He will allow weak, uneducated, inexperienced people (children & women) to rule (for 3 1/2 years). They will take over. People will become oppressed by neighbors and friends and children will disrespect the past and honorable. Things will get so bad that the women will beg men to "fix it" and they will refuse. [3 1/2 years later] One will stand up and say "OK, as long as you do exactly what I say". He will begin. Most will obey. Few will rebel. He will call in military forces to quell the rebels. They will call on God for help. Jesus will return (Time from the beginning of the "fix" to Messiah's return - 5 months). Ultimate Preparations

[Blog Link]

Understanding What NOT to do in a SHTF Situation is as important and helpful as planning and knowing how to properly respond. While instincts are important to consider, often they will make us do things that are counterproductive to our survival. Here are some of those counterproductive responses: [Inspirational Video] Don't Panic. Get & Stay prepared. Use this Emergency Preparations Checklist to get started. Prepare Spiritually. Don't get obsessed with newscasts. They sensationalize everything. It can cause confusion. Don't ignor help. Take advantage of any [government] resources to improve your situation unless conditions are required. Don't "bug out" unless it is absolutely necessary to leave your home. Don't draw attention to yourself by things you do or display that could attract undesireables but don't look like a victim. Don't blame yourself or others on the current situation. Just prepare to survive whatever happens. Don't exit your protective shelter unless you have a means of self-defense Don't become lawless. Don't take from others. Don't take a life except in self-defense. Work with neighbors. Be prepared. Don't be a "Lone Wolf". People helping people of like mind will better handle an emergency. Share when appropriate. Don't ignore health and cleanliness. Exercise. Stay Clean. Eat as well as possible. Don't visit Grocery & Drug Stores, Banks, Gas Stations & High-Populated Areas. Stockpile Food, Cash, Prescriptions, Fuel Don't tell others (except the team) about preps, supplies & plans that could attract others to come looking for handouts. Don't assume what may happen next. Think outside the box. Prepare for the unexpected but try not to be extreme. Don't despair or get depressed. Do fun things and stay active. CONCLUSION: It's said that if you can survive the first 72 hours of a crisis situation, it's highly likely you'll survive the entire crisis.