Urban Disaster

★★★★★ "The most engaging post apocalyptic/dystopian thriller I've ever read!" ★★★★★ "Holy Cow!" No Power. No Telephone. No internet. No T.V. No Transport. Nothing. What will you do when the world as we know it stops? For Kate Wolfe, the answer is simple - whatever it takes to protect her family. For Bob Jackson and his militia, it's the day they've been planning for. The day they take control. When the two collide, as the city of Boise falls to ruin, nobody can predict how things will end. ★★★★★ "I put Murray in the same class as Brad Thor, James Rollins, David...

I hunt the lost, the dangerous, and the damned. It's how I survive. This time? It's how I might die. Since my parents were murdered, I've survived by hunting down whatever—or whoever—needs finding. Rogue vampires, runaway dogs, missing kids, even deadbeat spouses. If it comes with a paycheck, I take the job. This hunt is different. A master mage offered me a reward I couldn't refuse—track down a rogue summoner, stop the demon, and get out. Simple.

Are you familiar with "situational awareness"? This book will cover what you need to know to gain a complete understanding of this concept.

Have you ever imagined being caught in an unexpected emergency or stranded in the wilderness with no one to rely on but yourself? What if you had the knowledge and skills to not just survive but thrive in any situation? Survival Skills for Beginners is your definitive guide to navigating life’s most challenging moments. Packed with actionable insights, proven techniques, and practical advice, this comprehensive survival handbook will empower you to face the wild, prepare for emergencies, and build resilience for any crisis. What You’ll Learn in This Book Survival Fundamentals: ...

When Disaster Strikes Atlanta: The Ultimate Urban Survival Guidebook is your essential tool for navigating emergencies in the heart of the South. From flash floods to heatwaves and cyberattacks, this guide equips Atlantans with actionable strategies to protect themselves, their families, and their communities. Drawing on the expertise of a former paramedic and Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) member, this book provides tailored advice to address Atlanta’s unique risks, such as tornadoes, traffic gridlock during emergencies, and flooding in areas like Peachtree Creek. Whether you ...

In When Disaster Strikes Los Angeles, former EMT and CERT member Yoni Binstock turns a decade of emergency experience into a practical, city-specific guide to help Angelenos prepare before the shaking starts or the smoke rolls in. Inside, you’ll learn how to: • Prioritize LA’s real threats—from earthquakes and wildfires to flash floods and civil unrest. • Build a fast “grab-and-go” kit using supplies from your nearest Target, CVS, or corner mercado. • Prepare for power outages and water shutdowns in single-family homes and high-rise apartments. • Safely evacuate during ...

The Ultimate Survival Handbook contains five of longtime, survival instructor Tony Nester’s bestselling eBooks, covering urban and wilderness survival along with the long-term skills of bushcraft. Tony has spent the past 30-years applying and teaching knife-only survival skills to the military special operations community and general public, including serving as a consultant for the movie, Into the Wild, the Discovery Channel, Travel Channel and the NY Times along with providing training for actors Josh Brolin and Emile Hirsch. For years, he also wrote a monthly survival column for ...

With the Paras relocating to numerous nuclear bases around the U.S., Will Reisner and Doctor Selene Munroe are in a race against time to complete the new bioweapon and employ it against the growing legions of mutant creatures bent on exterminating the human race. Little do Reisner and his team of elite operators know that this battle is only the beginning as the emerging leader among the Paras has a broader plan for invasion that will put all of the country's remaining military units in the crosshairs.

A zombie apocalypse may seem like a fantasy right now. But what happens when an outbreak hits? Will you be prepared? The zombie apocalypse is a disaster few believe will truly ever occur despite how it has captured the popular imagination. The Center for Disease Control and the Pentagon have developed zombie apocalypse scenarios. If these powerhouses of the American government can take the apocalypse seriously, so can you.

The city is your survival zone. Are you ready for anything? "The Art of Survival: Tactical Skills for Surviving City Emergencies" prepares you for the unique challenges of urban disasters. Imagine a sudden blackout, a flood inundating your neighborhood, or civil unrest disrupting essential services. This book provides the tactical knowledge to navigate these scenarios, covering: Short-Term Emergencies: Power outages, fires, and localized flooding. Learn how to secure your home, communicate with family, and access emergency resources. Long-Term Disruptions: Economic collapse, widespread ...

A queer dating memoir-in-essays about what we mistake for love, and what it costs when we keep mistaking it. Part comedy of errors, part emotional autopsy, The Worst Boyfriends Ever traces the patterns behind modern dating disasters with sharp observation and zero interest in pretending any of it was "character building" at the time. Just raw, hilarious truth about modern dating disasters. Open the book. Survive the chaos. Reclaim your standards.

A Story of Loss, Resilience, and Rebirth What happens when an entire city drowns — and still finds the courage to rise again? On August 29, 2005, Hurricane Katrina ripped through the Gulf Coast and shattered New Orleans. Levees broke. Families fled. Entire neighborhoods disappeared beneath toxic floodwaters. For days, the world watched as America’s most vibrant city nearly ceased to exist. But this is not just a story of destruction. It’s a story of humanity, resilience, and a community that refused to let its culture die. Inside, you’ll discover: The full scope of the disaster — ...

When disaster strikes, don't be left standing clueless. The Urban Survival Handbook is your comprehensive series of survival strategy tips and guides. When it comes to survival you'll need to protect not only yourself, but also property and loved ones around you. Preserving and replenishing is essential to getting out alive. Make sure you know exactly how to handle any disaster situation, otherwise the results may be fatal.

Essentially Prepared Families: Surviving Worst-Case Urban Scenarios isn’t just a manual—it’s a lifeline for modern families. In a world where unexpected disasters strike cities without warning, this guide gives you practical steps to protect the people you love. Inside, you’ll discover how to: Build an adaptable family emergency plan tailored to urban challenges. Stockpile smartly with affordable essentials and multi-use supplies. Navigate power outages, water shortages, and communication breakdowns with confidence. Keep children calm, seniors supported, and pets safe during crises....

Engine 40, Ladder 35 was one of the firehouses hardest hit in the aftermath of the terrorist attack on the World Trade towers. On the morning of September 11, 2001, two rigs carrying 13 men set out from this firehouse, located on the West Side of Manhattan near Lincoln Center; 12 of the men would never return. The story of what happens when one small institution gets caught in an apocalyptic day, it is a book that will move readers as few others have in our time.

This book was written for one purpose: to teach you the specialized skills necessary for surviving an urban disaster. Even something as simple as a widespread power outage can quickly escalate into a full-scale emergency as people struggle to cope with the lifestyle changes required to survive these situations. You will learn how to make a survival plan which includes provisions for evacuating if possible and hunkering down within the city limits if necessary. You will learn how to procure food and water.

Claire is only seven years old when her college-age sister, Alison, disappears on the last night of their family vacation at a resort on the Caribbean island of Saint X. Several days later, Alison’s body is found in a remote spot on a nearby cay, and two local men - employees at the resort - are arrested. But the evidence is slim, the timeline against it, and the men are soon released. The story turns into national tabloid news, a lurid mystery that will go unsolved. For Claire and her parents, there is only the return home to broken lives.

When Disaster Strikes San Francisco: The Ultimate Urban Survival Guidebook is your essential resource for navigating the unique challenges of life in the City by the Bay. From earthquakes and flooding to wildfire smoke and power outages, this comprehensive guide equips San Franciscans with actionable strategies to face emergencies with confidence. Written by a former paramedic and Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) member, this book combines expert insights with practical advice tailored to San Francisco’s distinctive risks. Whether you’re preparing for “the big one,” securing...

Sophie knew real fear and never more so than now. They had to escape the increasing danger...and that meant leaving their home. Their options were few...staying could be deadly. She knew disappearing wasn’t enough...they needed a safe place. Somewhere no one would ever think to look. She’d hoped their grandmother’s house would be safe...that didn’t work out. Caleb was determined to keep his best friend’s widow and children safe. But first he had to find them. Travel with Caleb, Sophie and her family on an inspirational saga that will rivet you with heart-wrenching moments of drama...

Sei vorsichtig mit deinen Wünschen, sie könnten in Erfüllung gehen! Deandra »Dee« Moth gilt dank ihrer magischen Instabilität als wandelnde Katastrophe. Kein Wunder also, dass eine Räumungsklage für ihren frisch übernommenen Buchladen in Ecco Falls eintrifft. Sie braucht also dringend einen Plan. Denn Dee hat die Nase voll davon, immer wieder zu versagen. Im Hexen-Netz stößt sie auf einen für Anfänger geeigneten Beschwörungszauber. Der Plan? Genial. Die Ausführung? Nun ja … Denn statt eines strahlenden Schutzgeists steht plötzlich der Tod persönlich vor ihr.