Keeping shrubs trimmed below window height and removing low tree branches prevents them from being used as cover. 4. Communication and Signaling
Fishing line tied to a cluster of empty soda cans filled with pebbles.
Replacing short hinge screws with three-inch screws that reach the wall studs makes the door significantly harder to force open. Prepper's Underground Guide to Improvised Weapons!
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A simple reflective surface can be used to signal for help using sunlight if power and cellular networks are down. ⚖️ Critical Preparedness Note Keeping shrubs trimmed below window height and removing
Positioning mirrors near corners or entryways allows for checking blind spots without being exposed.
These provide a high-decibel signal that can be heard over long distances to attract attention or startle an intruder. Replacing short hinge screws with three-inch screws that
Applying clear security laminate to glass windows prevents them from shattering easily upon impact, delaying unauthorized entry.