Thread: Collapse......whats your first move?

You can find the heavy plastic 50 gallon barrels for around $5=$11 at some places for storing water. Find ones that have only had consumable liquids in them such as juices or concentrates. Coastal farm had some.

The bad thing about 50 gallon barrels is the extreme weight - 417 lbs. I would only go with 20 gallon, no higher if you have to manipulate their position at all once they are filled. Of course, don't place them on any questionable surface; concrete floor only, etc.

I bought some 20-gallon blue food grade barrels that previously were used to store olives for $5/each off Craigslist. They have snap-seal rings on the top, air/water tight. I put a cap full of Purodene in each one and also run the water through a charcoal filter when filling. Replace the water every fall although they COULD last 5 years.

Anything is better than nothing, but I'd say the minimum is three 20-gallon containers for each person. That is enough for 45-60 days. Without a doubt, also get a water survival-type purifier. An example would be a Lifesaver 6000UF. Incredible technology. Fresh, drinkable water from the most disgusting sources. Probably the most valuable item you could ever own post SHTF.

true the weight sucks... i use mine in a secure area on my property & never plan on moving them, its only there in an event of being capable of staying put. I have 30 gallons in movable containers for other purposes. Mine are blue also, and are seamless from top to bottom, just two small unscrewable access points on top for siphoning out liquids.

haw! good un!.

Originally Posted by gunnails

I think I would start by taking the day off from work, probably early on I would venture out to the truck and turn on the radio to see whats up, I would try to gather some more intel by hollering over to the neighbors and asking them whats up.

If after collecting as much intel as possible I would celebrate the collapse of the Govt. by drinking a beer or 2 while there still cold.

I would avoid the riot and looting of Walmart, I mean who needs another TV when there is no power.

I would form a pact with my neighbors to form a militia to protect our selves and pool resources, I would gather family and friends, search around for elderly an disabled folk, gather them into the fold.

Continue to monitor the radio and try to gather intel on the overall situation.

Maybe have a campfire cookout with my followers, have the kids put on a show of some sort, got to keep the clan entertained.

Maybe start a new business selling my well water to those out side of the clan in need, Maybe charge 1 cat for 5 US galons, for bulk sales probably charge a Saint Bernard for 55 gal.

Maybe paint my house that cool shade of blue that the home owners association nixed, tear all the smog control devices off my truck.

Light off fireworks that fly higher then 2 feet off the ground, smoke where ever I want, grow a beard and wear bike shorts every where.

Get rid of that awful maple tree along side the driveway that the County refuses to let me cut down.

Probably have to kill the crazy dude trying to weld my trailers together.

Declare myself king of my own home and live happily ever after.

Haw! good un. We would have at best 72 hours before chaos and anarchy begins. Prepare to repel boarders and defend with extreeme predjudice!! Greydog.

Originally Posted by chariot13

true the weight sucks... i use mine in a secure area on my property & never plan on moving them, its only there in an event of being capable of staying put. I have 30 gallons in movable containers for other purposes. Mine are blue also, and are seamless from top to bottom, just two small unscrewable access points on top for siphoning out liquids.

If you have a basement, you could just plumb them right in. That way the water is always being circulated.

The worst issue initially will be with dealing with all the parasites that will come running for help. You know, all the friends/people that think prepping is nutty.