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Field Notes: Emergency Prep Thoughts from the Zombie Survival Index

Short posts on emergency preparation, survival priorities and what the state-by-state Zombie Survival Index ratings actually teach us.

August 23, 2026

Zombie Apocalypse vs. Natural Disaster / Catastrophe

The zombies are fun, but the preparation is real. Here is a general priority list of survival needs — water, shelter, medical, food, fire, power — and how to tailor it to your family.

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Personal assessment

How ready is your household, really?

Fifteen questions on your ZIP, your supplies and your plan. You get a Zombie Survival Index score out of 100 and a full readiness report by email.

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