Odds ‘n Sods:

John McC. mentioned an interesting (albeit slow-loading) environmental threat map site.

   o o o

I heard from a reader in Wyoming about some newly-manufactured herdsman-style trailers equipped with wood stoves. They look like a good option for extended camping situations, or a way to house extra families that show up at your retreat at the 11th Hour.

   o o o

Damon pointed us to a Washington Times editorial: The coming war with Iran.

   o o o

India floods leave 2.5 million homeless, 250 dead. (My thanks to Eric C. for the link )