F.J. spotted this: 50 Simple Tools Used to Rebuild Haiti. (Those lists have applicability in rebuilding here in the U.S. of A., in the aftermath of major disaster.)
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Michael Z. Williamson (SurvivalBlog’s Editor at Large) suggested this booklet: The Flowerpot Crucible Furnace–Build a furnace from a flowerpot and melt metal! Warning: All the usual safety provisos on high temperatures and molten metals apply! Do not experiment with this technique without all the proper safety clothing and gear, including a fire extinguisher. Also, be advised that a terra cotta crucible that is waterlogged or that has an unseen crack or void could shatter unexpectedly! Also note that while it is currently illegal in the U.S. to melt pennies or nickels, that law will likely change in the next few years, soon after the composition of the coins are “modernized” (read: debased.) So here is yet another good reason to stockpile pennies and nickels…
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Bob G. recommended this web page: Making Your Own Penicillin at Home
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Fernando Aguirre (aka “FerFAL”) had some observations on a recent farm attack in Argentina. (Thanks to Brian W. for the link.)
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Reader R.W. wrote to note that Glenn Beck just focused on prepping in his show on Wednesday: What can you do to prepare? He mentioned Texas as a relocation destination. You would have thought that he would have mentioned Utah or the Inland Northwest.