Lessons Learned - Chinese Flu

[Leveraction44]

The intent of this thread is to focus on a fairly narrow scope of this pandemic - Lessons Learned. There are plenty of other threads that offer members ample opportunity to share their wisdom on all aspects of the pandemic. Trying to keep the focus narrow is an attempt to make it a valuable resource to the members of ODT.

I expect that the number of Lessons Learned will increase as the pandemic plays out. Maybe this thread will help provide some guidance for future preparedness or for a future SHF scenario.

 

[Leveraction44]

Take actions early while most of population is in denial and before panic sets in.
Top off Prescriptions
Over reaction is better than not being prepared
Early Communications with friends and family - It is better for them to start thinking and taking actions early even at risk of them thinking you're a looney

 

[10thmountain]

Focus on ONE task at a time.

 

[allamericaninfidel]

This is not just a lesson for the kung fu flu

There is nothing in short supply that I needed -

There is no reason for anyone witnessing this crisis to take part in the panic mania of the next crisis

Lesson 1. Prep People - Prepare for what we know are no longer possibilities but instead are now eventualities

 

[palmettomoon]

Have your pics and ads pre-written for .223 and 9mm and ready to post at the first sign of panic.

 

[GAgunLAWbooklet]

How can you predict what items the public will go on a panic buying spree and start hoarding? I would never have guessed toilet paper would be in short supply.
Bullets, batteries, cleaning supplies, medication, would be reasonable predictions.
But toilet paper???

Here's a lesson learned, with some necessary extrapolation.

CoronaVirus has closed a lot of businesses temporarily. In some jurisdictions, the government ordered businesses to be closed. Other places the businesses chose to close voluntarily.

Well, THIS TIME, in Georgia anyway, home-improvement stores and hardware stores were not order to close and did not do so on their own. But what if they had closed?

Think of all the survivalists who envision turning their homes into fortified bunkers with barred doors, security systems with yard-scanning infrared cameras, walls of sandbags etc. etc.

Well do you have all the supplies needed to do that construction project? Are the materials currently on your own property? Don't count on making a run to Home Depot or Lowe's during an emergency! Don't assume that you'll be able to go down to RadioShack or wherever they sell burglar alarms and surveillance equipment and buy what you want at the last minute before you shelter in place.

 

[Trailrider]

Next time I see viral videos of panic buying on TP, sanitizer, and cleaning supplies, to go out immediately and buy some. Also, withdraw my 401k, but up all the guns and ammo, and flip it for profit.

 

[GAGunguy]

I made a list of stuff I was lacking in, and will focus on better preparation for next time. One of the things I hadn't thought of was Spam, good long term protein source, cheap and has a long shelf life.

 

[GAGunguy]

My son's mom didn't have hardly enough ammo, or a rifle. Didn't think to ask her what she had on hand until last week. Giving her an AR and full mags to hold onto for the time being.

 

[allamericaninfidel]

How can you predict what items the public will go on a panic buying spree and start hoarding? I would never have guessed toilet paper would be in short supply.
Bullets, batteries, cleaning supplies, medication, would be reasonable predictions.
But toilet paper???

Here's a lesson learned, with some necessary extrapolation.

CoronaVirus has closed a lot of businesses temporarily. In some jurisdictions, the government ordered businesses to be closed. Other places the businesses chose to close voluntarily.

Well, THIS TIME, in Georgia anyway, home-improvement stores and hardware stores were not order to close and did not do so on their own. But what if they had closed?

Think of all the survivalists who envision turning their homes into fortified bunkers with barred doors, security systems with yard-scanning infrared cameras, walls of sandbags etc. etc.

Well do you have all the supplies needed to do that construction project? Are the materials currently on your own property? Don't count on making a run to Home Depot or Lowe's during an emergency! Don't assume that you'll be able to go down to RadioShack or wherever they sell burglar alarms and surveillance equipment and buy what you want at the last minute before you shelter in place.

I don’t consider T/P a SHTF staple

Just by mere chance I could never be effected by that stupid randomness because of my habit of buying in bulk while on sale for all non-perishables - There is easily a year supply available without supplementing with a wash rag

And yes the materials are on site and pre cut to the size that will be needed
- 2x and plywood materials predrilled etc... Extra uncut material is available for projects unseen or maintenance

Isn’t everyone doing this ? Am I doin this wrong ?