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Disaster Preparedness for EMP Attacks and Solar Storms
★★★ The most authoritative guide to EMPs and Solar Storms ★★★
★★★ Try Bradley's "Survivalist Series" and apocalyptic western, "The Watchman." ★★★
What would happen if terrorists detonated a nuclear device high above the United States? What about if the Sun emitted a large coronal mass ejection that resulted in a damaging geomagnetic storm? In either case, electrical power could be lost for months. Shortages would quickly ensue—food, water, and fuel would disappear within days. Widespread panic and suffering would be unavoidable. Are you prepared for these large-scale disasters?
This book will help you to prepare for two end-of-the-world-as-we-know-it (TEOTWAWKI) the EMP attack and the solar storm. Each threat is carefully studied with analyses of its likelihood and potential impacts on our nation’s critical infrastructures. Practical preparations are outlined, including steps to meet the fourteen basic needs in the absence of modern utilities, and the use of Faraday cages and uninterruptible power supplies to protect personal electronics. Several techniques for constructing ad-hoc Faraday cages are presented. The shielding effectiveness of homemade Faraday cages is measured and compared, including metal garbage cans, foil-wrapped boxes, fire safes, anti-static bags, ammo cans, microwave ovens, and full-sized protective rooms.
The Expanded Edition includes 25 additional pages with discussions of how to establish your own micro-infrastructures, such as food, water, and electricity. Also, the susceptibility and protection of personal automobiles is presented.
★★★ Try Bradley's "Survivalist Series" and apocalyptic western, "The Watchman." ★★★
What would happen if terrorists detonated a nuclear device high above the United States? What about if the Sun emitted a large coronal mass ejection that resulted in a damaging geomagnetic storm? In either case, electrical power could be lost for months. Shortages would quickly ensue—food, water, and fuel would disappear within days. Widespread panic and suffering would be unavoidable. Are you prepared for these large-scale disasters?
This book will help you to prepare for two end-of-the-world-as-we-know-it (TEOTWAWKI) the EMP attack and the solar storm. Each threat is carefully studied with analyses of its likelihood and potential impacts on our nation’s critical infrastructures. Practical preparations are outlined, including steps to meet the fourteen basic needs in the absence of modern utilities, and the use of Faraday cages and uninterruptible power supplies to protect personal electronics. Several techniques for constructing ad-hoc Faraday cages are presented. The shielding effectiveness of homemade Faraday cages is measured and compared, including metal garbage cans, foil-wrapped boxes, fire safes, anti-static bags, ammo cans, microwave ovens, and full-sized protective rooms.
The Expanded Edition includes 25 additional pages with discussions of how to establish your own micro-infrastructures, such as food, water, and electricity. Also, the susceptibility and protection of personal automobiles is presented.
144 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 20, 2012
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About the author
Arthur T. Bradley
66 books170 followersEvents have made me who I am, neither a hardcore survivalist nor an all-trusting soul. I am a Boy Scout in the truest sense of the word—dedicated to family, country, and good citizenship. As you may already know, an enabling element of those ideals is being prepared.
It took the horrific events of 9/11 to wake me from my routine complacency. In one single moment, I came to realize that our world is not as safe as we would all like to believe. We have no guarantee of safety in this world. Disasters occur on an almost daily basis all around the globe. Major events in recent years have included the devastating tsunamis striking Japan and the coast of Sumatra, the rash of tornadoes that swept across the U.S. in 2011, Hurricane Katrina, the deadly earthquake in Haiti, and the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico to name just a few.
I believe with all my heart that we have a duty to prepare our families for the dangers they face. I started my preparation by reading nearly every disaster preparedness book currently available. If you check Amazon, you will see that I am the #1 reviewer for many of these books. Even with all the material out there, I could not find a single book that offered a complete, well-reasoned approach to practical preparedness. As a NASA engineer, I took up the challenge by conducting very careful research – disecting fact from folklore. Three years and many thousands of dollars later, I have finally released a handbook that offers well-researched advice that can be put into practice in the real world by normal families.
I wrote this handbook for my own family, but I would be honored to share it with yours. If you are not fully satisfied with the Handbook to Practical Disaster Preparedness for the Family, send it back, and I’ll refund your money, no questions asked.
Arthur T. Bradley, Ph.D.
It took the horrific events of 9/11 to wake me from my routine complacency. In one single moment, I came to realize that our world is not as safe as we would all like to believe. We have no guarantee of safety in this world. Disasters occur on an almost daily basis all around the globe. Major events in recent years have included the devastating tsunamis striking Japan and the coast of Sumatra, the rash of tornadoes that swept across the U.S. in 2011, Hurricane Katrina, the deadly earthquake in Haiti, and the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico to name just a few.
I believe with all my heart that we have a duty to prepare our families for the dangers they face. I started my preparation by reading nearly every disaster preparedness book currently available. If you check Amazon, you will see that I am the #1 reviewer for many of these books. Even with all the material out there, I could not find a single book that offered a complete, well-reasoned approach to practical preparedness. As a NASA engineer, I took up the challenge by conducting very careful research – disecting fact from folklore. Three years and many thousands of dollars later, I have finally released a handbook that offers well-researched advice that can be put into practice in the real world by normal families.
I wrote this handbook for my own family, but I would be honored to share it with yours. If you are not fully satisfied with the Handbook to Practical Disaster Preparedness for the Family, send it back, and I’ll refund your money, no questions asked.
Arthur T. Bradley, Ph.D.
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January 18, 2024
Look, here's the deal. I read a book series a couple of years ago (One Second After by William Forstchen) about a fictional societal collapse caused by an EMP (electromagnetic pulse) from the detonation of an aerial nuclear weapon and frankly, it freaked me out.
So I decided I had better prepare for such an event and I bought this book. This was about five years ago.
Since that time, I've come to know myself a little bit better and with a bit more humility. I cannot construct IKEA furniture, I rarely hit center mass at the gun range and in the words of the famous philosopher Forrest Gump, "I am not a smart man."
As such, it has become clear to me that I would not survive such a societal collapse. So reading this book was frankly kind of pointless, because not only am I not going to do any of the things recommended in it, but even if I did, I would likely do it wrong anyway.
All that said, for people who ARE qualified to do such things and get their rocks off to the idea of turning their guest bedroom into an aluminum foil-wrapped Faraday Cage, I think this could be helpful for you.
So I decided I had better prepare for such an event and I bought this book. This was about five years ago.
Since that time, I've come to know myself a little bit better and with a bit more humility. I cannot construct IKEA furniture, I rarely hit center mass at the gun range and in the words of the famous philosopher Forrest Gump, "I am not a smart man."
As such, it has become clear to me that I would not survive such a societal collapse. So reading this book was frankly kind of pointless, because not only am I not going to do any of the things recommended in it, but even if I did, I would likely do it wrong anyway.
All that said, for people who ARE qualified to do such things and get their rocks off to the idea of turning their guest bedroom into an aluminum foil-wrapped Faraday Cage, I think this could be helpful for you.
May 13, 2017
I decided to get this book because I read a lot of disaster fiction where the world is ending because of an EMP or solar storm, and I thought it would be useful to read some background on the subject. The book would be useful for learning about these things as well as for preppers who want to know their enemy, prepare for possible disasters and all about things like Faraday Cages. Interesting read though a bit more mathematical in places than I would like!
November 4, 2017
Short Book Clearly Organized
This book serves as a quick introduction to EMP. It was written in advance of the 2012 solar maximum. As such it does go into detail on solar generated EMP. Large portions of the book were copied from the 2008 EMP commission. Dr. Bradley does give general attribution to sources. He also copies from his DP handbook - an entire chapter is a copy from this book. He does have some original and important information on Faraday cage effectiveness. Overall, I felt like it was rushed to press for the 2012 doomsday craze.
Hopefully he will produce an expanded version. He could drill down into the 14 survival needs categories using his methodology for disaster preparedness. He should give more coverage to High Altitude EMP attacks. Coverage should include discussion of nuclear plant failure, warning times of a missile launched EMP attack that will be provided to public, and possible use of satellite based attack.
This book serves as a quick introduction to EMP. It was written in advance of the 2012 solar maximum. As such it does go into detail on solar generated EMP. Large portions of the book were copied from the 2008 EMP commission. Dr. Bradley does give general attribution to sources. He also copies from his DP handbook - an entire chapter is a copy from this book. He does have some original and important information on Faraday cage effectiveness. Overall, I felt like it was rushed to press for the 2012 doomsday craze.
Hopefully he will produce an expanded version. He could drill down into the 14 survival needs categories using his methodology for disaster preparedness. He should give more coverage to High Altitude EMP attacks. Coverage should include discussion of nuclear plant failure, warning times of a missile launched EMP attack that will be provided to public, and possible use of satellite based attack.
November 22, 2022
One of the biggest things I've run into when dealing with the subject of EMP is actual numbers. The author refers to interesting tests of different methods of threat mitigation and reduction. I found his research on the subject of different enclosures, with the associated numbers, to be VERY interesting.
This book will not make you and expert on the subject, but it does give some realistic projections using information currently known.
It is an easy read and quite informative.
I believe it is an important book for those who are concerned about the threat of possible EMP issues.
This book will not make you and expert on the subject, but it does give some realistic projections using information currently known.
It is an easy read and quite informative.
I believe it is an important book for those who are concerned about the threat of possible EMP issues.
May 11, 2017
EMP Preparedness
Excellent book for preparedness of potential EMP, everyone should read this book A MUST READ.
If the power is it for one year or more 9 of 10 people will die.
Excellent book for preparedness of potential EMP, everyone should read this book A MUST READ.
If the power is it for one year or more 9 of 10 people will die.
August 14, 2017
Too much advertising of site
No or little practical information. Felt like the entire book was hard sell for outside site. Waste of my time.
No or little practical information. Felt like the entire book was hard sell for outside site. Waste of my time.
December 28, 2018
I highly recommend this book as it is very informative for the casual prepper. The author gives excellent bibliographic references throughout the book for further research on topics.
May 29, 2024
Very informative. A deep dive into EMP attacks and solar storms.
July 1, 2017
The subject of EMPs/Solar Storms, as the author makes a it a point to allude to, is merely one component of a more robust preparation plan.
No, this book is not about doom and gloom, or the end of the world. This book, is however, about the very realistic fact that solar storms do and have taken place, and EMP [electromagnetic pulses] are a realistic concern/threat among many high-level individuals.
Many people scoff at the notion of having knowledge of preparedness and these are the same people that will literally spend thousands of dollars yearly on all types of insurances, for things they will in all high probably likely never use. That’s how the Insurance Companies make money, you know.
Ironically, the mere mention in some circles of a month’s worth of food – that you’re going to eat anyways, and thus not incur any additional financial cost like “real insurance” – makes some believe that certain preparedness principles are far out there. The reason? With TV Shows & Media that do nothing but marginalize individuals that are into preparedness, it’s no wonder the lot of the populace is brainwashed on the subject. And yet, all of our ancestors practiced – as they had too – prudent preparedness in the past. Don’t believe me? How was food stored over the winter? It was canned and stored in a myriad of ways, among other things. It had to be, if not, you might eat less, or might not eat. It was certainly stored other ways as well. That shows a very practical precedent for general preparedness.
In any case, this book is more of an advanced tier into preparedness, but a needed one nonetheless.
Disaster Preparedness For EMP Attacks & Solar Storms by Arthur T. Bradley Ph.D is a rather swift read. It should take no more than 2-3 hours tops, or even quicker if you know many of the topics already covered.
The book is rather incisive in that it cuts through much of the BS that is out there online in regards to protection in mitigating EMP/Solar Storms. This is my favorite part of the entire book.
In a rather comprehensive way, this book addresses all areas of concern individuals interested in preparedness should be pondering. That is very helpful especially if you are a beginning prepper and just managed to jump into this topic.
Out of all preparedness subjects, an EMP/Solar storm threat is one of those issues that is extremely unlikely to happen, and yet, it’s quite possible especially when extreme solar activity and solar storms are taking place.
It really doesn’t take a lot to get prepared if you do it right. There is much misinformation/disinformation out there in regard to these subjects. This is one great reason why this book stands out. Bradley goes straight to the point, and keeps it practical while not also overdoing it.
All in all, this book is a vital component for individuals interested in general preparedness.
That being said, before jumping on this book, people should probably make sure they have other more likely areas of concern [more possible/common areas]- such as earthquakes, tornadoes [we live in Tornado alley here], hurricanes, etc. – addressed.
Bradley makes his case with sound, verifiable and meaningful information that is sorely lacking in many other disciplines. This can see throughout the entirety of the book, and only serves to buttress the information provided by the author.
The book even showcases a table that is very useful which outlines the shielding effectiveness of various enclosures.
While not in most people’s most likely scenarios to happen – and rightly so – EMPs/Solar Storms are something to keep in mind. If you think this book might help you, then by all means give it a consideration. The book is definitely high quality work for such an abstruse subject.
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Other suggested reading:
98.6 Degrees – The Art Of Keeping Your Ass Alive, by Cody Lundin
The Survival Medicine Handbook – A Guide For When Help Is Not On The Way, By Joseph Alton M.D. & Amy Alton A.R.N.P.
No, this book is not about doom and gloom, or the end of the world. This book, is however, about the very realistic fact that solar storms do and have taken place, and EMP [electromagnetic pulses] are a realistic concern/threat among many high-level individuals.
Many people scoff at the notion of having knowledge of preparedness and these are the same people that will literally spend thousands of dollars yearly on all types of insurances, for things they will in all high probably likely never use. That’s how the Insurance Companies make money, you know.
Ironically, the mere mention in some circles of a month’s worth of food – that you’re going to eat anyways, and thus not incur any additional financial cost like “real insurance” – makes some believe that certain preparedness principles are far out there. The reason? With TV Shows & Media that do nothing but marginalize individuals that are into preparedness, it’s no wonder the lot of the populace is brainwashed on the subject. And yet, all of our ancestors practiced – as they had too – prudent preparedness in the past. Don’t believe me? How was food stored over the winter? It was canned and stored in a myriad of ways, among other things. It had to be, if not, you might eat less, or might not eat. It was certainly stored other ways as well. That shows a very practical precedent for general preparedness.
In any case, this book is more of an advanced tier into preparedness, but a needed one nonetheless.
Disaster Preparedness For EMP Attacks & Solar Storms by Arthur T. Bradley Ph.D is a rather swift read. It should take no more than 2-3 hours tops, or even quicker if you know many of the topics already covered.
The book is rather incisive in that it cuts through much of the BS that is out there online in regards to protection in mitigating EMP/Solar Storms. This is my favorite part of the entire book.
In a rather comprehensive way, this book addresses all areas of concern individuals interested in preparedness should be pondering. That is very helpful especially if you are a beginning prepper and just managed to jump into this topic.
Out of all preparedness subjects, an EMP/Solar storm threat is one of those issues that is extremely unlikely to happen, and yet, it’s quite possible especially when extreme solar activity and solar storms are taking place.
It really doesn’t take a lot to get prepared if you do it right. There is much misinformation/disinformation out there in regard to these subjects. This is one great reason why this book stands out. Bradley goes straight to the point, and keeps it practical while not also overdoing it.
All in all, this book is a vital component for individuals interested in general preparedness.
That being said, before jumping on this book, people should probably make sure they have other more likely areas of concern [more possible/common areas]- such as earthquakes, tornadoes [we live in Tornado alley here], hurricanes, etc. – addressed.
Bradley makes his case with sound, verifiable and meaningful information that is sorely lacking in many other disciplines. This can see throughout the entirety of the book, and only serves to buttress the information provided by the author.
The book even showcases a table that is very useful which outlines the shielding effectiveness of various enclosures.
While not in most people’s most likely scenarios to happen – and rightly so – EMPs/Solar Storms are something to keep in mind. If you think this book might help you, then by all means give it a consideration. The book is definitely high quality work for such an abstruse subject.
—————————————————–
Other suggested reading:
98.6 Degrees – The Art Of Keeping Your Ass Alive, by Cody Lundin
The Survival Medicine Handbook – A Guide For When Help Is Not On The Way, By Joseph Alton M.D. & Amy Alton A.R.N.P.
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