(End of the American Dream)—Those that insist that what is happening to our planet is perfectly “normal” suffered another blow on Tuesday when we witnessed an absolutely massive volcanic eruption in Iceland. Since it sits directly along the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, Iceland experiences quite a bit of seismic activity, but one prominent volcanologist named Porvaldur Póroarson is warning that the eruption that just took place is “a different creature” from anything we have ever seen before. The eruption on the Reykjanes peninsula sent fountains of lava shooting up to 330 feet into the air, and residents of Reykjavik are being warned that toxic gas is heading their way…
Icelanders in the country’s capital Reykjavik have been warned that gas pollution is likely to head their way ‘within hours’.
Residents in the town of Grindavik were evacuated last month after thousands of earthquakes hinted that the Fagradalsfjall volcano was about to blow.
And it finally did just that last night, sending 330-foot-high lava fountains spurting into the sky out of a 4km-long fissure stretching across Sundhnúkagígar.
Can you imagine how much force must be necessary in order to throw giant plumes of lava 330 feet into the air?
For those that were traveling to and from Iceland at the time of the eruption, it certainly looked like “the gates of hell” had opened up…
Holidaymakers watched the gates of hell open up beneath them as they took-off and landed in Iceland during the nation’s volcanic eruption that sent molten lava spewing into the black sky from fissures in the ground.
Astonishing footage showed holidaymakers bound for Suomi in Finland flying over the volcano, with rivers of orange magma flowing over Iceland in a spectacular show of Earth’s power in the land known for fire and ice.
Other tourists on board an Icelander flight from Keflavik airport to Berlin and another to Copenhagen were this morning met with the same astonishing views, with the molten lava seen spewing into the air from below and snaking its way across the Reykjanes peninsula.
From a safe distance, this eruption is definitely quite beautiful.
Check out this video from the Icelandic coast guard who flew along where the volcano in erupting outside of Grindavik Iceland. pic.twitter.com/8xfxsfoAgd
— Kevin Lighty – WCIA 3 Chief Meteorologist (@KevinLighty) December 19, 2023
But what does this tell us about what is happening deep inside our planet right now?
WATCH: Volcano erupts in Iceland, lava shooting into the air from fissure extending 2.5 miles (4 km) pic.twitter.com/M93QePO4wK
— BNO News (@BNONews) December 19, 2023
For those that once lived in that area, life will never be the same again.
We are being told that this is a “worst-case scenario” because this eruption has happened very close to a very important geothermal power plant…
A volcano in the southwestern region of Iceland erupted on Monday, sending geysers of hot lava as high as 330 feet. The eruption was located near the Svartsengi geothermal power plant near the town of Grindavík, which was evacuated last month over an increase in seismic activity, the NY Times reports.
“We are looking at a worst-case scenario,” said Icelanding volcanologist, Thorvaldur Thordarson, adding “The eruption appears big, and only about two kilometers from major infrastructure.“
Meanwhile, northern China was just hit by a magnitude 6.2 earthquake, and more than 100 deaths have already been confirmed…
The Chinese Communist Party has documented the deaths of 127 people as of press time Tuesday and hundreds of injuries as a result of a series of earthquakes in northern Gansu province, the largest of which measured 6.2 magnitude.
The death toll already makes it the deadliest earthquake in China since 2010 and is expected to grow as several of the injured are in critical condition and many locals are missing under rubble.
Have you noticed that large quakes have been popping off all over the planet in recent months?
This is not normal.
It is being reported that this was “China’s deadliest earthquake in years”, and a tremendous amount of damage has been done because it struck a highly populated area…
Nearly the entire local population was indoors at the time of the quake because it happened in the middle of the night…
The largest earthquake reportedly struck around 3 a.m. local time – meaning most people were in their homes when it occurred – and reportedly destroyed “thousands” of residences, leaving thousands displaced in the dead of winter. Gansu is located in north-central China, bordering Inner Mongolia and typically experiences brutally cold winters.
Unfortunately, this is just the beginning.
There will be a lot more major earthquakes.
And there will be a lot more unusual volcanic eruptions.
A lot of people, including myself, are convinced that all of this shaking is related to the dramatic increase in solar activity that we have been witnessing.
Just days ago, the sun unleashed a giant flare which was “likely one of the largest solar radio events ever recorded”…
“This is likely one of the largest solar radio events ever recorded,” NOAA wrote Thursday in a report regarding the flare, which is caused by localized explosions on the sun’s surface that expel intense bursts of electromagnetic radiation.
The alarming solar event occurred Thursday after an active sunspot named AR 3514 erupted with a large class X.28 solar flare — the most powerful variety that the sun is capable of producing, as seen in ominous photos captured by NASA’s Solar Dynamics Observatory.
It was the most intense blast our star had generated since September 2017.
This solar cycle has been far more intense than the experts were anticipating. And this solar cycle isn’t even supposed to peak until next year at the earliest.
I am expecting even more solar chaos during the months ahead, and that will likely mean an even higher level of seismic activity all over the planet.
So buckle up and hold on tight, because there is going to be a whole lot of shaking going on.
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Five Things New “Preppers” Forget When Getting Ready for Bad Times Ahead
The preparedness community is growing faster than it has in decades. Even during peak times such as Y2K, the economic downturn of 2008, and Covid, the vast majority of Americans made sure they had plenty of toilet paper but didn’t really stockpile anything else.
Things have changed. There’s a growing anxiety in this presidential election year that has prompted more Americans to get prepared for crazy events in the future. Some of it is being driven by fearmongers, but there are valid concerns with the economy, food supply, pharmaceuticals, the energy grid, and mass rioting that have pushed average Americans into “prepper” mode.
There are degrees of preparedness. One does not have to be a full-blown “doomsday prepper” living off-grid in a secure Montana bunker in order to be ahead of the curve. In many ways, preparedness isn’t about being able to perfectly handle every conceivable situation. It’s about being less dependent on government for as long as possible. Those who have proper “preps” will not be waiting for FEMA to distribute emergency supplies to the desperate masses.
Below are five things people new to preparedness (and sometimes even those with experience) often forget as they get ready. All five are common sense notions that do not rely on doomsday in order to be useful. It may be nice to own a tank during the apocalypse but there’s not much you can do with it until things get really crazy. The recommendations below can have places in the lives of average Americans whether doomsday comes or not.
Note: The information provided by this publication or any related communications is for informational purposes only and should not be considered as financial advice. We do not provide personalized investment, financial, or legal advice.
Secured Wealth
Whether in the bank or held in a retirement account, most Americans feel that their life’s savings is relatively secure. At least they did until the last couple of years when de-banking, geopolitical turmoil, and the threat of Central Bank Digital Currencies reared their ugly heads.
It behooves Americans to diversify their holdings. If there’s a triggering event or series of events that cripple the financial systems or devalue the U.S. Dollar, wealth can evaporate quickly. To hedge against potential turmoil, many Americans are looking in two directions: Crypto and physical precious metals.
There are huge advantages to cryptocurrencies, but there are also inherent risks because “virtual” money can become challenging to spend. Add in the push by central banks and governments to regulate or even replace cryptocurrencies with their own versions they control and the risks amplify. There’s nothing wrong with cryptocurrencies today but things can change rapidly.
As for physical precious metals, many Americans pay cash to keep plenty on hand in their safe. Rolling over or transferring retirement accounts into self-directed IRAs is also a popular option, but there are caveats. It can often take weeks or even months to get the gold and silver shipped if the owner chooses to close their account. This is why Genesis Gold Group stands out. Their relationship with the depositories allows for rapid closure and shipping, often in less than 10 days from the time the account holder makes their move. This can come in handy if things appear to be heading south.
Lots of Potable Water
One of the biggest shocks that hit new preppers is understanding how much potable water they need in order to survive. Experts claim one gallon of water per person per day is necessary. Even the most conservative estimates put it at over half-a-gallon. That means that for a family of four, they’ll need around 120 gallons of water to survive for a month if the taps turn off and the stores empty out.
Being near a fresh water source, whether it’s a river, lake, or well, is a best practice among experienced preppers. It’s necessary to have a water filter as well, even if the taps are still working. Many refuse to drink tap water even when there is no emergency. Berkey was our previous favorite but they’re under attack from regulators so the Alexapure systems are solid replacements.
For those in the city or away from fresh water sources, storage is the best option. This can be challenging because proper water storage containers take up a lot of room and are difficult to move if the need arises. For “bug in” situations, having a larger container that stores hundreds or even thousands of gallons is better than stacking 1-5 gallon containers. Unfortunately, they won’t be easily transportable and they can cost a lot to install.
Water is critical. If chaos erupts and water infrastructure is compromised, having a large backup supply can be lifesaving.
Pharmaceuticals and Medical Supplies
There are multiple threats specific to the medical supply chain. With Chinese and Indian imports accounting for over 90% of pharmaceutical ingredients in the United States, deteriorating relations could make it impossible to get the medicines and antibiotics many of us need.
Stocking up many prescription medications can be hard. Doctors generally do not like to prescribe large batches of drugs even if they are shelf-stable for extended periods of time. It is a best practice to ask your doctor if they can prescribe a larger amount. Today, some are sympathetic to concerns about pharmacies running out or becoming inaccessible. Tell them your concerns. It’s worth a shot. The worst they can do is say no.
If your doctor is unwilling to help you stock up on medicines, then Jase Medical is a good alternative. Through telehealth, they can prescribe daily meds or antibiotics that are shipped to your door. As proponents of medical freedom, they empathize with those who want to have enough medical supplies on hand in case things go wrong.
Energy Sources
The vast majority of Americans are locked into the grid. This has proven to be a massive liability when the grid goes down. Unfortunately, there are no inexpensive remedies.
Those living off-grid had to either spend a lot of money or effort (or both) to get their alternative energy sources like solar set up. For those who do not want to go so far, it’s still a best practice to have backup power sources. Diesel generators and portable solar panels are the two most popular, and while they’re not inexpensive they are not out of reach of most Americans who are concerned about being without power for extended periods of time.
Natural gas is another necessity for many, but that’s far more challenging to replace. Having alternatives for heating and cooking that can be powered if gas and electric grids go down is important. Have a backup for items that require power such as manual can openers. If you’re stuck eating canned foods for a while and all you have is an electric opener, you’ll have problems.
Don’t Forget the Protein
When most think about “prepping,” they think about their food supply. More Americans are turning to gardening and homesteading as ways to produce their own food. Others are working with local farmers and ranchers to purchase directly from the sources. This is a good idea whether doomsday comes or not, but it’s particularly important if the food supply chain is broken.
Most grocery stores have about one to two weeks worth of food, as do most American households. Grocers rely heavily on truckers to receive their ongoing shipments. In a crisis, the current process can fail. It behooves Americans for multiple reasons to localize their food purchases as much as possible.
Long-term storage is another popular option. Canned foods, MREs, and freeze dried meals are selling out quickly even as prices rise. But one component that is conspicuously absent in shelf-stable food is high-quality protein. Most survival food companies offer low quality “protein buckets” or cans of meat, but they are often barely edible.
Prepper All-Naturals offers premium cuts of steak that have been cooked sous vide and freeze dried to give them a 25-year shelf life. They offer Ribeye, NY Strip, and Tenderloin among others.
Having buckets of beans and rice is a good start, but keeping a solid supply of high-quality protein isn’t just healthier. It can help a family maintain normalcy through crises.
Prepare Without Fear
With all the challenges we face as Americans today, it can be emotionally draining. Citizens are scared and there’s nothing irrational about their concerns. Being prepared and making lifestyle changes to secure necessities can go a long way toward overcoming the fears that plague us. We should hope and pray for the best but prepare for the worst. And if the worst does come, then knowing we did what we could to be ready for it will help us face those challenges with confidence.
It’s beginning to look as if Mother Nature has started its revenge against a race of beings that despoil everything it touches.
Is that what you think is happening? Mother Earth is pissed? Wow.
Right, because this is the first volcano eruption in the history of the planet.
The Earth that God created is doing what it does. Just ask the people living in Pompeii, or at the foot of Krakatoa. The massive giant sinkhole in Russia – or the “well of hell” in Yemen. Birth pangs are only BARELY just beginning. And MUCH MUCH more has to happen for it to be the end times. Just about any Christian worth their salt knows that the “Last Days” began when Jesus rose from the tomb and went up into the clouds. Now when the sun is blotted out for 3 days and the moon turns blood red and WHOLE MOUNTAINS are getting blasted into the seas – that’s a horse of a different color. And those things *could* happen tomorrow – or even later today. Even Jesus Himself doesn’t know the appointed time of His return. I would suggest that it can still be turned around IF we can get humanity to abandon this foolhardy endeavor to recreate the “days of Noah”.
There is no “Mother Earth” – only God, the Father.
Amen à ton commentaire et Jésus dit: Ne vous troublez point (nous ses enfants) lorsque vous verrez ces choses arriver.
Signes de fin des temps bien sûr. Quand vous verrez toutes ces choses….
Dieu vous bénisse!
God bless you too! May his mercy and grace pull us through this turbulent moment. May this turbulent moment bring forth many new brothers and sisters in Christ!
Just in, according to an eye witness “The sky is falling.” Henny Penny would win a worthless Nobel prize in todays sensationalist reporting. History of the world says this ain’t new. Where do they think Iceland came from. Just the facts ma’am.
“This is not normal.”?? How would the author know what’s normal. The author is definitely under 100 YO and mother nature is how old?
Solar flares? Really? How about the “forecast” in Matthew 24 that Jesus gave his disciples (Jews) of the signs of the last days of earth as we know it…
The disciples [of Jesus] came to Him privately, saying, “Tell us…what will be the sign of Your coming, and of the end of the age?” And Jesus answered…, “See to it that no one misleads you. For many will come in My name, saying, ‘I am the Christ,’ and will mislead many [ANTI-CHRIST FAKES]. You will be hearing of wars and rumors of wars [Ukraine, Russia, Israel, Gaza, China, Taiwan, Venezuela, North Korea]…for those things must take place, but that is not yet the end. For nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom, and in various places there will be famines [food supply intentionally disrupted] and EARTHQUAKES [which can lead to tsunami’s and volcanic eruptions. But all these things are merely the beginning of birth pangs. Then they will deliver you to tribulation, and will kill you, and you [Jews and Christians] will be hated by all nations because of My name. At that time many will fall away [apostate church already here…protestant leaders ignoring the Bible…the pope blessing what God calls an abomination] and will betray one another and hate one another. Many false prophets will arise and will mislead many [increasing exponentially now]. Because lawlessness is increased [needs no explanation…open your eyes to the federal government and media], most people’s love will grow cold. But the one who endures to the end, he will be saved [and those who give up will not]. This gospel of the kingdom shall be preached in the whole world as a testimony to all the nations [one last chance], and then the end will come.
Solar flares would NOT influence volcanic activity. Weather, perhaps. Infrastructure, for sure. Not volcanoes. Not tides.
This one volcano has polluted the air more than all of mankind could do in 10,000 years. In one stroke. When do the global warming freaks ban volcano’s.
There is no CAGW (Catastrophic Anthropogenic Global Warming) but there IS coming CAGJ (Catastrophic Anthropogenic Global JUDGMENT).
“You will hear of wars and rumors of wars, but see to it that you are not alarmed. Such things must happen, but the end is still to come. Nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. There will be famines and volcanoes/earthquakes in various places. All these are the beginning of birth pains.” (Matt 24:6-8)
Now is the time to repent and turn to God in faith of the Lord Jesus Christ’s finished work on the cross as payment for your sins.
The climate loons must be having orgasms over this.
maybe it will finally warm up. Iceland needs a more moderate climate.
If people knew anything about Grand Solar Minima, they would understand that when there is reduced Solar activity due to almost no sunspots, the magma in the core of the earth is affected and volcanic activity as well as earthquake activity increases dramatically. This has happened during the Maunder and Dalton Minimums several hundred years ago.
Impressive. Exciting. Amazing.