Outdoor safety and camping gear for sale (left) at the Great Lakes Emergency Preparedness Expo in Imlay City, Mich., on Sept. 14; an attendee (right) looks at safety gear and other equipment for sale ...

SAN ANTONIO -- You've probably seen them on TV, or heard about "Doomsday Preppers." They stockpile water, food, and weapons, just in case the worst happens. Some call them crazy, but local preppers ...

Pinterest is a great place to plan for a fun birthday, a zesty cocktail party, a beautiful wedding, or… the apocalypse. No seriously, there’s a whole subculture of so-called “Preppers” who maintain ...

When people talk about getting ready for disaster, two groups always come up — preppers and survivalists. At first glance, they seem alike: both value self-reliance and readiness when life takes a ...

IMLAY CITY, Mich. — Jerry Katich says he’s “locked and loaded.” His home in a suburb of Flint, Michigan, is equipped with a generator. His cars are packed with first-aid kits, light sources and heat ...