In today’s world, it is becoming increasingly evident that acquiring urban survival skills is the key to facing life on a daily basis. While the current economic crisis continues, the world is experiencing far more powerful natural phenomenona then ever before in its recorded history. Earthquakes, tsunamis, hurricanes and other natural events are appearing in greater number-destroying the environment and devastating human life in their wake. The willingness to prepare now and follow sound advice, acquiring the ability to grow your own food and properly storing food and water will be essential to your own survival during and after such events. In addition, with many nations opting for war, you never know when our own nation, the United State of America, will be attacked next. Who can forget how the entire nation was caught off guard on 9/11? The next attack may be more devastating. A disruption of our communications and distribution infrastructures could lead to a rapid depletion of our resources. At such a time, urban survival will become paramount. Keeping up with current events and emergency preparedness are crucial factors for urban survival. Ensure your survival by preparing for the worst beforehand-only then will you be able to survive completely on your own without having to rely on the government or others.