Editor’s Note: We have experienced this fog ourselves in Southern California. My wife, who had not heard any of these stories, told me she smelled sulfur, like from fireworks, when she drove through a thick fog earlier today. I thought she was kidding until I realized she hadn’t heard a thing about the “mystery fog” and was telling me because she thought it was odd that it would still smell like fireworks the day after New Year’s. I have no idea what it is or if it’s a threat but my curiosity is piqued Here’s Michael Snyder…
(End of the American Dream)—Has there been an unusual amount of fog in your area lately? If so, did a lot of people in your area start getting sick after the fog arrived? All of a sudden, fog has become one of the hottest topics on social media, and even the mainstream media is now talking about this phenomenon. But is there any validity to this story?
I am going to try to be balanced and I am going to share information from both sides of the debate. I would encourage you to read this entire article all the way to the end, because there is a twist that not a lot of people are talking about right now.
Earlier today, the Daily Mail published an article about this story which was quickly picked up by the Drudge Report…
A thick fog is sweeping across the US with locals in multiple states reporting how a ‘burning chemical-like smell’ has blanketed their communities.
Concerned Americans have flooded social media with videos of what looks like white particles raining down and swirling in the air.
Some witnesses have also claimed the fog has also triggered health symptoms similar to a respiratory illness.
In recent days, a lot of very strange things have been happening, and this is certainly one of the strangest.
But are there any facts that we can verify?
Well, it is true that there has been an unusual amount of fog in both the United States and the United Kingdom…
Reports show that the fog has impacted air travel, rail systems, and highways in multiple areas. As reported by Sportskeeda, major airports in both the UK and US have experienced considerable delays and cancellations. Heathrow, Luton, and Manchester airports in the UK experienced “major disruptions” resulting from low visibility. In the United States, impacted regions consist of California, Texas, Florida, and sections of the Midwest.
In Des Moines, Iowa the fog was so bad that authorities issued dense fog advisories for six days in a row…
Much of Iowa saw a hazy Christmas instead of a white one this year.
Fog settled in over Des Moines and the rest of the state during the last week of December. A dense fog advisory was issued for central Iowa on Monday. This marked the sixth morning in a row of dense fog advisories.
It is also true that a lot of people are blaming their illnesses on the fog…
Reports from around the globe are surfacing of mysterious illnesses linked to encounters with so-called “chemical fogs.”
Described as a thick, lingering blanket, the fog has left people sick—many experiencing sudden cold or flu-like symptoms after only brief exposure.
Dubbed “Fogvid-24,” some victims have also reported an unexplained loss of energy.
This isn’t just happening in the United States.
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In the UK, a Twitter user named Jay Anderson says that he “got rapidly ill” after he was exposed to thick fog…
I’m really not trying to buy into the ‘Fogvid 24’ conspiracy where people are saying the thick blanket of fog over the UK that impacted us for about three days straight has made people ill but I got rapidly ill with cold/flu symptoms and it was after brief exposure to fog.
The National Weather Service is not denying that there has been a lot of fog lately, and they are not denying that people are getting sick. But they are suggesting that there may be scientific explanations for what we are witnessing…
However, the National Weather Service (NWS) issued a dense fog advisory for multiple states, suggesting there could be a scientific explanation behind the bizarre reports.
While the particles may seem unusual, fog is a visible aerosol consisting of tiny water droplets or ice crystals suspended in the air at or near the Earth’s surface.
Shining a light in the fog makes these particles visible.
As for the ‘chemical’ smell people have described, the fog can absorb and trap polluted air near the Earth’s surface, acting as a carrier for car exhaust, industrial emissions and other airborne chemicals.
That makes sense. And the Daily Mail has also pointed out that multiple scientific studies “have shown that fog can cause respiratory issues”…
Multiple studies have shown that fog can cause respiratory issues such as coughing, shortness of breath, chest pain, congestion and wheezing, especially in people with asthma.
That’s because our lungs are are designed to inhale oxygen, not water. When we inhale the increased moisture content of the air, it can irritate the respiratory system and trigger uncomfortable symptoms.
Fog can be especially irritating when it is mixed with airborne pollutants, allergens or other particles.
Okay, that makes sense too.
But there is one more twist to this story.
According to CBS News, the U.S. military “conducted more than 200 secret biological warfare tests over populated areas” in the U.S. for a period of 20 years. In one of the very first experiments, the U.S. Navy sprayed “a bacteria called Serratia marcescens in a mist that was unnoticed” due to the thick fog in the San Francisco area…
In what sounds like a conspiracy theory, the fog over San Francisco was used by the U.S. military in the 1950s as a way to maske the spreading of a biological agent in simulated germ-warfare attacks.
Leonard Cole, the director of the Terror Medicine and Security Program at Rutgers Medical School, called it one of the largest human experiments in history.
For a period of 20 years between 1949 and 1969, the U.S. Army conducted more than 200 secret biological warfare tests over populated areas. Among the first was in the 1950s along San Francisco’s bay coastline.
A Navy minesweeper went back and forth for a couple of days in September spraying a bacteria called Serratia marcescens in a mist that was unnoticed due to the region’s fog.
So it is entirely true that the U.S. military has used fog to conduct biological experiments in the past.
And that same CBS News article goes on to explain that it appears that some people died as a result.
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It was not acceptable to experiment on the American people then, and it is certainly not acceptable to experiment on the American people now.
But even if we could prove that our government is experimenting on us today, they certainly won’t admit it.
Sadly, our government has lied to us over and over again throughout the years, and this is one of the reasons why everyone is so paranoid now.
When most of the people living in a nation no longer trust the government, that has very serious consequences. But instead of taking steps to restore that trust, our government just keeps making things even worse.
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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.
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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.