Off Grid Survival ZA

12/08/2026

This week we have a look at why it is so important to regularly check your gear.



https://open.spotify.com/episode/0NfPvRXWdar6IRoM708Dlo?si=uiW5yRCoQoOKd7_r29tzKw&utm_source=copy-link&sci=spotify%3Acard-config%3A5xMwHHGPUlF2Ckq3XhxvQK

Off Grid Survival: South Africa's first prepper podcast · Episode

11/06/2026

⚠️ STAY OUT OF THE DRAMA ⚠️

One of the most dangerous phrases in South Africa is:

"Let's just go see what's happening."

People drive towards crowds.

People stop to watch.

People slow down to film.

People leave a place of safety because they're curious.

Don't.

If something unusual is happening in your area, your objective is not to investigate it.

Your objective is not to understand every detail.

Your objective is not to get the best video for social media.

Your objective is to get home safely.

Crowds are unpredictable.

Rumours are unreliable.

Situations can change in seconds.

The person who gets home safely is rarely the person standing closest to the problem.

They're usually the person who saw the warning signs early and chose a different route.

If you hear about disruptions:

✔ Avoid the area.

✔ Delay unnecessary travel.

✔ Use alternative routes.

✔ Leave earlier if you must travel.

✔ Stay informed through reliable sources.

✔ Keep family updated on your whereabouts.

The strongest decision is often the simplest one:

Leave.

Prepared people don't run towards uncertainty.

They create distance from it.

Stay out of the drama.

Get yourself and your family home safely.

Skill. Mindset. Readiness.

Fortis Pro Active Defence

08/06/2026

In this week's episode Brett and Benn carry on their discussion about the recent storms that hammered the Western Cape and talk about what actually goes into repairing all that damaged infrastructure.



https://open.spotify.com/episode/4RJjtslQG0SPBmVg2yoiL3?si=KxjWBPhWToS7N5oCBr6IBQ

Off Grid Survival: South Africa's first prepper podcast · Episode

25/05/2026

This week Brett and Ben discuss the recent storms we have had on the Garden Route. From the massive cut off low that dropped over 200mm of rain in 24hours to the wind storm that peeled of metal roofs as if they were plastic sheeting.



https://open.spotify.com/episode/1gYlnfWsIVAkgnOlNSXFSB?si=U1JwtwhdRIqYA-DRk06jqg

Off Grid Survival: South Africa's first prepper podcast · Episode

14/05/2026

Sometimes being a prepper is tough. People make assumptions when they hear the word, they think Doomsday Prepper, bullets and beans, guns.

In reality we are just normal people that take a few extra precautions.

Do you have solar. You're a Prepper.
Do you have more than 3 days food in your cupboard, you're a Prepper.
Do you have rain water tanks, you're a Prepper.
Have you done a 1st aid course, you're a Prepper.

Being a Prepper isn't about wearing a tinfoil hat and believing wild conspiracy theories. Being a Prepper is about planning for the just in case scenario.

The Western Cape had just gone through a major storm, and those that prepped where the ones that didn't panic when the water started to rise and the wind was uprooting trees.

Being prepared for emergency situations doesn't make you crazy, it makes you smart.

Listen to our podcast on Spotify for more information on how to prepare for emergencies. Link on our page.

14/05/2026

Just to give an idea of how huge the area affected by this week's storm was, here is a list of towns just in the Western Cape that have been affected.

Sedgefield has now been without power for approximately 72hours and we are only expected to come back on line in about 48hours.

Even those with solar systems haven't been spared as batteries have run out due to there being very limited sunlight to charge them.

14/05/2026

ROADS UPDATE: N1 southbound reopens, heavy delays expected through the Cape Winelands region

SANRAL has worked tirelessly through the night to reopen the N1 southbound from Worcester to Paarl, with traffic controls and a stop/go in operation at Rawsonville weighbridge.

Vehicles will be permitted to travel south along the N1 from Worcester to Paarl but must prepare for heavy delays with a stop/go waiting time of at least 1.5 hours.

No hazardous materials will be permitted to travel south or queue at the stop/go. Any freight carrying hazardous material will be turned back. Freight operators must not send hazardous material to the area.

Unfortunately, the N1 northbound from Paarl to Worcester remains closed, with no timeframes for reopening at this stage. The Western Cape Government advised motorists not to travel to the Paarl-side of the Huguenot Tunnel until further notice.

Teams are working around the clock to clear and open roads as soon as it is safe to do so.

Thank you, Western Cape. We are in this together.



📷: SA Trucker

13/05/2026

Our latest episode about the recent storms dropped on Monday Unfortunately due to said storms I have only been able to get online now to post.

These storms are serious and have caused huge damage across the Western and Eastern Cape.

Please travel only if needed, stay away from low lying areas, stock up on drinking water if you haven't already and stay safe.



https://open.spotify.com/episode/7JfjDAFV7Aes4JFGIxpCgw?si=q_3WU8xCRKqetYlzBBh6Pg

Off Grid Survival: South Africa's first prepper podcast · Episode

06/05/2026

STORM UPDATE FROM THE MUNICIPALITY WHATSAPP GROUP

*STORM UPDATE | 12:00 6 MAY*

*1. Measured Rainfall 08:00 | 6 May*🌧️
Sedgefield 100mm +
Karatara 100mm+
Rheenendal 140mm
Knysna 100mm

*2. Service Delivery* 🚚
NO refuse collection will take place today.

*3. Municipal Offices / Facilities Closed to Public* 🏛️
Administration Services
Finance (Income & Expenditure)
Libraries & Licencing
Planning & Economic Development
Visit Knysna (Tourism)

*4. Power Outages* ⚡
Hornlee - restored
Thesen Islands
Rexford
The Brentons & Belvidere
Eastford
Green Stores – George Rex Drive / Marlin Road
The Village Sedgefield, Smutsville, Sedgehill – Eskom fault

*5. Confirmed Road Closures* ⛔
_*Due to Flooding*_
N2 / Turn-off to Buffalo Bay
Pitt Street - CBD

_*Due to Fallen Trees*_
N2 @ White Bridge – reopened
N2 @ Heidevallei - reopened
Waterfront Drive @ Fire Station - reoponed
Brenton / Belvidere auxiliary road

*6. Sandbags* 🚜

Residents can bring own bags to fill at Knysna & Sedgefield Fire Stations.

*7. Gunplast* 🏠

Issued as per Council’s Standard Operation Procedure. Residents to contact Fire Department for assessment and issuing

*8. Halls* 🏫

Homeless persons currently housed at Loerie Park
Halls: Ready for activation when required
Donations requested

*9. Communication Platforms* 📲

Residents are encouraged to monitor the Municipality’s social media platforms, website, or download the municipal WhatsApp Channel or Collaborator App for regular updates.

*10. Emergency Contact Numbers:*📞
*Knysna*
044 302 8911 / WhatsApp 060 998 6969

*Sedgefield*
044 343 2900 / WhatsApp 060 998 7019