When winter storms hit, small spaces become fragile fast. In this video, Dollar Store Disaster Prep: Small Space Survival on a Budget, we break down how everyday, low-cost items can become serious winter survival tools for heating, lighting, insulation, water, communication, and morale — especially if you live in an apartment, RV, tiny home, or compact house. Cold-related deaths have quietly outpaced heat-related deaths for years, and winter outages expose just how dependent modern homes are on electricity. This episode focuses on realistic, affordable preparedness for people who don’t have extra rooms, garages, or unlimited budgets. You’ll learn: • How dollar-store candles, foil, and ceramic items can extend warmth • How Mylar blankets and shower curtains dramatically reduce heat loss • Why dental floss might be one of the most underrated survival tools • How to build simple alarms, signalling systems, and winter insulation • How aluminum foil becomes a 3-in-1 winter survival MVP • Ways to store water, food, and power safely in cold conditions • How to protect morale and mental health during long winter outages This isn’t about fear — it’s about calm, capable preparation that fits real life and real spaces. ? Preparedness doesn’t have to be expensive. It just has to be intentional. ? Get started today — I've made it EASY! Everything you need to prep smart, small, and stress-free. ? LINKS: FREEZE DRIED AMAZING FOOD!!!? https://thrivalist.com/?ref=ARLEN USE CODE: ARLEN70 For 70% off a Special Food Sample and Survivalist Course! Here is a link to my Amazon Storefront where you can find many of these books in one easy place...Plus many other items featured in my videos. These items are items that I really have and have tested. Amazon Links for Products Featured in This Video to Help You Get Ready! Disclaimer: Some links are affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, I may receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Thank you for your support, I appreciate it more than you know! https://amzn.to/47er4U3 ?Here is a 10% off Affiliate link to WUBAN LIGHTS! ?EDC, Big Flashlights, Small Flashlights and Headlamps. All affordable! ? https://www.wubenlight.com/?ref=jnezdicc ? Go to my trusted choice Gold/Silver bullion dealer: Note - I am an affiliate and by securing your buying power you will be supporting this channel. Thank you https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101498164-10959597 Canned Ground Beef ??https://amzn.to/3GFfqIy Canned Beef ??https://amzn.to/3IHGDLd Our Water Distiller ??https://amzn.to/4msahmr 2-Way Radios ??https://amzn.to/42S4gXJ ??https://amzn.to/4jDYTTk Flashlights ??https://amzn.to/3GAWVVe ??https://amzn.to/4jYKsZG ??https://amzn.to/3RNavqR ??https://amzn.to/43boLA3 Fire Extinguishers ??https://amzn.to/4iIp0Hg ??https://amzn.to/3Sl9S7W Generators Gas and Solar ??https://amzn.to/3EI4d95 ??https://amzn.to/43cEBKM ??https://amzn.to/3YpzbJG ??https://amzn.to/3SeSMbR ??https://amzn.to/4jy61R1 ??https://amzn.to/3RLiFjt Links for Berkey Water Filter ??https://amzn.to/4hSf7am ??https://amzn.to/43akQE0 Links for Water Purification Tablets ??https://amzn.to/4i4vNLI ??https://amzn.to/4hOrlAU Links for the 5 gallon Water Jugs: ??https://amzn.to/3QvEG5h ??https://amzn.to/4ifR1q7 Rucking Boots ??https://amzn.to/43T0SOn ??https://amzn.to/3Rhk0y5 45L 72 H Go-Bag (camo) ??https://amzn.to/3FSaAXr ??https://amzn.to/4hZ0ZeS BRS 3000T Stove ??https://amzn.to/43wXsko ??https://amzn.to/4cbGDh0 Canteen Cup ??https://amzn.to/43CB4pN ??https://amzn.to/4lfe2eO First Aid Products Large First Aid Bag ??https://amzn.to/3EqVpnP ??https://amzn.to/4lzepkI The Survival Medicine Handbook ??https://amzn.to/4lHh7VA ??https://amzn.to/3RnLL8o SAS Survival Handbook ??https://amzn.to/4cEoQ2f ??https://amzn.to/3Evz7Bp Pen Flashlight ??https://amzn.to/4ilLSwg ??https://amzn.to/3Ehybk6 Headlamp ??https://amzn.to/4jfl4ii ??https://amzn.to/4ilMwda Hemostatic Gauze ??https://amzn.to/4jAPIm5 ??https://amzn.to/4ipHdJv ??https://amzn.to/43ZtnKC CAT Tourniquet ??https://amzn.to/43ZmtVB ??https://amzn.to/4iwBCS4 Tourniquet Pouch ??https://amzn.to/44uoSry ??https://amzn.to/3EpL0c4 SAM Splints ??https://amzn.to/43TH0ec ??https://amzn.to/4jCx0KL ??https://amzn.to/3GewaFX ??https://amzn.to/4cCAeeY Chapters: -------------------- 0:00 The 9:1 Ratio? 0:49 The Small Space Difference Maker 2:37 Dollar Store Medical - Dental Floss Rant 4:27 Water Filtration, Food and More 6:10 Emergency Upgrades 8:41 Tool, Fire Hacks Demo 10:49 Comms & Power 13:11 Morale from the Dollar Store? 14:04 The Right Item at the Right Time... -------------------- #dollarstoreprepping #WinterPreparedness #DisasterPreparedness #SmallSpaceSurvival #BudgetPrepping #WinterSurvival #EmergencyPrep #ApartmentPreparedness #UrbanSurvival #PowerOutagePrep #ColdWeatherSurvival #PrepperOnABudget #emergencypreparedness