Gas Masks for the Masses: How a Refugee Built a Defense Contractor from Scratch

by Roman Zrazhevskiy

This isn’t just a business story, it’s about faith, fear, failure, and the fierce belief that ordinary people deserve extraordinary protection. From watching 9/11 smoke rise over NYC to shipping gas masks from our tiny apartment, we built MIRA Safety to make sure no family is left defenseless when disaster strikes.

For the first time, I’m sharing our journey in full—the struggles, the miracles, and the mission that drives us to prepare the world for whatever comes next.

By Aden Tate
NukAlert or Geiger-2: A Radiation Detection Comparison

If you're trying to up your nuclear preparedness, you've likely wondered about the NukAlert. This small, keychain-sized device can alert you if ...
By Aden Tate
Real-life Wolverines: What if "Red Dawn" Actually Happened?

You've probably seen the cult classic film, Red Dawn. And if so, you've most likely found yourself wondering, "Could that actually happen?...
By Matt Collins
Best Gas Mask Filter Buyer's Guide (2025 Update)

We can survive three weeks without food, three days without water, but only three minutes without breathable air. That's why gas masks can be a l...
By Aden Tate
A Power Blackout Attack Can Cause CBRN Events

The thought of a power blackout is on the top of many Americans' minds as the subject of power grid attacks, power grid outages, cyberattacks, ram...
By Aden Tate
Cordyceps and CBRN Gear: How to Survive 'The Last of Us'

The world of The Last of Us has introduced a host of people to the world of mycology and, in particular, to the fascinating Cordyceps fungi. We’re...