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 Samantha Biggers
How to Survive a Wildfire (2025 Update)

Every year, it seems there’s news of another forest set alight. That’s because any vegetated, and especially arid, region has the potential to spa...
By James Walton
Your Go-To Guide to Cleaning Respirators

Without question, your gas mask is an integral part of your CBRN preparedness plan. But simply owning a mask is hardly enough to survive the next...
By Aden Tate
The Hidden Dangers of Toxic Chemicals: What You Need to Know

Though they're not always noticeable, highly toxic chemicals have become an unfortunate part of our daily lives. From the food we eat to the air w...
By Matt Collins
Radioactive Survival Lessons from the Chernobyl Nuclear Disaster

Chernobyl was home to the most catastrophic nuclear disaster of the 20th Century. And now, with the Russian invasion of Ukraine, history may be d...
By Samantha Biggers
Why You Should Have a Gas Mask in Your EDC Backpack Loadout

Having the best everyday carry gear on you at all times is a challenging task, no matter who you are. Deciding what to include in your EDC bag and...