anonnerdfrenzy/survival-llm

What it solves

Survival LLM provides a private, offline AI assistant designed for emergency situations where internet access may be unavailable. It helps users find reliable information on topics like first aid, food safety, and disaster preparedness by searching through a pre-loaded library of trusted manuals and encyclopedias.

How it works

The application runs entirely on your local computer using an AI model (via Ollama) and a local database. When you ask a question, the system searches its offline library—which includes content from sources like the CDC, FEMA, and medical guides—to generate an answer. It explicitly cites the specific passages it used, allows you to view its step-by-step reasoning, and lets you add your own documents (such as personal emergency plans) to its search scope.

Who it’s for

This tool is for individuals who want a reliable, private, and internet-independent resource for emergency guidance. It is particularly useful for those who want to ensure their survival information remains accessible during power outages or network failures without relying on cloud-based AI services.

Highlights

• Fully Offline: Operates without an internet connection once installed, ensuring total privacy.
• Transparent Sourcing: Every answer includes direct links to the source material used to generate it.
• Verifiable Reasoning: Users can toggle a "Show reasoning" feature to see the AI's thought process and search steps.
• Personalized Memory: Can store specific notes about your household (e.g., allergies or equipment) to tailor future responses.
• Customizable Knowledge: Supports adding your own PDFs, Word documents, and text files to the AI's searchable library.