A volcanic eruption is the result of the movement beneath the surface of magma. The resultant release of gases, steam and heat can cause either non-destructive and destructive events, such as lava flows, earthquakes, and landslides.
Volcanic Ash can cause serious health problems, especially for those with respiratory conditions like asthma and bronchitis. It can also interfere with communications, especially fixed-line phones and mobile phone towers.
Stay inside until authorities give permission to go out. While it's best to remain indoors, you should cover your head with a mask if you have to leave the area for any reason.
Keep an ear out for news on local and national television and radio stations. Follow Civil Defence or authorities' instructions to put your emergency plans into action.
Prepare an emergency kit that includes water, food, clean clothes, first aid kit, medicine and other essentials. These supplies should be kept in an easily accessible place.
Make sure you are familiar with all the volcanoes around your area, particularly those most likely to erupt. For periodic alerts, contact your local emergency management agency to learn about warning systems.
Learn about the various hazards that a volcano can pose to you and your loved ones and how they can impact you and them. Talk to emergency managers at your local, state or school about evacuation routes or safety plans in the case of a volcano eruption.
Have a plan for getting back together with your family in the event that you are separated during a volcanic eruption, and have someone else, such as a friend or relative, as your "family contact." The person you designate can contact you to inform you that they have arrived at your house and are safe.
If you live in an area that is potentially affected, prepare to evacuate. If you're unable to evacuate immediately, you can take a route that takes you less than an hour from the volcano's crater.
Avoid areas located downstream or downwind of the volcano. These areas will be affected by wind and gravity.
Protect yourself from volcanic eruptions by covering ventilation openings, closing doors and windows, and sealing them. Using tarps, put machinery inside buildings or garages, and bring animals and livestock into closed shelters.
If you have difficulty in breathing, you can use either a moistened cloth or a respirator to help you. Wear protective eyewear as needed. Consider having a caregiver or babysitter available for your children if they are young.
Practice your communication and evacuation plan with your family members, so that everyone knows how to communicate in the event of an emergency. Consider the needs of each person and devise a plan that will allow them to be reunited with their family once they are safe back at home or at work.
FAQ
Why is basic survival skills so important?
Basic survival skills include the ability to hunt, fish and make fire. These skills are essential no matter where we live, but they become even more critical when traveling alone or in remote areas.
Survival skills also include things like first aid, self-defense, navigation, communication, and wilderness medicine. They are invaluable life-saving tools that should be mastered before venturing into the unknown.
You may also need to have other skills in order to be useful away from your home. For instance, if your plans include hiking through the mountains, then you will need to know some mountaineering methods. If you want camping in the desert, you will need to know how to survive in extreme temperature. There are many ways to prepare for any situation. Don't be afraid to try new things and think outside of the box.
How to Navigate Without a Compass or With One
Although a compass does not tell you where you're going, it can help you get back to your home in case you lose your bearings.
There are three options for navigation:
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By landmarks
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By magnetic North (using an compass).
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By stars
These are objects you recognize immediately when you come across them. They are trees, buildings or rivers. Landmarks are useful because they provide a visual clue to where you are.
Magnetic North simply refers to the direction that the Earth's magnet field points. When you look up at the sky, you'll notice that the sun appears to be moving across the sky. However, the earth’s magnetic field actually causes it to move around the Earth. So, while the sun seems to move across the sky, it really moves around the horizon. At noon, the sun is directly overhead. At midnight, you will see the sun directly below. The earth's magnetic field is constantly changing, so the exact direction of the magnetic North pole changes every day. This means that your course could drift a lot in a single day.
Stars can also be used to navigate. Stars appear to rise and set over the horizon. These points are in space and can be used to locate your position relative to other places.
Which tip is the most important for survival?
You can survive by staying calm. If you panic you will make mistakes and ultimately die.
What is the most crucial survival tool for you if you're lost?
The compass shows us the direction north. It also shows us the distance we have traveled since our origin point. The compass might not always be able to show you the right direction if you are traveling in a place with mountains. If you are on a flat plain, however, the compass will most likely give you all you need.
If you don't have a compass, you could use an object such as a rock or tree for reference. Even though you still need a landmark to help you orient yourself, it's a good idea to have one.
What should you do in a survival situation
There's not much time for you to think about what next. Prepare for everything. You need to know how you will react to an unexpected problem.
You must also be ready to improvise if you find yourself in a situation where you're not sure what to do.
In a survival situation, you'll probably face problems like:
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Finding yourself in remote places
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Getting lost
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Limited food supply
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Running out of water
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Facing hostile people
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Face to face with wild animals
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Finding shelter
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Fighting off predators
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Lighting the fire
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Using tools
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Building shelters
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Hunting
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* Fishing
Why is knot-tying important for survival?
Knots are used by people all over the world to tie together items such as ropes, fishing lines, ladders, etc. You can also use them to tie bags closed, secure objects to trees and create shelters. A basic skill, making knots, can save lives.
Statistics
- Not only does it kill up to 99.9% of all waterborne bacteria and parasites, but it will filter up to 1,000 liters of water without the use of chemicals. (hiconsumption.com)
- In November of 1755, an earthquake with an estimated magnitude of 6.0 and a maximum intensity of VIII occurred about 50 miles northeast of Boston, Massachusetts. (usgs.gov)
- The downside to this type of shelter is that it does not generally offer 360 degrees of protection and unless you are diligent in your build or have some kind of tarp or trash bags, it will likely not be very resistant to water. (hiconsumption.com)
- The Dyrt PRO gives 40% campground discounts across the country (thedyrt.com)
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How To
How to Build a Fishtrap to Survive
A fish trap is a device that is used to catch fish. It is composed two parallel bars (the "trays"), which form a funnel shape. The water flows into one trap, and then settles on the bottom of first tray. This causes the water to rise. As the water levels rise, the second bar is broken, allowing trapped fish to swim free.
Fish traps have been around since ancient times and were originally used to catch salmon. They still function, but they can now be used to catch many kinds of freshwater catfish.
If you have enough water, you can create your own fish trap. For the trap's inner walls, you'll need some type or material. A commercial fish trap kit can be purchased online if space is limited. These kits usually come with everything you need except for the materials to construct the trap itself.
These are some important things to remember when making your own fish trap
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Ensure the sides of the trap are strong, so the water doesn't leak through them.
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Choose a spot that gets plenty of sun to warm the water.
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Use a smooth surface like concrete or stone for the bottom of the trap because rough surfaces tend to attract sand and gravel particles.
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Keep the trap's area free from debris, so fish won't have any problems getting caught.
Once you've made the fish trap, it's time to place it around the pond's edge. If the fish escape, don't panic. The trap should be left alone for a few more days to allow them to return in. The trap should remain wet so there is no need to clean it. If you see any dead fish floating around the pond, you can remove them later.