In the 21st century, life is all about survival instincts. Whatever we do, whether we work, play or study, we are all just trying to survive. It is the most basic human instinct and the most sorted one.
Survival from a financial or economic situation is a good thing, however, learning to sail a boat during a storm is another thing. Life hazard survival is something that all of us should know or learn, so that we are ready for any situation.
Here are some scenarios and how to survive them. It is important to take note of these so that when a sticky situation arises, we are ready to face it with the tools necessary to make it through. Read on to learn about some survival tips.
What to Do if You Are Stuck in a Stampede
Death due to asphyxia or lack of oxygen is a common thing, especially during a stampede. We should ensure that we do not fall and keep moving in the direction of the crowd, then slowly move sideways to exit the stampede gradually.
In case of a fall, we should protect our head with hands over it. A look at BBC shows that most deaths during stampedes are due to crowd panic or festivals or an annual event.
How to Save Yourself and Others from Drowning
The best way to survive is to not panic. If we don’t know how to swim, we can hold our breath and float to the top.
To help others use a rope or a towel. While helping others we should remember to follow safety protocols for ourselves too since we are in the water.
How to React if You Are Being Followed
The best and simple solution is to drive to a police station, somewhere where there will be people. If we are in a strange area, drive to a busy place.
Using the headlights and the car horn, draw attention by flashing the lights and the sound. We should make sure that we do not leave the car and that the doors are centrally locked.
What to Do if You Are Stuck in Quicksand
If you are suddenly in a situation where you are stuck in quicksand, you need to approach the situation with knowledge.
Put your weight onto your right leg and with your left leg, shake your foot so that you can slowly bring it up to the surface and place your knee on top of the sand in a kneeling position.
With your weight now on your left kneeling leg, shake your right leg by leaning forward until you can bring it up in a kneeling position, and move off the sand.
How to Survive an Earthquake
If you are indoors, stay there. Quickly move to a safe location in the room, such as under a strong desk, a strong table, or along an interior wall.
The goal is to protect yourself from falling objects and be located near the structural strong points of the room. Avoid taking cover near windows, large mirrors, hanging objects, heavy furniture, heavy appliances, or fireplaces.
An understanding of the environment and the context in which we are entangled is an important aspect of first realizing the danger.
It helps us take the immediate step to react if needed, prepare for an immediate response to remove ourselves from the danger.
Conclusion
It is important to have self-control over our emotions and our sensibilities. It allows us to think clearly and not panic. It also allows us to help those around us to survive life-threatening events. Someone has rightly said that the world is a game of survival of the fittest.
Make sure to consider these tips and information if you are in a life-threatening situation, or if you are in danger, immediately call and seek help from emergency personnel.