You need to know how to avoid falling debris and broken glass when you're in the path of a storm. Stay tuned to local radio and NOAA weather stations for updates on the storm. If you are at risk of severe storms or flooding, take shelter inside and avoid windows, skylights and glass doors. A shelter is a good option if you are caught in a hurricane-force windstorm.
Avoid flying debris
Avoid contact with flying debris or glass during a tropical storm or hurricane. These debris can cause severe damage and even death. High winds can pick up flying debris. Therefore, it is crucial to keep your windows and doors closed. Lightning can travel through plumbing systems. Avoiding contact with electricity and plumbing is essential. During a hurricane, you should be cautious about washing your hands or dishes, as this can cause electric shock.
Avoid shattering glass
If you live in a high-rise building, stay inside and stay away from windows and glass doors. Cover windows, close interior doors, and lock exterior doors. If windows are not accessible, you can take refuge in closets or secure exterior doors. If windows can't be covered, place plywood over the frames or nail it to the window frame. Keep your pets indoors as well.
Avoid power line down
To avoid electrocution, be extra cautious around downed electricity lines. They are still dangerous, even though they might not be visible to the naked eye. In fact, a man in New Orleans was electrocuted last year after coming into contact with a downed power line. Another Florida man was electrocuted when he came into contact with the downed power lines during Hurricane Laura.
Avoid evacuating
There are several dangers of not evacuating during a hurricane or tropical storm. Public shelters are typically not equipped with cots or beds and are usually lacking in supplies. Food and water can run out quickly. It is best to avoid bringing weapons, drugs, or alcohol to these shelters. Leaving your home to seek shelter can cause delays, since many stores and restaurants along hurricane routes are closed. You may also find it difficult to get traffic flowing if you are not on the evacuation route.
Keeping yourself and family safe
If you have no time to evacuate, you should take the time to prepare a safe room or move to the middle of your house away from windows and doors. You can shelter under heavy furniture, if you are able. Extreme storm damage can result in financial and emotional destruction to your home. Hurricane Sandy and Hurricane Katrina together caused more than $80 billion in damages. While hurricane season is usually from June 1 through November 30, severe storms may strike at any time.
FAQ
How long does it take to find help after becoming lost?
This depends on several variables:
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You are where you need to be
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Which terrain are yours?
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Whether you have cell phone reception
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Whether someone has seen you
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Whether you have been injured
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It doesn't matter if you're dehydrated
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You have been drinking water?
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No matter how recently you ate
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You should wear appropriate clothing
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No matter if you're carrying a compass or a map,
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Are you familiar with the area?
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How many years have passed since you lost your keys?
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How much time did you spend searching for help
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How long does it take people to notice your missing items?
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How fast they decide to search you
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How many rescuers are you able to attract?
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How many rescues received you?
What is your best survival tool in the event you lose everything?
The compass tells us which way north is. 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 in flat terrain, the GPS will often show you where to go.
If you don’t have a map or compass, an object like a stone or tree could be used as a reference. However, you can still use a landmark as a way to navigate but it will be easier to determine north.
What can you do when faced with a survival situation
There is no time to think about the next thing to say. You need to be prepared for any situation. You need to know how you will react to an unexpected problem.
It is important to be flexible and willing to learn if you find yourself in an unfamiliar situation.
If you are in a survival situation, you will likely encounter problems such:
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Being stuck in a remote location
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Getting lost
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Food supplies are limited
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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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Making fire
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Making use of tools
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Building shelters
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Hunting
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* Fishing
Statistics
- 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)
- We know you're not always going to be 100% prepared for the situations that befall you, but you can still try and do your best to mitigate the worst circumstances by preparing for a number of contingencies. (hiconsumption.com)
- Without one, your head and neck can radiate up to 40 percent of your body heat. (dec.ny.gov)
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How To
How to Build A Lean-To Shelter
Small structures known as lean-tos can be found all across the United States. Lean-tos are usually made of wood or metal poles and covered with tarps or canvas or plastic sheeting. The roof is typically added after the walls, floor, or ceiling have been built.
A lean-to is a temporary shelter constructed at the side of a building when the weather does not permit the construction of a permanent shelter. It may also be referred to as a "lean-to shed," "lean-to cabin," or "lean-to house."
There are many types, including:
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Simple wooden frame covered with tarpaulin. This type of lean-to is commonly seen in rural areas.
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Lean-to tent is a structure of poles supporting a roof that houses a tarpaulin.
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A lean-to cabin is also known as a "cabin on-frame" and consists of a platform supported with beams and posts.
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A leanto shed, also known under the name "shelter–on–a-pole" or “paddock shed”, is made of a frame of poles supported by a cover.
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A lean to garage is also called "garage-onstilts" or "overhang". It consists of a steel framework that rests on concrete stilts.
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A lean-to studio is also known as a "studio on a frame" or "studio on a post". It consists of a framework that consists of two horizontal members (posts), and one perpendicular (beam).
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A lean-to greenhouse, also called a "greenhouse-on-a-post," consists of three parallel horizontal members (posts), one perpendicular member (beam), and a canopy.