In war, it is common to see people who have to leave their homes to be safe during the attack of the enemy army. If you are in a dangerous area, you must have a survival kit ready to use.
Survival kits are used to gather basic supplies that one or more people may need to get through an emergency. In this sense, being prepared can be the difference between life and death. Here we want to offer you some recommendations on what a survival kit should have:
Basic supplies
The first step in putting together a survival kit is to consider everything you might need in the first 72 hours. For this, you must keep containers to store water, non-perishable food, flashlights, knives, a radio that works with batteries, thermal blankets to protect you from the cold, among other things. On the other hand, if you use any medication, you can't forget to have an emergency supply.
Use a map of the area you are going to
In a time of crisis, technology cannot be trusted, since in many cases you will not have an internet connection or a way to recharge your phone's battery. So, in order not to get lost, you need to have at hand a map of the area where you are going to take refuge. It is also recommended to have a compass.
Materials to fish and start a fire
If you are in a rural area it is possible to find a river or lake with fish. In this sense, you need to have in your survival kit needles and fishing line, as well as hooks. This will help you gather food when your supply runs out. You also need to have a lighter that allows you to light a fire in a short time.
First aid box
In your survival kit, you can never miss a first aid kit with the basic supplies to treat any wound and avoid infections. It is recommended to have gauze, pain relievers, butterfly sutures, hydrogen peroxide, alcohol, antihistamines, etc. All this will be very useful in an emergency.
