Comments on: My Chances of Surviving a Disaster Like Another Tornado In Oklahoma

By: fathersez

fathersez — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 13:58:40 +0000

I am no McGywer, and have never ever been tested under trying conditions. But if you are sure of being able not to panic, then the odds are with you. I still remember the post you wrote about your tornado experience. I would have most probably panicked. Read fathersez´s latest article - Links – The Everything is Possible Edition

By: TStrump

TStrump — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 05:43:15 +0000

That tornado must have been harrowing. If you can survive that, you can survive anything! I have to say, I've never been through a disaster. Here in Vancouver, Canada, we're due for a big earthquake, so who knows? Read TStrump´s latest article - Anatomy of a Failed Business

By: Jason

Jason — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 22:57:52 +0000

I suspect I wouldn’t do that well in a disaster – I tend to try and overanalyse things, which usually just leads to inaction Then again, sometimes there’s nothing like a dose of adrenalin to cut through indecision!

By: Gennaro @ Enduring Wanderlust

Gennaro @ Enduring Wanderlust — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 14:57:18 +0000

Keeping you cool under pressure definately helps. I was in the middle of an 8.0 earthquake and that's what kept us alive. being able to keep your mind as many around you lose their ability to think rationally. Read Gennaro @ Enduring Wanderlust´s latest article - Rock Climbing Over Rice Paddies

By: Scott

Scott — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 10:41:55 +0000

Interesting post. Reminds me of Boy Scouts. As Den Leader for my son we did things like prepare an evacuation plan for our home, made list for times without water and food, emergency first aid, etc. Time to review those. I enjoyed that probably because I was never a Boy Scout but I had my share of disasters growing up in Florida. Hurricanes was the disaster of choice down there and they are terrible to experience. Good thing is we had time to prepare but like the folks in Katrina a lot were in denial and didn't or couldn't evacuate. This denial factor is big for forecasted disasters! Also I was part of a disaster team that went into Miami after Hurricane Andrew hit with winds up to 140mph. People panic when they are in a situation were there is no electricity and water for days on end. They are like fish out of water they don't know what to do and rely on anyone who will listen to them. Tempers flare and situations ignite over fear. I believe that having a plan and preparing your family is definitely 90% of surviving any disaster. If it is an unexpected disaster, especially one that hurts or kills someone close, things can go south in a hurry for anyone. Like life thinking of others first and trying to help people stay calm and focused is positive reinforcement. Disasters are scary but understanding your weaknesses and preparing for them helps to ensure safety for yourself as well as others. Read Scott´s latest article - Win More Grants: Know Your Elevator Pitch!