Why do we need a handkerchief for emergency situations? なぜ災害時のためにハンカチが必要なのか？ First, do you have a handkerchief?? Nowadays, how many people know about using a handkerchief or bandana in their daily life, for anything other than fashion? There are many ways to use a handkerchief, and you might want to have one in your pocket, all […]
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What should I know about emergency knives before getting one? 災害用ナイフを買う前に何を知っておいた方がいい？ After a major disaster, you might suddenly have to do many things for yourself. You may find yourself — you and your family — thirsty, hungry, sleepy, or cold. In a crisis, these conditions can persist, indefinitely. So, what can you do? You need
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Which knife should I prepare for emergencies? どのナイフを災害用に準備するといい？ When you prepare a knife for emergencies, you might imagine needing it for self-defense. It’s true there might be situations where you need to use your knife to protect yourself or your family (I sincerely hope not, but these things do happen), but knives aren’t always weapons.
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How to get oil from food, for oil lamps and other purposes. どうやってオイルランプやその他に使える油を食品から搾り出せる？ There are many kinds of food oil at the grocery store, and sometimes it’s difficult to decide which one to get. But in a long-term emergency, if the stores are all closed, you will not have any choice. If you can get
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How can I make a wick holder for an oil lamp in an emergency? 災害時にどうやってオイルランプの芯ホルダーを作ることができる？ After a big disaster or prolonged emergency, you might need to do a lot of “DIY.” Making oil lamps is one daily necessity you can take care of yourself. Now, it might be difficult to think about long-term emergency situations,
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