People around the globe are increasingly concerned about heat-related deaths. A new report published in the journal "The Lancet" finds that climate change will make the odds of dying from extreme heat or cold increase eightfold by 2100.
The numbers are alarming, according to the Union of Concerned Scientists: If we continue to increase our emissions, it is projected that by the middle of this century, temperatures will reach at least a doubling of their current levels. It also says that moderately aggressive efforts (a scenario called RCP4.5), could help to prevent half of the predicted deaths related to extreme temperature.
Deaths caused by extreme heat
Many studies have shown heat extremes are the main cause of premature death in the U.S.
These numbers are crucial to understand as they can motivate local governments to tackle heat-related health issues more aggressively in an effort to decrease deaths due to extreme temperatures. But the accuracy of the data is a concern, as it can be difficult to determine whether or not a death is due to heat if it occurred after someone was already dead.
In order to estimate heat-related deaths, researchers have had to use a variety of methods. The researchers used data from daily temperature and county-level deaths to estimate the number heat-related deaths across several U.S. cities. These estimates have generally been quite small, ranging from a few hundred to less than a thousand.
They also compared how many heat-related deaths occurred in different temperatures. This method has resulted in a significantly higher number heat-related deaths in areas that are much warmer than the average United States temperatures.
This is an attempt to provide a more accurate and comprehensive estimate of the magnitude of the problem of excess deaths caused by excessive heat on a national scale. This approach uses regression to determine the excess deaths caused by heat.
The analysis begins by identifying which counties have had excessive heat-related deaths in the past year. Search for International Classification of Diseases codes containing the term "heat" to find the relevant codes. Next, the researchers calculated both the number of deaths attributable heat and the total number of deaths in the U.S. To calculate the death rate in the United States, the attributable number must be divided by the number of extra deaths for that year.
These results indicate that the United States experiences an average of 61812 deaths each year due to heat-related causes. These deaths include deaths that are diagnosed by medical professionals as heat related, as well those that are associated with a death from another reason. This can include a variety of conditions, such as strokes or heart attacks and chronic kidney disease and diabetes. These diseases are more likely to occur in hot weather. The risks for seniors and non-Hispanic Blacks are also higher.
FAQ
What should you do first in a survival situation
Assess the situation immediately you are faced with an emergency. It is essential to understand what is going on around you, where you are, and how you got there.
Also, you need to be aware of what your environment can offer. For example, if you're in the middle of nowhere, you may not be able to use any form of communication.
If you don’t know anything, it is a good idea to learn as much as you possibly can.
It is best to seek immediate help if you are in danger. You might be able to wait until you are safe to collect information and find out the facts.
What's the time taken to find help once you are lost?
This depends upon several factors.
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Wherever you are
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Which terrain are yours?
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It doesn't matter if your cell phone reception is good
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Whether you have been seen by someone
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No matter if you're hurt
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How dehydrated you are
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No matter if you've been drinking water.
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You can tell if you've eaten in the last 24 hours.
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You should wear appropriate clothing
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No matter whether you are carrying a compass, a map, or a compass
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How familiar do you feel with the region?
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How long have you been lost?
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How long have you spent searching for help?
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How much time does it take for people to notice you missing
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How fast they decide to search you
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How many rescuers do you attract
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How many rescues did you receive
What can you do when faced with a survival situation
It is not easy to think of what to say next. You need to be prepared for any situation. Be prepared to deal with any unexpected problem.
If you're not sure how to proceed, it is essential to be flexible.
If you are in a survival situation, you will likely encounter problems such:
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Finding yourself in remote places
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Getting lost
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Food supplies are limited
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Running low on water
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Facing hostile people
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Facing wild animals
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Finding shelter
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Predators being fought
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Making fire
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Tools
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Building shelters
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Hunting
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* Fishing
Why are survival skills essential?
You may not always have access to food and water, but if you're prepared for an emergency situation, then you'll survive much longer.
You need to learn how to care for others and yourself. You will not be able to handle a crisis if you don’t know how.
If you are going into the wilderness and need to stay alive, then you need to learn how to build shelters, make fires and find food.
These are essential skills that every person should have. These skills will enable you to remain safe and sound while camping.
What is the most important item for survival?
Food is the most vital thing for survival. Shelter is just as important as food. If you don’t eat, it will be difficult to live long.
How to Navigate with or Without a Compass
While a compass won't show you where you are, it will help you locate your way home if you lose track of your direction.
There are three ways to navigate:
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By landmarks
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Magnetic North (using a compasse)
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By stars
Landmarks are objects that you recognize when you see them. These include trees, buildings and rivers. Because they give you a visual clue about where you are, landmarks are very useful.
Magnetic North is simply the direction in which the Earth's magnetic field points. The sun appears to be moving across sky if you look up. The sun actually moves around the earth because of the earth's magnetic fields. So, while the sun seems to move across the sky, it really moves around the horizon. The sun is directly overhead at noon. At midnight, you will see the sun directly below. The magnetic field of the earth is constantly changing. This means that the exact direction and orientation of the North pole magnetically changes each day. This means you might be off the course by quite a bit during a single day.
Another way to navigate is with stars. Stars appear over the horizon to rise and lower. These are points in space you can use to find your exact location relative to other locations.
How do you choose the best knife to suit your needs?
It can be difficult to find the right knife for your needs. There are so numerous brands out there that claim they are the best.
Which one is the best? Which one is the best?
First, think about the type of tasks you will be using your knife for.
Are you going to slice bread, cut wood, skin animals or chop vegetables?
Is your knife intended for hunting or fishing? Is it designed for camp cooking or kitchen knife cutting?
Will you be using it to open cans or bottles? Will you be opening packages or boxes?
Are you able to carry heavy loads with your knife?
What about cleaning it after every use? Are you planning to wash it often?
Is it necessary to keep its edge over time?
Statistics
- Without one, your head and neck can radiate up to 40 percent of your body heat. (dec.ny.gov)
- 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)
- so you can be 100 percent hands-free, and there's less chance you'll put your torch down and lose it. (nymag.com)
- Not only does it kill up to 99.9% of all waterborne bacteria and parasites, but it will filter up to 1,000 liters of water without the use of chemicals. (hiconsumption.com)
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How To
How to Build A Lean-To Shelter
There are many types of lean tos in the United States. They are typically made from wood or metal poles covered by tarps, canvas, plastic sheeting, or corrugated roofing material. The walls, floor and ceiling are often built first. After that, the roof is added.
A leaning-to is temporary shelter built on the side a building to provide shelter when it is too cold or rainy to build 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 to lean-tos.
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A simple wooden frame with an overhang of tarpaulin. This type lean-to can be found in rural areas.
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Lean-to tent made up of a frame of poles that supports a tarpaulin.
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A lean-to-cabin, also known "cabins-on-frame", consists primarily of a platform supported via beams and posts.
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A lean-to shed, also called a "shelter-on-a-pole" or "paddock shed," consists of a framework of poles and supports with a cover.
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A lean-to-garage, also known as "garage -on-stilts", or "overhang", is composed of a steel structure that rests upon concrete stilts.
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A leaning-to studio (also known as "studio–on-a–frame” or "studio–on-a–post”) is a structure that includes two horizontal members (posts), one perpendicular and one vertical member (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.