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Earthquakes, hurricanes, fires and floods are all scenarios that come to mind when thinking of extreme conditions to survive in, especially if caught out of doors when they occur. Other situations that may require extreme survival gear are war, famine, and wilderness survival. Obviously you cannot set up an appointment in your day planner for when these events will occur. But what you can do is arm yourself with the proper knowledge and correct gear that in the event these disasters may happen, you will be as ready as possible.
A basic place to start when thinking about purchasing extreme survival gear is first aid. There are hundreds of different kits in various sizes to choose from. Many come pre-packed in a box, bag, or backpack which makes it easy to grab on short notice. Some even come in a wheeled, easy-to-roll suitcase in bright colors to denote they are for emergencies. There are kits on the market that can easily care for 30 people for a few hours after an evacuation or gear that lasts several days for a smaller amount of people.
When thinking in more specific terms, there is extreme survival gear fit for fire survival. The main hazard to be concerned with is smoke inhalation. Five to ten minutes of smoke inhalation may cause permanent brain damage while 15 minutes of smoke intake is more than likely to cause death. The products suited for smoke protection range from simple cone masks to personal fire escape hoods. To protect your eyes from smoke, outfitting yourself with a pair of quality goggles is a good idea.
Clothing and shelter are two important things to consider when considering extreme survival gear. Having proper clothing and shelter from the elements is absolutely crucial to avoid things like frostbite, hypothermia and dehydration. Hot and humid weather is just as dangerous as subzero temperatures so planning carefully and procuring the right items is a necessary step.
Weaponry is also an option for those aiming to be prepared for any extreme scenario. Everything from the always-handy Swiss Army knives to simple single blades, and rifles, pistols and shotguns is available. Having an ample supply of ammunition comes with the territory of taking the gun route, so be sure to acquire all of the necessary accouterments. Regardless of the level of readiness you are aspiring to, all your needs can be met with the products and gear being manufactured today granted you take time to do the proper research.