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Acts of god: expecting the unexpected ACTS OF GOD: EXPECTING THE UNEXPECTED
Drive your car into a tree and it's an act of stupidity. Put a patch of ice under your tires and suddenly it's God's fault. Though scientists hate the phrase "act of God," everyday folks have been blaming not-so-everyday disasters like twisters, blizzards, and floods on random acts of the divine since Noah picked up his first two-by-four. The government has officially recognized acts of God as a public health concern since the 1600s. Insurance companies use the phrase to describe just about any major disaster. But the fact is that most of us are still as unprepared for sudden disaster as the folks who didn't make it onto the ark.
"A lot of people have some of the things they need for a crisis, but since they never really think it'll happen to them, they aren't prepared to the extent they should be," explains Nina Johnson, disaster manager at the American Red Cross, Lehigh Valley Chapter, in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. "And that can cause big problems when disasters strike."
Hurricanes, tornadoes, snowstorms, and the like kill about 245 people each year, according to National Safety Council statistics. "And though these events are often unexpected, that doesn't mean that they have to be unanticipated," says Mary Hudak, public information officer for the Federal Emergency Management Agency in Atlanta. The state and federal governments have great systems in place to help you out in times of crisis, but to survive, you need to educate yourself about your risk and be well-prepared. That means being able to survive 72 hours without assistance, and often electricity. Here's what you need to know.
Winter Storm Warning
Just two blizzards-the first in March 1993, the second in January 1996-combined to claim the lives of 300 people in the eastern United States. And the majority of those who die in winter storms are men over 40. With the National Weather Service's ability to predict storms well in advance, there's really little excuse for letting Old Man Winter knock you out for the count. Next time, take these steps.
Take warning. "The most important thing is to listen to the watches and warnings," Johnson says. "Watches mean that a storm could happen. A warning means that it will. A blizzard warning means that it's going to be big. Watches change to warnings very quickly, so when you hear a watch, make sure that you stock up on the essentials like food, diapers, bottled water, and anything else you need."
Get off the road. Seventy percent of ice- and snow-related winter deaths happen in cars, according to the American Red Cross. If you must go out, the organization recommends carrying a disaster supply kit in your car and filling your gas tank frequently to keep the fuel lines from freezing. If you get stuck, stay with your car. Just run the engine for 10 minutes every hour with the dome light on for visibility; crack a window to let some air in, and tie a bright cloth to your antenna.
Take shelter. Seventy-five percent of people who die from cold exposure are men. Stay inside, if possible. If you must go out, wear many loose-fitting layers of clothes, covered by a tightly woven, water-repellent coat. Cover your mouth with scarves to protect your lungs from the cold air, says Johnson.
Work lightly. "All the snow does not have to be cleared from your sidewalks within one hour after a snowfall," Johnson says. Cold weather puts a strain on your heart, so regardless of your age or physical condition, you can have a heart attack while shoveling snow. Take frequent breaks.
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