These resources can help those affected by Hurricane Michael get back on their feet. The Florida Disaster Relief Fund (a non-profit) has many options for helping victims recover from the storm. To learn more, visit floridadisaster.org. There are also resources for survivors of Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. You can read on to learn about the benefits of supporting Hurricane Michael relief efforts.
Resources for survivors
Here are some resources that can help you with the recovery process. FEMA Disaster Recovery Centres can be found all over the country. We recommend starting with the three closest. You can also visit your state emergency management agency's website for contact information. U.S. Hospital Finder can be used to locate a hospital near you. You can also visit the Other Recovery Help page for additional resources. This includes resources from local government and businesses. A helpful section on the Disaster Relief Information Center provides emergency shelter information.
The state of Florida is preparing a massive response to this tragedy. The state, along with its aid organization, have put together a list of ways survivors can be helped. Local groups also have created two main funds, the Support Surfside Fund as well as the Surfside Building Collapse Victim Fund. Local TV station WLRN also has compiled a list with ways you can help.
Resources for those from Puerto Rico
The natural resources available to Puerto Ricans are very limited. Many areas of Puerto Rico are dominated by mountainous terrain that makes it difficult to grow crops. Nevertheless, there are some resources found on the island that could be used for construction and industry. There are deposits of copper and nickel, oil, and even sand on the island. The island also has large quantities of gravel, stone, sand. Despite these resources however, oil mining is prohibitively expensive.
Puerto Rico citizens have access to numerous government resources. The first is the creation of a Department of Environment and Natural Resources by the government. This agency is responsible for proper management of the island’s natural resources. This agency works towards improving the quality of life of the island. The government of Puerto Rico has an online database that provides all information about legal matters. You can find links to extensive databases of official texts and legal sources at the Guide to Law Online. You will also find summary of many legal documents, both in English and in other languages, in this database.
Resources for people from the U.S Virgin Islands
The Virgin Islands, a group of around ninety small rocks and cays that extends for more than 60 miles across the Caribbean Sea, are made up of ninety islands, cays, or small rocks. The USVI is a member country of American Samoa but not of the British Virgin Islands. While many people believe the islands belong to the USVI they actually belong in the Greater Antilles. These islands, which are mostly mountainous, rise from a submerged plateau. The Caribbean Sea deepens to a trench of over 15,000 feet between the islands of St. Croix and the group to the north. The islands only rise a few hundredft above the sea, with some isolated peaks reaching as high as 1,200ft.
The Virgin Islands are home to some of the best resources available on legal issues. The Virgin Islands Economic Development Authority (VIEDA) is an agency in the U.S. Virgin Islands that promotes the ownership of small businesses by U.S. Virgin Islands residents. VIEDA also has a bank and other resources available to entrepreneurs. The University of the Virgin Islands and the U.S. Small Business Administration collaborate to offer general management assistance and training for those interested in the business world.
FAQ
How to Navigate Without a Compass or With One
Although a compass does not tell you where you're going, it can help you get back to your home in case you lose your bearings.
Three different ways you can navigate are available:
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By landmarks
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Use a compass to find magnetic North
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By stars
Landmarks are objects that you recognize when you see them. They can include buildings, trees, rivers, and others. Landmarks can be useful because they are a visual indicator of where you're at.
Magnetic North simply indicates the direction in which Earth's magnetic field points. You'll see that the sun appears as if it is moving across the sky when you look up. However, the earth's magnet field causes the sun to move about the earth. Although it appears that the sun is moving across the sky and around the horizon, it actually does so. The sun is directly overhead at noon. The sun is directly below your eyes at midnight. The earth's magnetic field is constantly changing, so the exact direction of the magnetic North pole changes every day. This could mean you can be off-course by quite a bit in one day.
Stars are another method for navigating. Stars appear over the horizon to rise and lower. These are fixed points in space that you can use to determine your location relative to other locations.
How long does it take to find help after becoming lost?
This depends on several variables:
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Wherever you are
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What kind of terrain you're in
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Whether you have cell phone reception
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If someone has ever seen you
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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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No matter how recently you ate
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Wearing appropriate clothing is important
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No matter if you're carrying a compass or a map,
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How familiar are you with the area
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How long has it been since you lost your way?
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How long did it take you to search for help?
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What is the average time it takes for people to notice what you are missing?
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It is amazing how quickly they search for you
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How many rescuers have you attracted?
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How many rescues received you?
What can you do when faced with a survival situation
There's not much time for you to think about what next. So you need to make sure you are prepared for anything. Make sure you know how to react when confronted with an unexpected problem.
You should also be prepared to think outside the box if you're in a difficult situation.
In a survival situation, you'll probably face problems like:
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You feel trapped in remote locations
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Getting lost
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Limited food supplies
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Running out of water
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Facing hostile people
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Wild animals:
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Finding shelter
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Predators can be defeated
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Making fire
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Using tools
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Building shelters
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Hunting
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* Fishing
What is the most important item for survival?
The most important thing you need to survive is food. Shelter is just as important as food. You won't live long if you don't eat.
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- so you can be 100 percent hands-free, and there's less chance you'll put your torch down and lose it. (nymag.com)
- 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)
- Without one, your head and neck can radiate up to 40 percent of your body heat. (dec.ny.gov)
- The downside to this type of shelter is that it does not generally offer 360 degrees of protection and unless you are diligent in your build or have some kind of tarp or trash bags, it will likely not be very resistant to water. (hiconsumption.com)
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How To
How to Build an Lean-To Shelter
You will find lean-tos all over the United States. These structures are made mostly from wood or metal poles that are covered with tarps, canvas, sheeting or corrugated roofing material. The walls, ceiling and floor are typically built first before the roof is added.
A lean to is a temporary shelter that can be built at the side or roof of a building in case the weather doesn't permit permanent shelter. It may also be referred to as a "lean-to shed," "lean-to cabin," or "lean-to house."
There are many types, including:
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A simple wooden frame with a tarpaulin covering. This type of lean to is common in rural areas.
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A lean-to tent consisting of a framework of poles supporting a tarpaulin.
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A lean to cabin, also known by the "cabin-on frame", is a structure that consists of a platform supported on 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 is also called "garage-onstilts" or "overhang". It consists of a steel framework that rests on concrete stilts.
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A lean-to studio is also known as a "studio on a frame" or "studio on a post". It consists of a framework that consists of two horizontal members (posts), and one perpendicular (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.