Although getting attacked is never fun, it could certainly be a whole lot better than this. And ladies, this is primarily for you, because it does happen. The worst thing you can do in this situation is what your instincts tell you to do and retreat to the back of the elevator. You want to be in the corner by the door – right next to the control panel. This way you can at least have some control over where you are going. Its no fun to be caught between floors with a psychopath.
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We’ve all done it, every time we’re on an airplane or the 19th floor of our hotel. It’s that nagging thought, “What if I fell?”. Well, don’t go headfirst just yet. As hopeless as this situation seems people have survived. The world record free fall without a parachute is 10,000 meters. There are several things you can do to increase your chances. First, assume the arch position (skydiving term, look it up). Essentially just spread yourself out as much as possible to create drag. Second, spot your landing. No joke. Concrete is a big no no. Look for water, preferably moving water. You can maneuver yourself to the right by dropping your right shoulder and vice versa. Finally, relax, bend your knees, go feet first, and try to roll. If you do all this you’ll at least maximize your chances of having a really crazy story to tell.
Your first priority should obviously be to escape. If this is not possible and there is no cover available then lie flat on the ground with your hands over your head (we know, but at least it’s better than standing with your hands over your head). Use your judgement but you may be able to slowly crawl to safety.
As unlikely as this scenario is, it’s happened before. First, as soon as you stop panicking, cover your face with your shirt because you’re about to get messy. Put your arms and feet up. Using your legs, push (duh). Your legs are always stronger. Due to the fact that you have limited oxygen you may want to do this like your life depends on it (it does). Pray that the casket is wood. If so you only have to crack it. Once this happens you’ll be glad the shirt is over your face. Dirt will start pouring in so use your feet to push it away from you to the other end of the casket. Assuming that you are not too deep this is the part where you claw your way to the surface like a zombie. And speaking of zombies, this brings us to our most dangerous situation…
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Unlike the other situations on our list, this one will require all of your capacities to be fully functional for an extended period of time. The best thing we can suggest? Prepare. Watch lots of movies. Zombies come in all shapes and sizes so you need to be ready for everything. And one more tip…practice. Practice what you ask? Practice acting like a zombie. If all else fails you will be glad you dedicated time to this skill.
What about a vampire trying 2 eat you..that could happen and here are some tips for that Grab some sharp wood and stab the dang vampire ….IN YO FACE
A lot of these are NOT good to listen to. NEVER attempt to escape from a hostage situation. The first few moments when they say you should try are always the MOST DANGEROUS! And don’t even get me started on the zombie apocalypse one…
In situation number five, “attacked in an elevator” they left out the most important part of why you want to be by the control panel… press as many floor buttons as possible so that the elevator will stop and the doors will open! You have a better chance of escaping as well as potential for witnesses/help… also, hit the fire alarm button! People are more interested in saving their own butts rather than get involved in an assualt situation!!!
Good survival tips. I really, really, really hope I never have to used any of them.
At falls over 5,000 feet it is better to hit concrete than water. Water absorbs all the shock directly as you hit the surface, you will bounce off of concrete, having a shorter moment of force
this is false. Mythbusters proved that hitting concrete is 27x worse than hitting watter from any high or distance.
you dont know shit kev. just cuz mythbusters said it’s busted doesnt mean they’re right. my friend committed suicide off a bridge and hit the concrete just before the water. his head hit tthe curb and the video showed him bouncing 6 times before laying to rest. he fell for 70 feet. 1st bounce he was up 15 fucking feet. damn you
um….that was a little rude Ray. We are all entitled to our opinions. I’m not saying you are wrong, but i’m not saying you are right either.
I may be wrong, but if you’re close enough to see a nuclear explosion, covering your head and hitting the floor will do absolutely nothing.
lol Just get under your desks, kids! Desks generate magical force fields that will protect you, we promise.
hahaha ok then
The best way to survive is don’t be near the place it came from, lol