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Life isn’t as dark and dangerous as the news and social media would like you to think—there’s plenty of light, humor, and good times to be had. However, when disaster does strike (no matter how low the odds might be), it’s ruthless and you’d best be prepared. Storyteller and video creator Jack Neel, the founder of the ‘fyp’ channel, has a whole bunch of cool and interesting facts that could also save your life.

Knowing what to do if you fall off the edge of a subway platform and onto the tracks is just the tip of the iceberg. And speaking of icebergs, Jack’s shared what we ought to do if we’re ever chased by a polar bear. Scroll down to check out some of the best facts that you might have not known shared by the content creator with his 6.2 million TikTok followers, upvote the ones that you found the most useful or intriguing, and if you’ve got any similar tips and tricks to share, you can always write us a comment below.

Jack, who is a big fan of Bored Panda, was kind enough to tell me all about how he got into educational entertainment, how he started making life-saving facts videos, his shot to fame, as well as how he deals with the stress and pressure of being a full-time video creator (trust me, it's advice that's useful no matter what career path you're on!).

"I’ve done a lot of educational series on my TikTok page over the past year or so, and within the past few months I’ve narrowed down my niche to horror/true-crime-related topics. 'Facts That Could Save Your Life' fit well onto my page because of dark/mysterious undertones. It’s one of my followers’ favorite series, and they’ve noted how they always save/download my videos in case they need the advice for the future," Jack shared with Bored Panda.

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40 'Facts You Probably Didn't Know That Could Save Your Life' If a service dog ever approaches you without its owner, follow them and do it quickly because potentially you can save someone else's life.

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40 'Facts You Probably Didn't Know That Could Save Your Life' If your house smells like fish for absolutely no reason, 9 times out of 10 it means that there is an electrical fire

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40 'Facts You Probably Didn't Know That Could Save Your Life' If you are in a foreign country and need to call for help, but don't know the emergency number, call 1 1 2. It's the international emergency number and will automatically connect you to the nearest help line.

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Repel
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I just tried and it works. Police said they are fine. Or fining me. On of these.

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I was curious which fact Jack would want absolutely everyone in the world to know. "One fact I found extremely useful that is not so commonly known is, 'If someone tried to kidnap you, make sure to scratch your attacker, their DNA will now be in your nails,'" he told me.

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Just over two years ago, Jack got into creating videos on TikTok. And a year ago, he got into 'edutainment' content. "I was very hesitant to upload my first storytelling video, but a close friend convinced me to keep it up, and it was an overnight sensation. I went from 230k followers to 540k overnight and started getting tons of messages from new fans, brand partnership opportunities, and various management companies reaching out to me," he shared with Bored Panda his shot to fame.

Keeping his end goals in mind helps Jack stay passionate about video-making. "Since a young age, I’ve wanted to become a full-time YouTuber. It’s stressful at times, but I know if I continue creating on TikTok, my dream will become a reality," he said that he's focused and this helps drive him forward.

Jack also shared with me his secrets to keeping stress at bay. "I take multiple daily walks and do Wim Hof meditation pretty much every day," he said, and I for one am going to follow in his and Wim's footsteps.

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40 'Facts You Probably Didn't Know That Could Save Your Life' If a tornado looks like it's not moving, it's actually moving towards you

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Helena Houzarová
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It might be moving directly away from you, but better not take the 50/50 chances.

Miss Frankfurter
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If you are under a tornado warning go to the inner most room in your house and if it has a closet get in there or if it's your bathroom get in the bathtub. Bring your ID with you. Proves who you are without having to go through the process . Lived in Texas where a tornado went over my apartment. Terrifying like a freight train running over my roof, which seemed like forever. If you're an atheist dont be surprised if you start praying. Also, if you have an infant, secure them under your top. If the tornado comes close enough it will try to pull the infant right out of your arms. Friend actually experienced this and that is what she had to do.

Miss Frankfurter
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The problem with that is that in Texas it is rare for a house to have a basement. North Texas State University has developed a material that one can use to retrofit a room to make it tornado proof. Or actually make a and install a shelter in for example your garage.

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Jessica Low
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Also, as we were told, unfortunately, from now on "it is best" to write your name, your child's name, and their address in permanent marker on their backs. Sad. But logical.

Trav May
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Also, it is hard to judge its speed if it's coming straight towards you. The same reason why you should never try to beat a (seemingly) slower moving train.

Wanda Maximoff
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Had a dream the other night that there was a bad storm and every 2 minutes there was a tornado. Somehow a tornado was in front of me but it wasn't moving and me in my dream remembered this post and ran the other way to see the side view of it moving towards where I was standing

Jessica Low
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Occasionally, a tornado will be too wide to see. Miles wide, actually, so you better be safe, rather than sorry. Personal experience.

Cybele Spanjaard
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I could be frozen watching this by sheer awe..but also off to shelter ASAP. Nature is majestic and so threatening at the same time. An excellent photo.

Dena Mazullo
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Here in coastal NC, we have tornado, flood, hurricane, occurring most of the time and frequently, all at 5he same time. Crazyass place.

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Hilary Mol
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If a tornado looks like it's not moving.... why are you OUTSIDE when there's a TORNADO?

Porch Santa
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Terrifying and seems like common sense so it is a win win for things seen on the internet today

Jessica Low
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

And under something at least somewhat stable. We had many die in their basements as their houses caved in on them.

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Sarah
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That photo is incredible. I want to just sit here and stare at it.

Greta Hoostal
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If you don’t have sufficient shelter and it’s coming at you, you have to escape by moving perpendicularly. (I mean in a vehicle.) It can move faster than driving speed. That’s the same principle as used to escape an undertow.

Ella Blackwood
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If I ever see anything like that, anywhere near me, I am so getting the f**k away from it as fast as I can.

John Baker
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Depends on where it is relative to you. Where I live, if it's to the west of you, it's coming toward you. To the east, it's moving away.

Keisha
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If it sounds like a train is coming and there's no railroad tracks that's a tornado and it's likely already to late to try to get to safety.

Smarty Panda
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Honestly my biggest fear when it comes to deadly storms & tornados is my cat not cooperating 🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️ she can't stand to be held or taken anywhere she doesn't want to go. I will just hide under the bed with her I guess 🤷‍♀️

Sensei
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

They are sneaky. Raise your arms over your head, to try to look bigger, and speak to it in calming tones. Never run as it can catch you. Wait. That might be what you should do if you see a bear.

Magoomba
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I’m 71 years old and I’ve spent my entire life in “Tornado Alley”. Although it’s possible that a tornado can move in any direction they almost always move in a northeasterly direction. If you’re west of it you can get pretty close without fear. There’s a reason why they call them storm ‘chasers’.

Idongesit Ibanga
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Very well written article. I really appreciate it. Thank you so much for explaining emotions and feelings. please where can I find  A Complete Guide of any Business Plan? thanks.

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40 'Facts You Probably Didn't Know That Could Save Your Life' If you ever feel like someone is following your car take four right turns and eventually it will make a circle. If they are still behind you that means they are following you. Don't drive home, just call the police and drive to the police station

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Unless you have outstanding warrants for your arrest 😂 in which case you can a) pull over and be arrested or b) drive it like you stole it and escape 😀

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40 'Facts You Probably Didn't Know That Could Save Your Life' If someone ever tries to grab you, scratch them. Their DNA will now be in your nails.

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Besides his multi-million audience on TikTok, Jack also has 303k subscribers on YouTube and 95k loyal followers on Instagram. Jack, from Kentucky, focuses on informational and comedic videos, as well as horror stories. He debuted on TikTok with a video focused on his dad operating a DIY flamethrower.

Jack isn’t the only TikToker to spread useful info if we ever find ourselves at odds with Fate. Plenty of other TikTok content creators are hopping on the trend, spreading awareness (knowledge is power after all) and getting some extra attention from the internet in return.

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For instance, Bored Panda has recently written about user Knowledgesaurus’ facts that could save your life as well. Check that article out, too, if you’re in the mood for some more niche facts that might one day be useful when you’re fighting for your life.

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40 'Facts You Probably Didn't Know That Could Save Your Life' If you're ever buried in an avalanche, spit. Your saliva will follow the gravity and you can simply dig the opposite way

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40 'Facts You Probably Didn't Know That Could Save Your Life' If you ever wake up in the middle of the night to the smell of gas, do NOT turn on the light. A spark from a light switch could blow up the entire house.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If you smell gas and electrical devices are *on* do not turn them off - the same logic applies. The current is already flowing and there are no additional sparks to worry about.

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40 'Facts You Probably Didn't Know That Could Save Your Life' If you accidentally disturb a beehive or wasp nest, do not run for the water. They'll wait for you to resurface and continue stinging you. Just run fast and as far as you can, because eventually, they will stop following you

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The odds of horrific things happening to you are pretty slim. For example, the odds of being injured by a bear are around 1 in 2.1 million, according to the National Park service. Of course, that’s not much comfort for anyone who’s been attacked by a bear.

However, if we constantly spend our time thinking about worst-case scenarios, we’ll stress ourselves out (and that’s going to wreck our health) and we could be ignoring the things that occur far more commonly, e.g. heart disease or getting cancer.

So it’s best to focus on what we can control: eating a healthy and varied diet, exercising and moving lots, getting quality sleep, hydrating, having an active social life, helping others in your community, and having a job that brings you purpose. Oh, and brushing our teeth!

After all, it’s better to be attacked by a bear when you’ve lived a full life and you’re happy and healthy than to cower from one full of regrets and out of shape. Though if you’ve watched Jack’s videos or you've read up on some bear literature, you’ll know what to do either way.

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40 'Facts You Probably Didn't Know That Could Save Your Life' The more colorful and vivid the animal is the more likely it's poisonous and you probably shouldn't eat it.

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If you're ever at a party and your drink tastes unusually salty, do not continue drinking it. Rohypnol is reported to have a salty taste.

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40 'Facts You Probably Didn't Know That Could Save Your Life' Everyone hates red eyes in photos. But if your pupils reflect white in a picture, it could be a sign that something is seriously wrong with your eyes, such as cataract, retina problems, or even eye cancer

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

my godchild had Retinoblastoma and had his right eye removed with just a few months old. The Doctors first didn't believed that there's something wrong with him, just a little crossed eyed, but after the diagnosis and looking at pictures of that time, you could see the Retina not reflecting red with the flash light on, but a white milky appearance. So when you feel like there's something wrong with your child, I can advice to take a few pictures with the flash on and take a closer look. My godchild lost his eye, but the fast diagnosis saved his other eye and could be treated with radiation. he is living a happy life :-)

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40 'Facts You Probably Didn't Know That Could Save Your Life' If you are ever being chased by a polar bear get completely naked and drop your clothes on the ground as you run away. Polar bears have really bad ADD and will firmly inspect your clothes before chasing you again

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Isa
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

And then you will be a popsicle for the bear...how nice of you!!

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40 'Facts You Probably Didn't Know That Could Save Your Life' If someone gets stabbed, do not take the knife out. It acts as a plug to the hole and prevents blood loss. Apply pressure to the wound and call the police

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Note: Apply pressure AROUND the wound -- ideally, above and below it. Do not apply pressure to the knife.

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If you ever see square waves in the ocean get out immediately. They are powerful currents that can drag you underneath the water and kill you in an instant.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If I ever saw square waves in the ocean I would wonder who the hell dosed me with acid.

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If you ever come face to face with a mountain lion, don't turn your back on it, just walk backward. Cats are ambush predators and they'll wait for you to turn around before they attack

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Andy Acceber
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Unless you wandered into her territory (aka there may be cubs around), don't back up at all. Yell. Be loud. Put your arms up to appear larger than you are. If you're at home, grab a pot and a spoon or anything loud and bang them together. Absolutely positively, do not run. (Source: I used to live near mountain lion country, and sometimes they'd wander down the mountain and into yards in the winter.)

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40 'Facts You Probably Didn't Know That Could Save Your Life' Wolves will only attack you if they can intimidate you into running away from them. Standing your ground against a wolf pack will be terrifying but eventually, they will leave you alone

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40 'Facts You Probably Didn't Know That Could Save Your Life' The machine that sets the pins at the bowling alley is extremely dangerous. So if you slide into the pins as a joke, there is a very good chance that you will be crushed to death.

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Gavin Johnson
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I worked as a technician at a bowling alley, I can confirm that the deck that holds / picks up the pins will indeed crush you, it’s extremely heavy, it’s controlled by a computer that doesn’t care if you are in the way and it will drop towards the lane without warning. I’ve no idea why you would think it was a good idea to slide underneath the deck, the sweep and the deck are both clearly very tough bits of kit, you aren’t! We had double safety locking systems on the power supply and physical stops inside them on our pinsetters so that when were working on them there was zero chance of them operating, They will chew you up and spit you out. Your coffin will be wide and flat.

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40 'Facts You Probably Didn't Know That Could Save Your Life' If you ever for some reason ingest windshield wiper fluid or anti-freeze, drink large amounts of vodka to keep it from shredding your kidneys to give you time to get to the hospital

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Nicola Roberts
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This works for cats too. I saw it on a pet rescue where they thought (or knew) a cat had been poisoned with antifreeze. They lived through the worse hang over ever!

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If a powerline falls next to you, do not walk or run. Put your feet together and do a bunny hop to jump and get away. This keeps electricity from traveling up one leg and out the other, which prevents you from being shocked by several thousand volts.

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Pink Floydian Panda
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Any electrical engineers care to chime in on the voracity of this statement? This would be life saving information to have if true.

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40 'Facts You Probably Didn't Know That Could Save Your Life' If you ever get carjacked and they tell you to drive, crash the car into the nearby road or intersection. Most likely they won't be wearing their seatbelts. So when you crash the car they will get injured and you can take this chance to get out of the car and run like hell.

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40 'Facts You Probably Didn't Know That Could Save Your Life' Lying flat on your back is the best way to survive a falling elevator

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If your hair suddenly stands up on end, duck and cover. You're about to be struck by lightning.

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Gavin Johnson
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Or there’s a child with a balloon above you, it’s up to you to judge which is more likely….

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If you ever feel like you are going to throw up, start humming. It's nearly impossible to gag while you are humming.

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TK 421
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Unless it’s projectile vomit, in which case this does not work. It does make the others in the house curious about what’s happening in the bathroom though

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If you ever find yourself being dragged underwater by an alligator shove your fingers into its nose. This breaks the seal alligators need to keep water out of their airways and will make them release you immediately.

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Pink Floydian Panda
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3 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Then punch the shark it was planning to share you with in the nose and casually swim back to shore giving the "what's up?" shrug to any other thug beasts thinking about joining in. I got it now: Alligator = finger in nose. Shark = punch nose.

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40 'Facts You Probably Didn't Know That Could Save Your Life' If you ever fall off of the edge of the subway platform and onto the tracks don't waste your time trying crawl back up. There is a crawl space built to go underneath in case this happens.

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Most drunk driving deaths occur on Saturdays between 1:00 and 3:00 a.m. Avoid roads during these times if you can help it.

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Do not drink the milk of brown coconuts. They contain oils that cause dehydration. So, you should drink the milk of green coconuts instead.

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No matter how thirsty you are, do not eat large amounts of snow. Too much cold ice in your stomach can cause you to die of hypothermia. Melt the ice and then drink it.

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40 'Facts You Probably Didn't Know That Could Save Your Life' If a deer is running across the road it's better to hit it than swerve and run into a ditch. If there is a moose in the middle of the road swerve and run into a ditch. Hitting a moose is like running into a brick wall

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Helen Haley
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Apparently, there are some people unfamiliar with driving where there are frequent deer. No one wants to hit the deer. It is horrible for deer and your car and possibly your life. Sometimes deer dart into the highway from places on the side of the highway you simply couldn't have seen them before and anticipated. They can jump in front far faster than you can reasonably stop a car. Generally, when this happens, you're also going fast enough (highway speed) that swerving as suddenly as you would have to avoid the deer will land you over the side of the highway or rolling your vehicle. It has long been recommended that after a certain speed, it is just safer to hit the deer. Not only for you, but the people behind you in traffic. No one wants to hit the deer, but sometimes it is the best option in a bad situation, so it is considered best practice since the situation happens fast enough you likely won't have time to analyze the situation.

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40 'Facts You Probably Didn't Know That Could Save Your Life' Have you ever been told that if an alligator is chasing you that you should run in a zigzag? Well, contrary to popular belief, alligators actually aren't stupid and they can run up to 35 miles per hour. So just run straight and run like hell.

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Rick
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Alligators can NOT run up to 35 miles per hour at all. They’re not land animals (well, they are, but designed to be much more effective in water). The average, healthy human could outrun an alligator on land whether running in a straight line or zig zagging.

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40 'Facts You Probably Didn't Know That Could Save Your Life' You can always dial 911 if you have no bars because, in an emergency, your phone will connect to any nearby cell tower as long as it has a battery in it.

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If you're ever in a serious situation where you have triple A batteries but desperately need double As, ball up some tin foil and put it on the negative side of each battery where it connects.

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40 'Facts You Probably Didn't Know That Could Save Your Life' If you ever get stuffed in the back of a trunk disconnect the brake light wires so when the cop pulls them over you can kick the door so people know you are there

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Sleep with your door closed. Unlike your parents, a fire will leave your room almost completely untouched, if closed.

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40 'Facts You Probably Didn't Know That Could Save Your Life' If you ever need to escape a moving car do not jump out, put one foot down and take a step. This will significantly reduce your speed and will have a much greater chance of surviving the fall.

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Nicola Roberts
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I can't see me being able to do that. Note to self: do not put yourself into a position that you need to jump from a moving vehicle.

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If your water ever smells like cinnamon, do not drink it. People often use it to cover up the scent of poison.

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Each railroad crossing has a number on it. So, if your car gets over stuck on the train track, call 911, give them this number and they'll notify upcoming trains to stop.

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Kat
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Or maybe just step out of the car and away from the railroad. Car can be replaced.

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Condoms are useful for a number of reasons. If you need a quick way to store liquids, they can actually hold up to a gallon of water, plus they are waterproof, so you can safely store things like matches, electronics, and pretty much anything that shouldn't get wet.

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Shazz Winchester
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

But they're covered in lubricant, so that would be "wet" I'm sure, unless you dry it out first, am I thinking about this too deeply?

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If you're ever scuba diving and a giant octopus tries to grab a hold of you, do not try to prune him off. The key to survival is to get him off of one of his anchor points, like a rock or a pipe, because he can't pull you down without using leverage from his anchor.

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Truck drivers often receive information about dangerous weather, hazard, and accidents before other drivers do. So if you ever see one pulled over or driving differently it may be a sign that danger is ahead.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

They're called CB radios. Though I'm not sure how many still use them. Another idea is to get a satnav which displays traffic info, and put it on even if you know where you are going. It can then alert you to problems on your route and you can change route to avoid them. The satnav can then guide you on the detour if you don't know that route.

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The best defence against a bear is to get a large object like a car or a tree and put it between you and the bear and keep moving around it until it gets bored and leaves

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Isa
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"get a large objet like a car"...ah ok I didn't know that I was super man(jk I get it)...

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If you ever have to eat crickets or similar insects, chew them; do not swallow them alive. They have spines on their legs which can cling to your throat, blocking your airways, causing you to suffocate.

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If you ever being held at a gun point look the person dead in the eyes and say: "you don't have to do this". Humanize them, they will have feelings and you could use this to your advantage

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Keep your car keys next to your bed at night. If you hear someone break into your house, press the panic button.

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If you're ever buried alive, the first thing you should do is take off your shirt and tie it around your face and mouth to prevent suffocation

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If you can't do a pull-up, you probably won't have the strength to pull yourself up off a ledge.

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