“If the elevator starts to fall—don’t jump. Do this instead.” 🛗⚠️ One strange move could save your life in a crashing lift. From polar bear escapes to tornado tricks, these unusual safety tips might sound odd… but they work. Full list of life-saving advice in the article below 👇
We all know it’s important to stay safe — for ourselves and the people around us. But the truth is, many of us forget the basics. In the summer, for example, most people won’t bother with a hat in the heat, but they’ll never leave the house without their sunglasses.
So here are some unusual, but seriously helpful safety tips. Keep them in mind — you never know when they might come in handy.
See a guide dog without its owner? Follow it. It may be leading you to someone in trouble.
Spot a tornado that doesn’t look like it’s moving? Be careful — it’s likely heading straight toward you.
Think someone’s following you? Make four right turns. You’ll end up in a circle. Still being followed? Call the police.
If you’re attacked, scratch your attacker. DNA can stay under your nails and help police identify them later.
Stuck in deep snow and can’t tell which way is up? Spit. The direction your spit falls will tell you where the ground is — dig the opposite way.
Don’t jump into water to hide from bees or wasps. They’ll wait for you. Just run — they’ll stop chasing once you’re far from the hive.
Bright-colored animals or bugs? Don’t touch them — the more colorful they are, the more likely they’re poisonous.
If a polar bear is chasing you, drop some clothing. It sounds strange, but it might stop to sniff what you leave behind, giving you more time to escape.
Never pull a knife out of a wound. It might slow the bleeding — let doctors handle it.
Never reach into or climb inside a pinball machine. They can be more dangerous than you’d think.
In a falling elevator? Lie flat on your back. It’s the safest position.
A deer runs in front of your car? It’s usually safer to hit it than to swerve and risk a crash. But if it’s a moose — try to avoid it.
No cell service? You can still call emergency services if there’s a nearby cell tower.
Stay safe, take care of yourself, and try to avoid dangerous situations when you can.
Have you ever used an unusual trick like one of these in real life? Share your story in the comments — it might help someone else someday!
