Since earthquakes are one of the most obvious signs of tsunamis, you need to make sure you are safe during that event. If you feel an earthquake, take cover under a doorway, table, or somewhere similar. Remember to drop to the floor and take cover. After you suspect a tsunami is on its way, you should take a minute or two to organize your family. Make sure you know the location of young children, your significant other, and elderly relatives (if they are with you). Explain to everyone that they should follow you closely. If you can do so safely, you should also gather pets and bring them with you when you evacuate. Once you become aware of an impending tsunami, you need to immediately move away from the shore and toward higher ground. The pace at which you move to higher ground may have a substantial impact on whether you survive the tsunami.  Try to move at least 2 miles (3.2 km) from the coast or 100 feet (30 m) above sea level. Ultimately, though, the higher and farther inland you go, the safer you will be. While trees or tall buildings aren't a recommended way to survive a tsunami, if you have no other option, you should move as high up as you possibly can. While your immediate goal is to move to higher ground, you should try to stick to a pre-planned evacuation route if possible. This is important, as following an evacuation route will limit the chance of you inadvertently putting yourself into danger. One of the biggest dangers of a tsunami event is the chance of continued tsunamis or large waves. Because of this, wait until you get official word from local authorities before you return to low-lying areas.

Summary: Look for cover if you feel an earthquake. Gather your family. Move to higher ground. Follow your evacuation route. Wait for authorities to signal an all clear before returning to affected areas.


To start a "king cobra" lanyard, you will need roughly 13 feet (4 m) of paracord, a metal clip, a tape-measure, a rubber band, a pair of scissors, and a lighter.  The king cobra paracord lanyard is popular among hikers and survivalists, as it allows you to conveniently carry a long amount of rope in the palm of your hand.  This same style of braiding is also used in scoubidou, also known as gimp, a popular knotting craft among children. When made using plastic strings, it can be used as a decorative lanyard in its own right. Fold your length of paracord in half. Tie your rubber band around the loop that forms in order to mark its center. You can substitute other markers for the rubber band as long as the alternative is both secure and temporary. Twist ties and bread clips are good options. Position the knot so that it is roughly two inches away from the rubber band marker. You may remove the rubber band once the knot is secure. Two potential knots you can use are:   The diamond or lanyard knot – This type of knot is both very secure and aesthetically pleasing.  A simple overhand knot – This knot is much easier to do but is also bulkier and less decorative compared to the diamond knot. Push the two free tips of paracord through the solid loop portion of your metal clip. Pull them through until the knot is roughly five inches from the loop. Position the two long portions of the paracord so that they are on either side of the central five-inch stretch. This will start your first cobra stitch. In knot tying, a bight is a U-shaped loop formed by the cord. Keep the knot slack. Make sure to leave the knot slack at this point. This action finishes your first cobra stitch. This will start your second cobra stitch. You'll be making the same stitch as you did for the first but this time with the directions reversed. Keep the knot slack. Cinch to to tighten the stitch. Make additional cobra stitches, alternating between left and right, until you reach your diamond or overhand knot.  For a king cobra lanyard, you will repeat these stitches in the opposite direction, using your first set of cobra stitches as your new central strings. Use your lighter to seal the ends and prevent fraying when you've finished.

Summary: Gather your materials. Mark the center of the paracord. Tie a knot with the two ends of rope. Thread the two loose ends through your metal clip. Loop the left cord over the center cords, making a bight on the left side. Drape the right cord over the portion of the left cord that is now on the right side. Take the right cord back behind the center and pull the right end through the left bight. Cinch the stitch tight. Loop the current right strand over the center cord, making a bight on the right side. Drape the left cord on top of the portion of right cord that has crossed over. Bring the left cord behind the central cords and pull its end up through the right bight. Continue this pattern to create the main part of your lanyard.


Using a dishwasher is a less effective way to get glasses clean and cloud-free than hand washing. If you prefer using a dishwasher anyway, there are ways to improve the results. For more fragile glasses (e.g. wine glasses), choose a delicate cycle. Leave as much room as possible between glasses to prevent clinking or scraping. To prevent residue that sometimes remains on glasses after being run through the dishwasher, add 1⁄4  c (59 ml) of white vinegar to the machine’s rinse cup.

Summary: Using a dishwasher.


To get the greatest benefit from the cabbage soup diet you need to be able to stick to it for the full week. This is first and foremost a question of willpower and commitment, but there are things that you can do to help give yourself the best chance. Having a clear plan for your diet, with your meals organised in advance, will help you stick to it. Organisation and planning are crucial for any weight loss programme.  Any gaps in the plan or uncertainties about what you should be eating could easily lead to you slipping from the programme. Having a prominent and detailed meal plan will help you take control of the diet and track your progress. If you are dieting you will be paying close attention to what you eat, but don't forget about the calories contained in what you drink. Alcoholic drinks in particular are loaded with calories and you would be undoing all your good work if you don't cut out the alcohol while you diet.  This also applies for sugary soda drinks. You might not immediately associate what you drink with your weight, but it's a crucial element that you shouldn't overlook.  Drinking lots of water throughout will keep you hydrated as well as helping to control your appetite. Undertaking the diet will result in you not getting proper nutrition for a week, so you may begin to feel tired and weak. It's important that you take steps to maintain your overall health while you are dieting. One way to help you consume nutrients while sticking to the diet is to take a multivitamin tablet daily. This is a quick and easy way to help you maintain a reasonable intake of the nutrients you need to keep your body functioning well.  Given the severity of the diet it is unlikely that you will have the energy to do strenuous exercise, but try to maintain a reasonable level of gentle physical activity. For example, go for a casual walk in the evening. If you feel too tired or lethargic then reconsider the diet and replace it with a more balanced approach to healthy eating and exercise. One of the elements of the diet that make it easier to stick to is its short duration. You might find it easier to stick to a severe diet for a week than a more balanced one for longer, although for long-term results a more balanced approach is far more beneficial. If you do find yourself struggling to stick to diet and the prospect of another bowl of cabbage soup is hard to take, try to stay positive.  Visualise the end day getting closer all the time and tick off each mealtime with a flourish. It is an achievement to get to the end of the week so you should be proud of your willpower and commitment. Now to see lasting benefits adopt a balanced diet and take regular exercise.
Summary: Stick to the diet. Don't forget liquid calories. Maintain your health while dieting. Keep positive during the diet.