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Keep a Little Emergency Cash on You: 5 Life-Saving Tips You’ll Be Glad to Know

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If a Fire Breaks Out

If a Fire Breaks Out
Were you baking something in the kitchen and had to step outside or into another room for a few minutes? If you come back and see, for example, a dish towel left on the stove has caught fire and the flames have spread to the pan, stay calm and be careful! Don’t try to put it out with water—it can make things worse because mixing hot oil and water causes bigger flames. Instead, grab some baking soda and sprinkle it over the burning pan. The carbon dioxide will help smother the fire—but only use this trick for small flames!

During a Panic Attack

During a Panic Attack
If you tend to get anxious and panic easily, you’ve probably felt this unsettling sensation before. Sometimes it can get so intense you might faint, risking injury. Next time you feel panic rising, try this simple trick. First, distract yourself by naming the objects around you right now. At the same time, focus on slow, deep breaths through your nose—from your lungs, not your stomach. When you start feeling better, tell yourself what you’ll do next; for example, slowly stand up, get off the bus, and walk through the door.

If You Get Injured

If You Get Injured
Imagine you accidentally bumped into a glass door or dropped a knife on your foot. Never remove large shards or the knife from the wound, as they might be temporarily stopping the bleeding. Many people make the mistake of thinking the foreign object should be removed immediately, but this can be deadly since you could lose a lot of blood in minutes! Instead, leave the injury as is and call emergency services right away.

In Case of Electric Shock

In Case of Electric Shock
Electricity is very dangerous, so we try to make our homes as safe as possible. But accidents can still happen! If someone you know gets shocked, for example by a microwave, never touch them with bare hands! Try to push them away with something that doesn’t conduct electricity—like a wooden broom or rubber gloves. Don’t touch the person even if it looks like the current is off, as it can still be risky. Call emergency services immediately and make sure the device can’t shock anyone again—keep at least 30 feet (9–10 meters) away from it.

If You Lose Your Money

If You Lose Your Money
Anyone can have their wallet stolen and find themselves stuck without enough cash to get home. It’s smart to be prepared for this. Keep at least a $15 bill tucked inside your phone case and always keep it there. That way, even if you lose your wallet, you’ll have enough cash to get home or buy food while waiting for a friend. It’s also a great habit because you’ll always have some cash on hand in case you forget to withdraw money from your card.
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