Unfortunately, even though everyone avoided it, there was still a war going on. War is very dangerous and can be a source of extreme stress, but you can deal with the situation if you stay focused and take the right steps. Collect and store as many logistical supplies as you can find. Find a reliable source of food and water if your supplies run low. Avoid confrontation as much as possible, and go to a safe area if necessary. Finally, learn basic medical skills to heal wounds or illnesses. With this combination, you and your loved ones will stay safe during dangerous times.
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Method 1 of 4: Keeping Yourself Safe
Step 1. Move to an area away from the battlefield
Unfortunately, your home will not be safe during the war. If your area is no longer safe, do your best to relocate your residence and find another place. Where you go depends on the conditions of the war itself. Keep up to date with the latest information about the war and look for areas that have not been touched by conflict.
- Look for an area away from the center of the war. The area in question can be a remote area or a small town that is not strategic.
- There might be a special area for civilians. Go to the area if there is one.
- Remote areas may be safer because wars are usually focused on large cities and population centers. However, keep in mind that you need wild survival skills to stay safe. You will also find it difficult to receive aid because humanitarian organizations focus on big cities.
Step 2. Find a strong brick building with a basement that can be used as protection
These buildings can withstand various attacks and do not collapse. Look for buildings that have basements. This space provides extra protection and makes a good hiding place. Look for buildings of this kind in your area and move there as quickly as possible.
- Look for buildings that can be sealed tightly to prevent chemical attacks or leaks. Watch for windows that are still open, then cover and block with a damp towel.
- If there are several such buildings in your area, make a list and note their location. This will help you move from one shelter to another if necessary.
- If there's no such building, look for any building that has dungeons to keep you safe from war.
Step 3. Make a shelter that is tightly closed if you are in the forest
If you run away from the city and hide in the forest, your biggest enemy is nature. Build a shelter as soon as you enter a new area to protect yourself from the cold, rain, and sun. Take care of this place by repairing all the damage that appears as quickly as possible.
- Build a shelter in a location that is easy to hide in case enemy troops pass through the area.
- To make your job easier, try to build shelters around natural objects. Fallen trees, for example, can be used to support your shelter.
Step 4. Avoid confrontation as much as possible
Even though war makes you want to fight, in reality, civilians usually survive by avoiding conflict as much as possible. If you are not a soldier, you will be safer if you avoid confrontation. Take cover and don't fight anyone. Protect your family, friends, and yourself, but don't look for problems that aren't related to you.
- If enemy troops enter your area, it is best to hide or avoid interacting with them. Make sure you don't seem like a threat.
- Do not steal from others or injure anyone except in self-defense. This will lead to confrontation because the desperate person will try to defend himself.
- Avoiding conflict can also mean moving away from an area that is not safe. You must be prepared for this eventuality to keep yourself and your loved ones safe.
Step 5. Learn to use weapons for self-defense or hunting
Even if you try to avoid violence, be prepared to face it. This will be easier if you have a gun at home and know how to use it. Otherwise, collect all the weapons you can find and learn to use them. Carry the weapon with you just in case.
- If you have a firearm, keeping a stockpile of ammo is essential to defend yourself. Practicing shooting might catch your eye. Learn to use your gun as best you can without shooting directly if you've never used a gun before.
- Don't underestimate other weapons like arrows, axes, clubs, or knives. All of these weapons can help you fight bad guys.
- Train other family members to use weapons. Your group is in danger if only one person knows how to fight.
Step 6. Self-defense if necessary
Even if you want to avoid violence, in some situations, fighting may be inevitable. There are people who seek to harm or exploit others during a crisis. If someone tries to harm you or a loved one, or steals the supplies you need to survive, defend yourself as best you can. Try to get rid of people who are trying to hurt you.
- Storing weapons is very useful for dealing with this situation. Store all weapons in a safe place, away from children, then retrieve them as soon as you need them.
- If you really need to defend yourself and your family, good relationships with the local community can be very helpful. Society can unite to defend itself against criminals or other ill-intentioned people.
Method 2 of 4: Finding Logistics Supplies
Step 1. Collect all the resources and valuables shortly after the war starts
War often occurs without prior notice. So, you may not have the opportunity to stock up on logistics. Work as quickly as possible after you see the news of the war. Take all valuables, money, food and water and store them in a safe place. Hide valuables so that when the house is searched, they will not be stolen. If you can, go out and buy as many logistics supplies as possible. Don't delay anything or it will all run out when you need it most.
- It is important to store canned food, or packaged food, and bottled water. Save those supplies for emergencies when clean water and fresh food are hard to find.
- Also look for drugs and health products. This is important for maintaining your health in stressful situations.
- Remember to save all your important documents. Keep birth certificates, marriage books, BPJS cards, and other documents that can be used as identity. This is important if you want to escape to another country. Other countries may deny you entry if you do not provide identification and proof of family ties.
- Take money from the bank so you can save cash. You may not be able to access the bank digitally.
Step 2. Find a source of clean water
Water is the most important resource for humans and clean water will be difficult to find during a war. Bottled water won't last long. After the war begins, immediately look for water sources in your area. Do the same in every area you come to.
- Nearby lakes and rivers are potential sources of water, but you may need to sterilize the water before drinking it.
- If you live near the sea, don't drink salt water. This is hard to bear, but you can get serious illness.
- If you find a source of clean water, use it and store it in a bottle as an emergency supply.
- If there is no water source near you, collect rainwater for drinking and bathing. Take out buckets and basins to collect water when it rains. Remember to sterilize rainwater before drinking.
Step 3. Collect canned and non-perishable foods
Your food supply may be compromised. So, non-perishable food is very important. Once you get word that the war is starting, collect as much canned and non-perishable food as you can. You can get them from stores or other sources you find on your travels. This will ensure that you have an adequate supply of food when food supplies run low.
- After the war started, canned food might be found in abandoned stores. Wherever you find unopened canned food, grab it. You don't know when you will get food again.
- Avoid foods with high salt content as they can make you thirsty. These foods will only make you drink more water than you should.
- Ideally, you should have a 3-day supply of food at home around the clock during an emergency. If you have a lot of food supplies, you do not need to rush to find food supplies to the store.
Step 4. Learn to hunt and fish for sources of protein
As food gets harder and harder to find, you'll have a hard time if you don't know how to hunt and fish. Hone your hunting and animal tracking skills to find protein sources. Also, learn to fish for a healthy supply of fish meat. Both skills can help you get through tough times.
- Learn to skin, dry blood, and preserve animal flesh so it doesn't rot before eating.
- You don't have to live in a remote area to hunt. There are many animals in the urban area. Set traps to get small animals.
Step 5. Store as many personal hygiene products as possible if you find them
While personal hygiene is not the most important thing in a war situation, it is actually very important. Keeping clean can prevent illness and infection, and make you feel better. As you collect logistics supplies, collect as many personal hygiene products as possible. You can also find this product when searching for logistics supplies.
- Some of the essential personal hygiene products are toilet paper, hand sanitizer, toothpaste and toothbrush, bar or liquid soap, feminine hygiene products, and disinfectants.
- Other products that can be prepared are combs, razors, shaving cream, and deodorants. These items are not necessary for survival, but maintaining personal hygiene can make you feel better in stressful situations.
Step 6. Determine what plants are edible in your area
Almost all areas have local edible plants. Figuring out what to eat can save you in a critical situation. Study the local area to find edible plants. Collect these plants to get a stable food supply.
- If you don't know which plants are edible, smell them first. If it smells bad, the plant is most likely inedible. Hold the plant for 15 minutes and watch if your skin itch or burns. Otherwise, place the plant on your lips for 15 minutes, then eat a little. If you don't feel anything or have an upset stomach after 15 minutes, the plant is usually safe to eat.
- If possible, you can also create a small garden at home to increase your food supply. However, make sure this garden is hidden. If the food supply runs low, people will definitely try to steal it.
Step 7. Don't waste anything
All resources are important when the war is going on. So save everything you can save. Use old cloth to make clothes. Use leftovers to make broth. Collect rainwater. Don't let anything go to waste.
Step 8. Loot logistics supplies if you have no other choice
Unfortunately, people sometimes do bad things when they are desperate to survive. If you find logistics supplies or an abandoned store, get everything you need. This may be wrong, but you and your family must survive.
- If you live in a busy area, you may find many shops abandoned. Feel free to look for logistical supplies and pick up what is needed.
- If you're on the move, stop and check every building you pass. You never know what's left there.
- Do not try to steal food or supplies that are guarded by others. You could be injured or killed because of this.
Method 3 of 4: Avoiding Injury and Illness
Step 1. Learn the basics of caring for minor wounds
Injuries are common, and they can range from minor to serious. Learn about first aid knowledge to deal with injuries that you or your partner get. When looking for supplies, pick up any first aid kits you find and build a first aid kit.
- Wash all wounds with clean water. Never use dirty or unfiltered water.
- Cover all wounds with a clean bandage. If possible, change the bandage regularly.
- Learning to perform CPR can also save a person's life in an emergency.
Step 2. Stay away from any weapons and war equipment you find
Mines, bombs and other weapons are the main cause of civilian injuries and deaths. If you are in a battlefield, there will be dangerous materials everywhere. Don't touch anything. You can get hurt. If unlucky, the object found could be an active weapon that could seriously injure or kill you.
Step 3. Clean yourself to avoid infection
Even if it's difficult, regular self-cleaning is an important way to stay healthy. Take a quick shower in running water if you can. If not, collect as much water as possible so you can clean yourself.
- Store rainwater in a bucket. After that, dip a towel in the bucket and apply soap. Wipe the towel all over your body, then rinse with rain water.
- Do not throw bottled water into the shower. You can use unfiltered water for bathing unless you have an open wound. If this happens, first sterilize the water used.
Step 4. Sterilize the water coming from the outside of the sealed bottle before drinking it
Diseases from water can be deadly in an emergency. If you need to use water from outside for drinking, sterilize it first. The most common method is to boil the water for one minute to kill the pathogens in it. After that, fill a large container by pouring water through a sieve or clean cloth.
- Contaminated water doesn't always look dirty. Boil the water you get from a river or other water source, just in case.
- If you are desperate, you may be tempted to drink dirty water to quench your thirst. Never, under any circumstances, drink dirty water without sterilizing it. You could contract a dangerous disease or parasite.
Step 5. Eat healthy foods if you can
This is not always possible and you have to stick with what is. However, if you can, take care of your health by eating healthy foods. The supply of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and fatty acids will maintain your immune system and prevent disease.
- Try to keep your food intake balanced. Eat fresh vegetables, fruits, and protein, if you can.
- Look for foods rich in nutrients, such as leafy green vegetables, fish, potatoes, and beans. These foods contain a lot of nutrients for you.
- If you can't find fresh food, look for dietary supplements to increase your nutritional intake. These supplements can be found in abandoned stores and homes.
Method 4 of 4: Keeping Yourself Calm
Step 1. Look for the latest information about the war
Information is very important to survive the war. Keep an eye on the war situation to find out which areas are safe or dangerous, and where you can find certain resources. Finding information can be difficult, but there are several things you can do.
- Social media is a great source of information. Look for the latest information on Twitter and Facebook belonging to residents of other areas. Use specific keywords or hashtags to find the information you're looking for.
- Battery-powered radios can also be a reliable source of information. Check to see if you can find a news channel reporting on the state of the war.
- Ask strangers passing through your area for information. Ask where he is from and what information he has.
Step 2. Maintain personal relationships with family and neighbors
These problematic relationships can help you get through a crisis. Hanging out with your family can help you relieve stress. Helping them also provides goals that can make you stronger to deal with difficult situations. Neighboring communities can also share food and other resources. So treat the people around you well. That relationship could save your life.
If you are moving to another area, introduce yourself to the locals. You don't have to be good friends with them, but don't be a stranger. You may need to rely on them if fighting occurs in that area
Step 3. Build a positive attitude
In any emergency situation, maintaining composure and the ability to think clearly is the key to survival. Allowing hopelessness and sadness to take over your mind will make it difficult for you to think logically. This is increasingly difficult to do on the battlefield, but it is very important to maintain a positive mindset. Do whatever you can to think positively.
- Developing and creating an emergency plan can help you stay positive. This can ensure that you always have a backup plan in case something bad happens.
- Take steps to reduce anxiety and keep your head cool in critical situations.
- Building and maintaining personal relationships can keep your mind positive.
