10 Nature’s Warnings That Could Save Your Life

For a long time it was believed that earthquakes, hurricanes and storms were caused by the wrath of the gods. Over the years people understood that these events have nothing to do with divine beings, they are just powerful natural phenomena. Although we cannot control these manifestations of nature, it gives us early signs that they may occur. And knowing how to identify these signs can save your life.

O awesome.club doesn’t want you to miss watching natural phenomena and witnessing their beauty. But we want you to always be alert. Therefore, we would like to share with you 10 warnings that precede major tragedies. Always be alert and take the necessary measures to avoid accidents.

Tsunamis are the result of an earthquake at the bottom of the sea that moves water at a speed of up to 800 km/h. The force causes giant wave which can reach 30 meters in height. Before a tsunami, the tide level drops drastically. If you watch this sign when you’re at the beach and you’re able to see fish and coral in the sand, the best thing to do is get out and take refuge in a high place. The giant waves are devastating and wash away everything in front, including trees, houses, cars and huge boats.

Another sign that warns of the imminent arrival of a tsunami is the sound of the sea🇧🇷 In general, the coming and going of waves produces a relaxing noise. When a gigantic wave is on its way, the noise sounds like a train arriving at full speed. If you hear this when you’re on the beach, run away immediately.

The so-called rip currents (or undertow currents) are a phenomenon that occurs when wave water returns from the coast (or beach) to the sea, creating a kind of submerged whirlpool from which it is difficult to escape. The biggest risk is that the person cannot get out of that area, spending all his energy and struggling until he ends up drowning. It is estimated that a year 100 people die from such phenomena in the United States alone. The sign of a rip current can be seen from the beach — and there are often “no swimming” signs. If you fall into one of these currents, the best way to escape is to swim parallel to the beach to an area where you can reach the sand by swimming “head-on”.

Another dangerous phenomenon is the so-called “square waves”🇧🇷 It sounds absurd, but it happens when waves collide from different angles and follow their course despite changes in the wind. This situation usually happens, above all, on the beaches of France and New Zealand. The cross sea is very dangerous for swimmers, surfers and boats.

The sign that a flash flood is near is the sound of running water🇧🇷 If it is raining non-stop where you are and you hear a noise similar to that of a river, look for a high area as quickly as you can. Getting stuck in the middle of a flash flood is scary because this phenomenon can be deadly.

If you are walking in the woods and you notice that the trees bend in a J-shape, get out immediately and run to flat ground. This is a clear sign that the ground under your feet is moving, something that tends to happen on slopes. What happens next is a dangerous landslide. Ground faults are another sign of this phenomenon.

Observing the clouds is an activity that gives a lot of pleasure, but it can also be useful, as it helps to identify possible hurricanes. The low clouds with elongated shape indicate that such a phenomenon may be approaching. If this happens, find a shelter, preferably a basement. One cloud wall is another sign: hot air is rising rapidly and atmospheric pressure is falling. If, in addition, the clouds begin to swirl, run away as soon as possible. This is the definitive sign that the hurricane has occurred.

Before an electrical storm with probable formation of hail and lightning the sky turns green because sunlight mixes with that of the storm. If the sky turns green, run somewhere covered, preferably a closed room.

A lightning strike can be fatal and is an episode that can happen when you face an electrical storm. More people die from lightning strikes each year than from shark attacks. And Brazil is the world champion in this type of natural phenomenon. There are almost 78 million electrical discharges per year, according to the National Institute for Space Research (INPE), and around 300 fatalities. The sign that lightning is about to strike you is easy to spot. If your hair stand up If you feel any jewelry you are wearing vibrate, crouch down or seek shelter away from trees or metallic objects.

Our olfactory capacity is much worse than that of many animals. So if you are walking through an area full of trees and suddenly see animals running towards you, go around and do the same. It’s very likely that a forest fire is going on, even though you can’t see or smell it. This happens very quickly, and before the victim realizes it, he is already surrounded by flames.

Anyone who has had the opportunity to go to a ski resort knows that this is a very fun sport. But it’s important to be aware of the signs of a possible avalanche. For this, make sure that the snow under your feet is not cracked. If you feel a hollow space on the floor, be careful. Also, try to find out about recent rains. If it has rained a lot in the last few days, leave the skiing for later, because it is on these days that landslides happen🇧🇷 The speed of an avalanche can reach 80 km/h; that is, it is impossible to escape.

A phenomenon typical of colder countries. After a winter rain, the asphalt is shiny and smooth. This is generally a beautiful image to look at, but also a very dangerous one. Because of the low temperatures, rainwater turns into a thin layer of transparent ice, almost imperceptible. Before starting your car, check that there are no bright spots on the asphalt. Clear ice is slippery and can cause serious accidents.

Have you ever seen any of the signs we mentioned above? Do you know others who can alert us to phenomena of nature? Share your knowledge in the comments.