Preparation for handling emergency is indeed very simple. Before you go for a journey, make sure that all standard emergency survival kits are ready. Standard emergency survival kits consists of first aid kit, flashlight, matches, compass (if possible bring GPS navigation tool), life vest, etc. For kits that need battery power, make sure also they are fully charged. Put the standard emergency survival kit into one place that is light enough, well-built, water proof, easy to identify, and reachable.
When the bad situation really happens, do not be panic. Panic is more dangerous than fear. This is not easy to apply, but you must do that. Be calm and keep positive thinking are the keys, also.
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