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    With ya Cali-Bro. We've got one still burning at Camp Pendleton/Oceanside, with 10% humidity, 90F degrees, and me working outdoors. After last year, folks got serious about the 100+ foot safe space around structures, and have been clearing that so-called 'defensible space'.

    This is probably why we haven't seen DiviniusArma on the forum for a few days now (fire-fighter).
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    use lip balm on fingers...

    Anyway, that sucks:(

    Take no chances mate:)

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    Every summer forest fires flame throughout my region (Tuscany, Italy). Last summer Tuscany had the highest number of wildfires burning at the same time (29). The containment of one of these fires required the manpower of 120 fire-fighters, and it was one of the hardest to get under control.

    Most of the hundreds of fires that have ravaged the southern regions of Italy this summer were lit by arsonists, often affiliated with criminal organizations seeking to clear land for pasture or illegal construction.

    The fires always force evacuations of tourists and residents, roaring through the countryside around towns and popular destinations famed for their beaches and medieval architectures.

    We usually need army reinforcements to help the firefighting efforts, and army and navy helicopters are dispatched to the southern regions during the summer.
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    Default Re: Minor side effect of wildfires

    Quote Originally Posted by KukriKhan View Post
    With ya Cali-Bro. We've got one still burning at Camp Pendleton/Oceanside, with 10% humidity, 90F degrees, and me working outdoors. After last year, folks got serious about the 100+ foot safe space around structures, and have been clearing that so-called 'defensible space'.

    This is probably why we haven't seen DiviniusArma on the forum for a few days now (fire-fighter).
    Heya Kukri

    Thanks everyone for the words of concern; just to let you know though, it sounds like Kukri is much closer to a possible fire than I am. I've never actually had any of the wildfires "reach my area", the worst that ever happened was there were certain freeways that were going right through it and I had to avoid 'em. Which I am sure most people in Southern California could say. So no worries, I doubt I'm gonna incinerate or have my house burn down.

    I was actually just a little freaked by the sudden nosebleeds, I didn't even connect it with the fire immediately. And when I went to work and everyone else had nosebleeds I was like aw hell, this is like The Happening or something. ;)

    Any good tips for keeping nose & throat better hydrated? I've never had to do something about this before.
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    This is what we do in cold climate with low hydration in the air, but I am rather certain it transfers.

    A) Milk is good to drink, it will refresh your throat.

    B) When you have the chance, pull a bandana or something over nose and mouth. It looks a bit crazy though... However, your own hydration from breathing will stick to the bandana, giving your nose and throat time to recoup. If you want to, you can wet the bandana somewhat before putting it on. Again, this is not a short term solution, but helps your body get itself in order again. In the army we did it for like a quarter every hour if it was REALLY though.

    C) You will lose more water than you are used to. Make sure to drink more than you usually do, it will help your body over all. However, the body can only use up to half a liter / 30 minutes, so drinking more than that is a waste and goes straight through. have a bottle of water handy and sip now and then.

    D) If it is really dry, as mentioned, lipbalm where your fingernails starts will keep the hands from looking bad.


    That's just from the top of my head, hope it helps:)

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    Quote Originally Posted by Kadagar_AV View Post
    This is what we do in cold climate with low hydration in the air, but I am rather certain it transfers.

    A) Milk is good to drink, it will refresh your throat.

    B) When you have the chance, pull a bandana or something over nose and mouth. It looks a bit crazy though... However, your own hydration from breathing will stick to the bandana, giving your nose and throat time to recoup. If you want to, you can wet the bandana somewhat before putting it on. Again, this is not a short term solution, but helps your body get itself in order again. In the army we did it for like a quarter every hour if it was REALLY though.

    C) You will lose more water than you are used to. Make sure to drink more than you usually do, it will help your body over all. However, the body can only use up to half a liter / 30 minutes, so drinking more than that is a waste and goes straight through. have a bottle of water handy and sip now and then.

    D) If it is really dry, as mentioned, lipbalm where your fingernails starts will keep the hands from looking bad.


    That's just from the top of my head, hope it helps:)
    Thank you sir. ;)
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    I know exactly what you mean Koga. I was evacuated from my house because of a Forest Fire not too long ago. Best thing to do is keep yourself hydrated, if you experiencing bloody noses, cracked lips and so forth its because you're losing to much body fluids, Kadagar summed it pretty well though. I know my girls were pretty miserable through the ordeal, but just keeping them hydrated helped immensely.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Hosakawa Tito View Post
    Low humidity conditions during the winter where I live cause similiar problems with nose bleeds, cracked bleeding skin on your finger tips and lips, sore throats, etc... Running a humidifier helps a lot.
    Just curious, how cold does it get there? Maybe I'm just lucky, but I've never experiented those problems, even if it get really dry during the winter (always annoying when all metal you tuch gives static shocks). Or is it if you stay outside for long periods when the temperature drops?

    Quote Originally Posted by Koga No Goshi View Post
    Thank you sir. ;)
    One way to increase inside humidity is to use a plant spryer and spray around a bit.
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    Breathe through a damp cloth.

    Here are some links about how people have dealt with wildfires in the past.

    http://www.aboutmyplanet.com/communi...he-safely.html

    http://www.fema.gov/hazard/wildfire/index.shtm

    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sodom_and_Gomorrah

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    Quote Originally Posted by Ironside View Post
    Just curious, how cold does it get there? Maybe I'm just lucky, but I've never experiented those problems, even if it get really dry during the winter (always annoying when all metal you tuch gives static shocks). Or is it if you stay outside for long periods when the temperature drops?



    One way to increase inside humidity is to use a plant spryer and spray around a bit.
    I've gotten a couple of nosebleeds, and have definitely gotten cracked lips in the winters in Vermont. The temperature there will get down to -5 or -10 degrees Fahrenheit at some point for a week or so most winters, and otherwise it is usually hovering between -5 and maybe 5 or 10 degrees Fahrenheit. -5 and -10 are something like -20 and -25 Celsius, though that's just off the top of my head, I suggest an internet converter if that seems way off.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Ironside View Post
    Just curious, how cold does it get there? Maybe I'm just lucky, but I've never experiented those problems, even if it get really dry during the winter (always annoying when all metal you tuch gives static shocks). Or is it if you stay outside for long periods when the temperature drops?



    One way to increase inside humidity is to use a plant spryer and spray around a bit.

    Our winter temperatures can fluctuate dramatically. From highs up to 70F to -10F. We generally don't get prolonged below freezing temperatures for more than 2-3 weeks. Once Lake Erie freezes over the lake effect snow machine is shut down and moisture levels really drop. I used to supplement my natural gas baseboard heat with a woodstove, but stopped burning wood because the super-dry heat it produced really bothered my step-children and I. My fair skin is also naturally on the dry side anyway, and of course my diabetes contributes to that too. I do spend a lot of time outside and get wind & sunburned even in winter. I buy sunscreen and moisturizing lotion in 55 gallon drums.
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    Whimps...

    I've spent 2 weeks out in the bush without even a damn tent between -40 and -53 farenheit...

    *on the plus side, you learn to eat VERY fast*

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    Quote Originally Posted by Koga No Goshi View Post
    I was actually just a little freaked by the sudden nosebleeds

    Any good tips for keeping nose & throat better hydrated? I've never had to do something about this before.
    I only now realize I was completely out of topic in my previous post here. Sorry guys.
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