When a tree is about to fall or has fallen it can cause a lot of damage to your well-being and/or your wallet. To avoid any damage to you or your home, make an effort to check the trees that could possibly fall on your home. There are many signs trees give us to let us know that they are unhealthy. For example, if the bark has deep cracks or is missing sections of it, there’s a good possibility that it could soon fall.
If you notice a hole in the trunk, dead or falling branches, and a leaning trunk are also all signs that something may be wrong with the tree. If you notice these signs, the tree or trees may be at risk of falling over if they experience strong winds.
Don't Step on a Lake if It Is Covered in White or Gray Ice
Saying “you’re on thin ice,” may be a funny way to let someone know you’re about to snap at them. But in regards to a frozen lake, it could mean more danger. During the colder months when lakes freeze, people may be more so inclined to go out on the lake to ice skate. However, it’s important to make sure it’s safe first.
Some lakes have professionals who check the ice’s safety, but not every lake is fortunate enough to have people like that. You’ll want to bring along materials to check how thick the ice is. One of the first indications that you may notice is if it is a blue, clear color, or if it is white or gray. The latter may mean that it’s not very safe to be one.
Never Stay in a Cave During a Full or New Moon
There are many beautiful caves alongside beaches that can only be accessed when the tides are low. You may find yourself walking along the coast, exploring a cave, but you need to be careful. If the tides raise, you might be trapped in a watery doom.
You must always be aware of tides before going into these caves, especially during a full or new moon. When in a full or new moon, the tide is called a Spring Tide. This is when the sun, Earth, and moon are all in line which causes the tide to be higher than normal.
A Skunk Stamping Its Feet and Raising Its Tail Means Get Out of the Spray Zone
A skunk’s spray is not life-threatening, but it’s one of the most unpleasant smells out there. Did you know that skunks celebrate Valentine’s day? It’s their mating season during the month of February in Northern California. It’s during this time that you’re more likely to run into them. Skunks don’t have much spray so they will warn you before wasting any of it.
An indication that a skunk is about to spray is when they raise its tail and shake it. If you’re in close range of one, back away and of course leave it be. If you interrogate it, they will come towards you and give you another warning before they spray you. If you somehow get sprayed, you’ll need to get the tomato sauce ready- and a lot of it.
Don't Eat Red Berries From the Wild
It doesn’t take a rocket scientist to know that you shouldn’t eat anything in nature unless you’re positive it won’t be harmful to you and your body. There are different kinds of berries in the wild that are poisonous to humans. For example, Holly berries can cause vomiting, whereas dogwood berries are usually eaten by birds, but are not safe for humans to eat. Another berry called the cotoneaster berry can actually cause someone to have a seizure.
If any of that happens, you’ll want to call poison control and make your way to the hospital as soon as possible.