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Gracele |
Need some advice on survival plan in urban area
Apr 10 2012, 2:03 AM EDT
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I'm 16 and live in an urban area in Vietnam. Sure thing no one wants z-day to really happen but you can never be too careful.So my family owns a 4 storied townhouse in the city and it it very well-built. Since we're living in a big city, security is the first priority. The house has 1 gate and two layers of doors, all windows have bars (that sounds crazy but the bars keep us from being burglared, all houses have that), so I don't think that the zombies would try to break in unless we do something that attracts them. If we are fully stocked, we probably can survive for a long time. In case of emergency, we can maybe jump the roof? The problem is water, which is very important. We don't have bathtubs (showers only), how can we store water and keep them clean? And the place is too small for big barrels. And also, no weapons. Guns are illegal in here, of course. Just started thinking about the plan so it is still simple and definitely has flaws. I would really appreciate advice from you! :) 2 out of 2 found this valuable. Do you? |
phoenixavengerguy |
1. RE: Need some advice on survival plan in urban area
Apr 10 2012, 2:20 AM EDT
Hmm, thats a toughy. Gallon jugs seem to be very popular for storing water, they're not too big. Also, emptied out 2 liter soda bottles might work. As for weapons, can you get a crossbow? That might come in handy, heck, even a longbow or compound bow would be good. In a place where not many people have guns, being a master archer would really help you out. As for security, you're on the right track with staying hidden, as long as people don't randomly kick down doors; I'd definitely be ready to barricade or board the doors. Also, a mat of plywood with nails hammered through it, sharp side up would mess up anyone looking to hurt you and yours. Hope I helped.
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Braydonn |
2. RE: Need some advice on survival plan in urban area
Apr 10 2012, 2:36 AM EDT
From what I have read, in Vietnam you can apply for a gun license but the only firearm you can own is a shotgun. If you are really worried and want to get your hands on a gun (Legally) then I would suggest joining a shooting range and obtaining a license.I am not sure whether or whether not you can own a crossbow or a bow, but if you could get your hands on one it would be better than nothing. As for weapons, I am sure there is somewhere you can get your hands on decent hunting knife or even a kitchen knife. Any knife is better than no knife, knives can achieve so many tasks and are key to survival. Even if you can't get your hands on anything, there are plenty of items around your home that can be improvised as weapons. Also with your water problem, you could fill sinks, buckets, bowls, bottles and anything that could hold water. Although that wouldn't purify it. You could probably have a fire on the roof and boil the water, that kills most bacteria in the water and should make the water safe to drink. 2 out of 2 found this valuable. Do you? |
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Gracele |
3. RE: Need some advice on survival plan in urban area
Apr 10 2012, 9:31 AM EDT
Thanks for your advice! :) Maybe I'll join an archer's club or something to learn how to use crossbow, it's a great thing to do in freetime, too! :)
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Sharpie41 |
4. RE: Need some advice on survival plan in urban area
Apr 10 2012, 9:43 AM EDT
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You can own a shotgun if you hunt, ever think about hunting? Edit, you need to be 18 to get a license I'd take the advise of the people about, get into archery, do you have a back yard for rain barrels or something? 1 out of 1 found this valuable. Do you? |
=jesse= |
5. RE: Need some advice on survival plan in urban area
Apr 10 2012, 10:17 AM EDT
I have to ask...are you from Vietnam originally? I ask because your spelling and grammar is better than most new members who are from the states, lol. 1 out of 1 found this valuable. Do you? |
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Braydonn |
6. RE: Need some advice on survival plan in urban area
Apr 10 2012, 4:36 PM EDT
"I have to ask...are you from Vietnam originally?I noticed that too Jesse! That has to be one of the easiest paragraphs of writing I've ever read from a new member! @Gracele Yeah I would look into joining an Archery club if I were you! Not only is it fun but it teaches you a valuable survival skill! 2 out of 2 found this valuable. Do you? |
PedroAsani |
7. RE: Need some advice on survival plan in urban area
Apr 10 2012, 10:22 PM EDT
Don't store plastic bottles on a concrete floor. The plastic is still porous, and will allow chemicals to leach in. Spilled chemicals can remain in concrete for a long time, and most people store water in the garage or utility room, along with bleach, paint thinner, car batteries, engine oil, etc.
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Zee-Man |
8. RE: Need some advice on survival plan in urban area
Apr 10 2012, 10:44 PM EDT
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"Hmm, thats a toughy. Gallon jugs seem to be very popular for storing water, they're not too big. Also, emptied out 2 liter soda bottles might work. "Just about any plastic container you use on a regular basis can be cleaned out and used for water storage. A little chlorine in the water and exposure to light will keep it ready to use. A few drops of bleach per liter of water is enough (see the Potable Water page in our Survival Guide). I get a 1 liter bottle of drink every day. The bottles are uniform so they stack on their sides well. It hasn't taken long to get a 3 week supply of water for 2 people stored, and it all fits in my window casement. The casement is pretty deep so it works. 2 liter bottles would not fit in the casement. Were I using them I would stack them on the floor. Be sure to stack them on their sides, too much weight on the necks and the bottles can collapse or split.. Milk jugs are especially susceptible to that problem. They also do not stack on their sides well. Edit: http://www.zombiesurvivalwiki.com/thread/4846387/Water%3A+What+about+bleach%3F Thread has a picture of the water bank idea. 1 out of 1 found this valuable. Do you? |
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Gracele |
9. RE: Need some advice on survival plan in urban area
Apr 11 2012, 10:36 AM EDT
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"I have to ask...are you from Vietnam originally?Yes, I'm originally from Vietnam :) 1 out of 1 found this valuable. Do you? |
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Gracele |
10. RE: Need some advice on survival plan in urban area
Apr 11 2012, 10:40 AM EDT
"I noticed that too Jesse!Thanks for your compliment! :) I have been learning English since I was 5 :) I'm originally from Vietnam 1 out of 1 found this valuable. Do you? |
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Gracele |
11. RE: Need some advice on survival plan in urban area
Apr 11 2012, 10:54 AM EDT
"You can own a shotgun if you hunt, ever think about hunting? Edit, you need to be 18 to get a licenseI don't think that guns are legal in my country. I guess a crossbow would be fine. The idea about rain barrels sounds great! I can get water from the rain water and purify before use. Thanks a lot for your advice! :) 1 out of 1 found this valuable. Do you? |
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Sharpie41 |
12. RE: Need some advice on survival plan in urban area
Apr 11 2012, 7:34 PM EDT
"I don't think that guns are legal in my country. I guess a crossbow would be fine. The idea about rain barrels sounds great! I can get water from the rain water and purify before use. Thanks a lot for your advice! :) "Only shotguns if you hunt, and you have to be 18. I like crossbows over regular bows, they're closer to rifles. No problem 1 out of 1 found this valuable. Do you? |
dizzyditchdigger |
13. RE: Read this and know that your just fine...right where you are
Apr 15 2012, 3:58 AM EDT
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http://www.cracked.com/article_18683_7-scientific-reasons-zombie-outbreak-would-fail-quickly.html
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ubersoldat |
14. RE: Read this and know that your just fine...right where you are
Apr 15 2012, 8:59 AM EDT
at the very least you can use the large galvanized steel garbage cans for water storage like and open top drum with a lid. plastic drums from restaraunts used for shipping large quantities of foodstuffs will work also. you can even place them on your roof if space is a premium. in the event of an emergency if you could store them stacked inside another like most stores and pull them out of storage and fill them in your showers before the utilities are gone.make long spears from bamboo poles and knives and use them from your second floor windows. as far as a projectile weapon goes, bows and crossbows are good if you can't get a firearm, but storing enough arrows can be a problem in small spaces. consider using a sling as well. a sling flinging 1 to 2 ounce stones or metal pellets can kill at forty ot fifty yards. develop an escape plan, hell, develop ten plans to get out of your house under differing circumstances and avenues of attack. remember that in an urban area people will be an ever present threat to you as well. 1 out of 1 found this valuable. Do you? |
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Sharpie41 |
15. RE: Read this and know that your just fine...right where you are
Apr 15 2012, 11:20 AM EDT
Oh yeah the sling would be an okay weapon, but I'd prefer the slingshot, even though the slightly would have longevity over the slingshot, plus with a slingshot you could improvise a slingbow
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