Expert Safety Tips, For Protecting Yourself , in a Crowd Crush.
On October 29, at least 156 people died in a crowd crush in South Korea as thousands of people gathered in Seoul's popular Itaewon neighborhood.
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The Independent reports that crowd crushes occur when density hits a critical threshold of about six people per square meter.
When this occurs, people are squeezed to such an extent that they can no longer fill their lungs with air.
Here is some expert advice on what to do in such a situation.
Research the event and the venue beforehand, Once inside, locate and mentally note the nearest exit options.
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Stay aware, stay calm, As soon as a crush situation begins, find your escape route and leave quickly and calmly.
Stay aware, stay calm, As soon as a crush situation begins, find your escape route and leave quickly and calmly.
Don't scream, Save oxygen by controlling your breathing and remaining calm.
Assume a boxer's stance, Fold your arms in front of your chest and keep a firm footing.
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This can provide a few centimeters of space for the lungs to breathe.
Don't fight the crowd, According to the CDC, let yourself be carried by the force of the crowd while maintaining balance.
Find the edge of the crowd, Move diagonally when there is a lull in movement to reach the edge of the crowd and a potential escape route
