00:00So, you wake up and see that an out-of-control fire has taken over your room.
00:05At this point, the biggest danger isn't even the flames, it's the smoke.
00:10In the United States, smoke inhalation accounts for 80% of the fatalities caused by fires.
00:16That's why it's always a clever idea to have this mask close by.
00:20This is a personal escape hood, equipped with its own breathing filter,
00:24allowing people to escape intense situations like this.
00:27It only takes around 10 seconds to put this on, and it provides breathable air for 20 minutes.
00:33And those 20 minutes can make all the difference when it comes to surviving.
00:37But if your apartment is at the top of a burning building, going out the window might be your only way out.
00:44But hold on. First, you need to wear a backpack like this.
00:48This is actually a parachute safety system, known as SPARS.
00:52What it does is inflate a device with a parachute in about 15 seconds.
00:57The device, developed with advanced aerospace technology, will slow down your fall and make sure you land safely and as quickly as possible.
01:06If using a parachute feels a little too extreme to escape a fire, there is another option.
01:12The rescue-ready retrofit ladder.
01:14This device is made from lightweight, durable materials and offers a safe way out in situations like a fire on the second floor of a house, for example.
01:23The latter can easily be installed right under windows, making it easy to use when you need it.
01:30One thing about fires is that they usually start small.
01:33So the key is to isolate and put them out before they turn into a big problem.
01:38That's why some smart people teamed up with firefighters to create the Bridge Hill Fire Blankets.
01:44Think of it as a futuristic fabric with cutting-edge technology that can contain flames, smoke, and toxic fumes in just a few seconds.
01:54Okay, blame it on the classic movie Jaws.
01:57But let's face it, sharks have been living rent-free in our heads ever since.
02:02And while shark attacks aren't very common, they still happen.
02:06In 2023, there were over 100 reported incidents worldwide.
02:10But you don't have to live in fear, thanks to items like shark bangs.
02:15This is a wearable device that can ward off sharks, and it doesn't need batteries or charging.
02:20You just wrap it around your ankle and let its powerful magnets do the work.
02:25What happens is that when a shark gets close to someone wearing the device, it senses the strong magnetic field coming from it.
02:33Then the shark probably freaks out because the signal is way stronger than any of its normal prey.
02:38So it ends up swimming away from you, or at least, that's what we hope for.
02:44Now, sharks aren't the only danger you face in the water.
02:47All it takes is a sudden change in the tide, and you could find yourself in a situation where you need to fight to avoid drowning.
02:55But if life jackets feel bulky and uncomfortable to you, there is another option, the king gene.
03:01This is considered the smallest inflatable lifesaver in the world.
03:04It kind of looks like a high-tech bracelet, but when activated, it turns into a buoy in seconds.
03:11What's even more impressive is that you can reuse it up to 50 times, if you're that unlucky or careless.
03:17All you have to do is repack the balloon and swap out the CO2 cartridge before your next sea adventure.
03:24It also comes with a whistle, so you can get the attention of rescuers in case of an emergency.
03:29Now, this may look like a simple, ordinary credit card, but it can actually save you.
03:35Imagine you're in a car accident, and the vehicle ends up in a lake.
03:39As the car sinks, you're trapped, unable to open the window.
03:44Terrifying, right?
03:45Well, that's exactly why the OWL escape card exists.
03:49OWL stands for Open Window for Life, and just like the name suggests,
03:54it was designed to shatter your car's window in any emergency.
03:57The driver just needs to insert the card into the top or side slot of the window, with the arrow facing up.
04:04Then pull the base of the card toward them and release it.
04:08Bam! The glass shatters outward.
04:10But that's not all.
04:12It also has a built-in safety cutter to help you slice through a stuck seatbelt.
04:17You've probably heard a million times how wearing a helmet while biking can save your life.
04:22Still, a lot of people skip it, saying they don't want to carry a bulky thing around all day.
04:29Well, those days are over with the foldable helmet.
04:32Thanks to its cool, adaptable design, it goes from a spherical shape to something more flat.
04:38So, once you're done with biking, just fold it up and throw it in your backpack.
04:43It's that easy.
04:43Outdoor adventurers will love the LifeStraw Sip.
04:48This stainless steel straw promises to clean in pure water using a filter that blocks 99% of bacteria, parasites, and microplastics.
04:58In other words, this tech can definitely prevent you from having any serious health issues.
05:03Its design is super slim and lightweight.
05:05Plus, there's no need for charging or batteries, so it's the perfect travel companion if you're planning a little getaway to the middle of nowhere.
05:15So, skiing can be pretty dangerous.
05:18But even so, millions of people are willing to take that risk every year.
05:23One of the big problems with heading out into the snow is that avalanches aren't always easy to spot.
05:29It's believed that for every four fatalities from being buried in snow, three are caused by asphyxiation.
05:36So, bringing the safe back SBX survival gear on your next trip is definitely a smart move.
05:43This is the world's first active air supply for snow burial, designed to keep avalanche victims breathing under the snow without a mouthpiece.
05:52What it does is create airflow through the snow by pushing away the CO2 that's been exhaled.
05:58This increases the survival window to over 90 minutes, which can be enough time for rescue teams to find the victim.
06:06Now, you never know when you might find yourself in a dangerous situation out of the blue.
06:12Even when you're just relaxing at home, something unexpected could happen, like a stranger breaking in.
06:19In situations like that, you probably need to stay quiet so you don't draw attention to yourself, and calling 911 could be too risky.
06:27That's where safety apps like Noonlight come in.
06:31If you ever feel unsafe, just open the app and press the panic button right in the center of the screen.
06:37If everything's okay, release the button and enter your four-digit PIN.
06:42But if things take a turn and you're in real danger, release the button without entering the PIN.
06:48The app will automatically notify the police and share your exact location so they can send help.
06:55Yep, the next product on our list is a toilet seat.
06:59But it's not just any regular one.
07:02This is the first-of-its-kind smart toilet seat that can actually tell if your body's at risk.
07:09How, you ask?
07:10Well, it monitors your number one and number two with some pretty advanced sensors.
07:16Then it gives you insights to help track and improve your gut health.
07:20And maybe even prevent serious problems down the line.
07:23Right now, this tech is especially useful in senior living facilities.
07:28The last item on our list isn't something you'd need at home.
07:31But if you ever see one next to you, just grab it.
07:34This colorful thing is called the Dazzle Box, and it could save a lot more disaster victims,
07:40especially during earthquakes and floods.
07:43It's a super-tough container designed to drop supplies from a plane or a helicopter.
07:48What's impressive is that the materials used for the Dazzle Box survived a 150-foot drop from a crane
07:55and it stayed intact.
07:57The inventors even added emergency LED lights, so it's visible at night.
08:01Right now, this funny-shaped box is still a prototype that won a design contest.
08:07But if it ever hits the market, it could really become a game-changer.
08:12That's it for today.
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