Dogs are very smart animals even though they aren’t able to speak our language. If you notice that your dog is paying more attention to a certain part of your body than another, it might be a good idea to see a doctor. Why you may ask? Because dogs apparently have such a strong sense of smell they can sniff out signs of cancer.
Scientists believe that dogs smell organic compounds that come from cancer. They were able to prove that they can distinguish between cancer patient urine and cancer-free urine. In addition, there have been numerous cases when an owner’s dog has alerted them to cancer growing in their body. It’s just like when your dog sits by the door to go outside, you listen to them. Pay attention to what your dog is trying to tell you.
If Volcanoes Shake, Swell, and Get Gassy, They're About to Blow
Although volcanoes can be cool to look at and visit if we get the opportunity to do so, the story of Pompeii has shown us that they can be very deadly. You may be asking, how can I tell if one is about to erupt? For starters, there will most likely be small earthquakes under the volcano. It can also swell and release more heat and gas, but these types of signs are very difficult for someone like you or me to notice and/or feel.
Lucky for us, we have people called volcanologists who are always monitoring these types of signals via radar satellites and other detectors. A lot of nature’s warning signs can be hard to detect without the use of technology. It’s unfortunate, though, that it’s not easy for scientists to monitor the gas an impending eruption releases the most water vapor since there's so much water vapor in the air already.
Don't Go Into any Beautifully Colored Pools
If you find yourself camping in Yellowstone National Park you may see one of their beautifully colored hot springs and want to jump right into it. But you’ll want to avoid doing that. If you go into the pool, it could be deadly since they are usually at boiling hot temperatures of 200 degrees Fahrenheit or higher. To compare how hot that is, hot tubs are normally set at 105 degrees or below.
Some bacteria thrive in these extremely hot environments and they are what gives these pools their beautiful color. Each color represents a different bacteria. Within the National Park, there are usually signs that indicate whether an area is safe or not.
There’s No Warning for Quicksand, But You Can Get Out
Quicksand is usually, if not always extremely dangerous. It is denser than your body. If you put your foot in it, your foot will initially push the sand down, which will cause the water and clay to close around you. However, if the tides come in, that’s where you might be in drowning territory. If you find that you’re ever sinking in quicksand, you’ll need to wiggle your leg just a little bit and calmly step up.
If you’re able to get horizontal, there is a good chance that you will eventually float back to the top. However, it is possible that if the quicksand has gaseous bubbles, you have a higher chance of sinking.
If a Bee Stings You Near a Hive, Find Shelter
Almost all of us know the importance of not swatting at bees when they are swarming around us because they will feel threatened. Bees are usually attracted to anything that smells sweet and is a bright color. People do unfortunately get stung sometimes.
Did you know that a dead honey bee emits pheromones that let nearby bees know they should attack? If you’re near a hive and get stung, you’ll want to run, and run fast. You’ll want to find the closest shelter possible and try to avoid swatting at the bees following you.