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From My Notebook: These Notes Were Different

Published January 4, 2026, 09:14
From My Notebook: These Notes Were Different

The author describes an unexpected discovery while looking for a new notebook. He finds an old, black notebook that he had used in the past and which contains notes from volunteer rescue team courses of the Civil Defense. These notes concern earthquakes, fires, first aid, and actions to be taken in disasters. The author recalls his experience in the courses, where he learned to understand the complexity of emergency situations and the importance of preparation. He emphasizes that these courses helped him see things from a different perspective and understand the need to learn things that he might not have imagined were useful. Reading the notes awakens memories of the tragic fire in Crans Montana, where people were trapped and tried to break windows to breathe. The author analyzes the importance of understanding the behavior of fire and avoiding the introduction of oxygen into a burning space. The article concludes with a thought on the value of knowledge and preparation in dangerous situations, not only for self-protection but also for helping others.

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