Tahrir Safety Tips
For it or against what’s happening tomorrow, there is no harm in being safe!
So for those of you who are heading to Tahrir tomorrow, here are some safety tips.
May God be with Egypt, as he has till now!
1- Make sure you have your ID with you and is easily accessible.
2- Do not walk around with a big sum of money on you. Don’t take your wallet. Fifty pounds in your pocket will suffice.
3- In case of tear gas, carry a bandana and a small bottle of vinegar which neutralizes irritation
2- Do not walk around with a big sum of money on you. Don’t take your wallet. Fifty pounds in your pocket will suffice.
3- In case of tear gas, carry a bandana and a small bottle of vinegar which neutralizes irritation
4- Don’t wear contact lenses. Bring eye drops and spare glasses.
5- Don’t wear shiny colors, in the case of something happening or people getting attacked, it’s easier to attack the ones wearing bright colors.
6- Do not wear face creams or cosmetics, They burn on contact with external gases.
7- Wear comfortable boots/shoes that you can run in.
8- Wear natural fabrics, which are less flammable than synthetic fabrics.
9- Take a scarf with you to cover your head and face in case you’re going into areas with aggressive acts taking place.
10- Prepare a backpack with supplies to last a day: First aid kit, energy bars, water, spare batteries for electronic equipment, charger, wipes and tissue.
11- Have an emergency person’s number on speed dial & write their number on your arm.
12- Walk in groups, never alone.
5- Don’t wear shiny colors, in the case of something happening or people getting attacked, it’s easier to attack the ones wearing bright colors.
6- Do not wear face creams or cosmetics, They burn on contact with external gases.
7- Wear comfortable boots/shoes that you can run in.
8- Wear natural fabrics, which are less flammable than synthetic fabrics.
9- Take a scarf with you to cover your head and face in case you’re going into areas with aggressive acts taking place.
10- Prepare a backpack with supplies to last a day: First aid kit, energy bars, water, spare batteries for electronic equipment, charger, wipes and tissue.
11- Have an emergency person’s number on speed dial & write their number on your arm.
12- Walk in groups, never alone.
13 – Women, wear baggy clothing, we can not stress this enough.
And last but not least, make sure your principles are close to your heart. Let’s all stand together again and forever.
We Said This: Rereading all this feels like we are going to war, stay safe Egypt!
