Coronavirus: how to travel, how to avoid contagion risks

How is it convenient to travel at the time of the Coronavirus? Better to choose the car, taxi, public transport, car-sharing or what else? What are the real situations at risk of contagion and how should you behave while traveling? We take stock of this issue at a time so sensitive to public health.

Rule number 1: better to stay at home

It is necessary to be clear, sincere and frank on this point, running the risk of being banal in all the seriousness of this precaution: the advice is to stay at home, at your home, limiting any movement in an extreme way. An extreme but temporary measure of fundamental utility. Before wondering how to travel, in short, one must ask oneself about the opportunity to do it and the possibility of staying at one's own home instead, engaging time in other ways. A question of social responsibility and public health: each of us is a pathogen in this fragile balance, therefore we need to act responsibly for the good of the community, of loved ones and of themselves.

However, there are many situations that can take us away from home: the simple supply of food and medicines, as well as other basic necessities: in these cases, it is advisable to limit the outputs and increase the quantities, or to take advantage of online purchases now available in large quantities part of the country even in a very short time.

It should be remembered that the risk of contagion increases considerably when people are at close distances for a long time: in the same room or in the same car, little changes.

By car

The private car for a lonely journey is a completely safe environment. It is because there is no promiscuity, there is no gathering, there is no possibility of contact: you are alone with yourself and this is enough. Transporting other people is instead something that should preferably be avoided since living in the same environment automatically becomes a very fertile context for the passage of the virus. If traveling with your family is not a problem (since they are the same people with whom you share the home environment, so there is no obvious risk in any way), traveling with third parties is instead strongly discouraged. Bournemouth Airport Transfers to London

In these weeks the hypotheses of installing additional filters on cars are making their way, in order to safeguard the environment from Coronavirus, but science says something strongly different. Infection, in fact, occurs by contact and is more dangerous if you are close to people outside your traditional social circle, so it is fundamentally wrong to think that the virus is "in the air". No filter is really useful, nor would any filter be so refined as to block the tiny particles of a virus in an internal air recycling system. It is useless to invest in filters in this context, therefore: filters can block smog and other elements (proving to be very useful in this sense), but not a virus. Better healthy low-cost precautions, therefore: wash your hands, limit the contacts to which a transfer by car could force you (parking, sorting corridors, and other similar situations).

Fiat 500 electric

Needless to drive with the mask obviously: the mask is not a protection for oneself, but for others. It should only be worn if there are symptoms that could put others at risk. It is better to focus on driving safety, in short, than on the virus: the car is more than enough protection, even proving to be the best environment in which to be at peace, with music in the air to forget the gray moments that isolationism of individuals is leading outside. The roads are clearer and traveling can be pleasant, but it can also be a trap to avoid: we stay at home whenever possible. We invest in smart working and family time. Life will soon return to normal and the car will, as always, be an escape tool towards freedom, free time, serenity.

Public transport

The simple statistics say that the chances of contagion on public transport are six times higher than in other situations. The reason is easy to say: the gathering is created, promiscuity is created in tight spaces, people are forced to breathe the same air and lean on the same handles for times that are not compatible with the risk cancellation. The public transport, in the function of the strong coming and going of people, is, therefore, an environment at high risk: it is useless to appeal to the closure because it would entail serious problems for too many people, but it is wise to appeal to the common sense of the individual in avoiding travel not strictly necessary.

In short, it is better to avoid subways and buses. And when forced to do so, follow the widely used hygiene rules: often wipe your hands with a sanitizer, avoid bringing your hands to your face, avoid contact, stay at a safe distance from others.

Car sharing, carpooling, taxi

In a moment in which the advice is to avoid gatherings and keep the distance from other people, also avoiding contacts, it is necessary to reason carefully the different situations that are going to cross because each has specific elements to take into consideration.

When leveraging car sharing, for example, it must be taken into account that the same car may have been used a few minutes earlier by other potentially infected users. The car-sharing services active in the area are probably adopting extra cleaning measures, but complete sanitization at each individual trip is obviously something not conceivable. The advice is, therefore, to follow common sense hygiene measures, adequately cleaning the contact surfaces (steering wheel, gearbox), limiting the time on the car, washing your hands with a disinfectant when leaving. Cleaning your hands even before you start driving would be good practice, respecting who will come later. Sharing is sharing, sharing is the community, the community is mutual respect.

Enjoy, Eni's car sharing

With carpooling the situation is more complex and the advice is to avoid it completely at this stage. There are no guarantees on travel companions and any containment measure that you want to adopt would never be sufficient to cancel the risk. In short, there are no useful compromises: it is better to avoid this solution and look for alternatives.

The topic of taxis is similar to that of carpooling but partially limited by the fact that the person driving is a professional who, in case of symptoms, should autonomously refrain from work. Sufficient rating to underestimate the risk of a taxi trip? Maybe not. However, by keeping a safe distance and limiting the length of the movements, in this phase the taxi is preferable to both cars sharing and carpooling.

In case of health problems

In the event that you have health problems, you must absolutely avoid traveling, by any means. Given the particular emergency situation, in fact, in case of problems, it is advisable to contact the appropriate telephone number to ask for information, knowing that there are ad hoc structures that can bring home all the necessary assistance. The main telephone number set up by the Ministry of Health for information is 1500, but on this page, there are all the regional numbers to which you can contact for more specific needs. In short, a phone call is better, since being at the emergency room with the symptoms in place can be dangerous for all those who meet in the waiting room, during triage, and in the ward.

Travel in the red zone

The red areas cannot be exited and cannot be entered, except through specific authorization procedures and by adopting special security measures. Instead, you can move within the red areas, while remaining faithful to the precautions indicated by the health authorities.
The rules for moving to and from the red areas are summarized in this study.

Borders

Given the spread of the epidemic and the pandemic fears that are permeating around the world, many routes are now limited and even crossing the border can sometimes be problematic. We summarized the issue in this report, but the situation is constantly changing. We, therefore, recommend that you ask the competent authorities for clarification before traveling.

5 daily risks in the street that autonomous driving (perhaps) will cancel News and curiosity: all the news

Every day there are risks in the car or on public transport. Here are at least 5 of the most dangerous things that autonomous driving could solve How safe are self-driving cars? Today, all we are talking about is the safety of the occupants of self-driving cars and how driverless technology can protect pedestrians. The effects on other road users that self-driving cars can have are almost unexplored terrain. How safe will roads be with self-driving cars? Here are the 5 major risk factors that are faced every day and the dangers that perhaps with autonomous driving we will not have to face when returning home from work.

THE RISK OF A LITTLE SAFE DRIVER WITH AUTONOMOUS DRIVING

In many countries, alcohol tolerance is zero for those who want to drive, but this limit does not stop those who raise their elbows and decide to get behind the wheel. A sign in favor of driving safety if the car can bring the owner home after a party or dinner. Today the alternative to driving is to call a taxi. But there are many cases in which taxi or Uber passengers ( especially in London ) have reported that they have been molested or robbed because they are more defenseless or unable to defend themselves.

THE RISK OF LOSING THE BUS OR TRAM

Traveling on public transport when they are deserted, especially in the evening, can allow attackers to approach other passengers in a harassing way. This same risk is run even while waiting for the bus and if it is late to arrive the situation is certainly not better. Self-driving cars have already proven in automated parking to be able to move up to the owner. There is no possibility of doing it on public roads where the passenger compartment, in any time slot or city, can be a safe place.

THE RISK OF ACCIDENTS WITH AUTONOMOUS DRIVING CARS

Fewer human drivers are expected to significantly lower the risks related to public order and police work. Self-driving cars can significantly reduce accidents, although opinions are divided on this aspect and there is still much to prove. Redbridge minicabs

THE RISK OF the WRONG ROAD WITH THE NAVIGATOR

The risk of going wrong is still very high, so much so that because of the navigated navigator you can get fined or even make an accident. With self-driving cars and high-definition maps, it is expected that the onboard systems will be able to interact actively with the external environment: the self-driving car will know if it is in the right place or not.

THE RISK OF STAYING WITHOUT CAR, IN STRIP OR STOLEN

Car theft is still a major concern about buying a new car. It is likely that when the cars are self-driving they will be purchased by large corporate fleets. We will no longer run the risk of being on foot if the car suddenly breaks down (at most one will come in replacement).

How to eliminate dust from home: tricks and natural remedies

To eliminate dust from home, you have to clean the floors and every shelf practically every day. However, there are some tricks to remove it well and make it come back less quickly. Let's see what they are. The dust, the enemy of women and men who take care of the cleaning of their home. We are used to dusting and cleaning to get rid of it. Have you ever wondered what powder is made of? It is nothing but a mix of everything found in an environment. From food particles to human skin cells, right down to mite feces and mold. You can guess that each environment has a speck of different dust. Much depends on what is inside the house, people's habits, etc.

 It also comes in a lot from the windows or from the street, transported into the house thanks to shoes and clothes. It is, therefore, a duty to remove dust from the house. Certain unsightly, but above all potential cause of respiratory problems and allergic reactions. In the long run, it can also weaken the immune system. However, nobody likes dusting and takes a long time. However, there are tricks to make her come back less quickly and you just need to use some natural remedies! 10 natural remedies and practical tips The dust builds up in your home and it is your task to eliminate it. There are several natural remedies and some really useful practical tips that help you get back less quickly. Let's see what they are. 1Water and vinegar It is one of the most powerful natural remedies when it comes to removing dust from the home. The mix of vinegar and water (in equal parts) not only helps you to remove it but also to disinfect the surfaces and thus delay their appearance. you may read reduce dust in the home

You can use it to clean windows, floors, iron and kitchen shelves. But above all, you can use it for wooden shelves, very common in homes. As an alternative to chemicals, you can try placing equal parts of water and vinegar in a sprayer and start cleaning. 2Baking soda and water A good substitute for white wine vinegar is baking soda. Used both in the kitchen to disinfect food, and in everyday life to clean the house in a natural way. Removes dust, dirt, and bacteria. Add it to the water and then pour it into a sprayer and use it on your surfaces equipped with a microfibre cloth. The latter attracts dust and helps you clean the environment thoroughly. You can then use baking soda to disinfect the fabrics you use for household chores! 3Clean the radiators and stoves This is where the dust lurks. You forget to clean them and so, it has a way to proliferate and accumulate until you turn them on and let all the dirt settle on your furniture and floors.

 Intervene with a pipe cleaner so as not to scatter the dust in the air. You can also use the vacuum cleaner with the appropriate air intakes. 4Close any possible entry routes The dust enters through microscopic cracks. Therefore close all drafts so that pollen and dust cannot enter. Obviously, the latter is formed in your own home, it is not by keeping everything closed that you prevent its appearance. However, you can at least reduce the quantities. Don't forget, however, that opening the windows at least 1 hour a day is essential for the right exchange of air. 5Beware of curtains and rugs Curtains and rugs for many people are essential decorative elements. 

They also have their own usefulness. Unfortunately, however, they attract and retain a large amount of dust. For this reason, if you really cannot do without it, you must learn to treat them in the right way. The curtains must be washed periodically, avoiding the use of very thick ones. Vacuum the carpets often to remove all the dirt that settles on them. 6Brushes, toothbrushes and kitchen tongs To eliminate dust from home you can use many tools. In addition to the usual microfibre cloths useful for all surfaces, you can use canvas gloves to dust delicate surfaces such as candelabra. Brushes and toothbrushes, on the other hand, are useful for removing dust from the most stubborn corners, old socks for cleaning under furniture and kitchen tongs, surrounded by a soft cloth, to get rid of the accumulations of dust from the shutters. 7Hot water Soak a microfiber cloth in hot water and wring it out well. By doing this, you can attract dust and not move it. The surface remains clean longer. 

It is fine for almost any type of surface! 8Vacuum cleaner and no broom The broom can be used to quickly remove some dirt from the ground, such as when sugar falls on it. However, it is the vacuum cleaner that does the bulk of the work. Vacuum dirt and don't move it. Furthermore, thanks to the special brushes and adapters, they allow you to get almost anywhere, even in the most difficult corners. 9Clean in the right order You cannot start dusting the bottom shelves and then move on to the top ones. Otherwise, you have to do the job twice. From the high shelves, the dust falls on the low ones. So start from the door frames, the frames, and all the high shelves. Until finally reaching the floor. 10Cuddly toys and duvets, always beat them Duvets, quilts, blankets, children's soft toys. Beat them at the window at least once a week to remove the dust that settles on it. Let the mattress take air and vacuum the sofa every week.