How a natural disaster would affect the production of a fire extinguisher?
We lived close to a river and went swimming. The water was so cold, we would ease our way in, splash some cold water on ourselves to prepare for the shock of the cold to our hot bodies before we swm. The news just stated that people need to be aware that the water is so cold right now, that a persons body could go into shock from being very warm to diving in the cold water.
We were allowed to play in the sprinkler. You know, the sprinkler in the yard which sent a wave of water back and forth? It was a fun way to keep cool, busy and in a location where parents could look after us too. But then, we did not have to worry too much about being kidnapped and were able to walk and ride horses freely!
I remember mom filling up a large metal washtub and letting me play in it. I thought that was great! Once in a while we ran through the hose tied up on the clothes line that sprayed us as we played. Back then, I recall the water bill was 4.00, in the early 60s. Not cheap for those days, so the wash tub got filled more than using the hose!
go to a local welders supply house. they will have a supply of different styles (long or short), mitts or gloves and heaviness(thickness) of leather. as for any logos, stamps,etc, might have them or be able to get them. the h-d emblem is nice but I think they would be too nice to use. gloves take the brunt of welding work and get beat up. I wore out several pairs during my welding times in the shipyards. I think a welding helmet would be nicer/cuter. the designs are much fancier than they used to be and the electronic shade type visor makes it much better/easier to use than the flip-type.
Fire hydrants. Water hoses and sprinklerswe'd go get soaked in the sprinklers of whoever was watering their lawn (we didn't care who it was either, or that we were running around on their precious grass). Mostly, we just kept to the shade. There was this one sort of short tunnel thing between buildings (leading from the front of the bldg to the backyard) and we'd go stand in there because it was made of brick and always stayed very cool (and had that damp smell to it). We drank a lot of water straight out of the outside water taps. If we got hot, we'd sit somewhere shady until we cooled off. Popsicles.
