Why isopropyl alcohol belongs in every emergency kit.
These mostly fall into two broad categories. Health/safety and fire.
1. DIY alcohol lamp
2. Alcohol stove
These can be as simple as an empty cat food can or as complex as a multi burner pressurized store bought unit.
3. Disinfectant spray
4. Hand sanitizer
With or without Aloe
5. Fire starter
6. Wound disinfectant.
Alcohol does have some necrotic properties so direct application to new tissue should be limited.
7. Sterilize other items
Sponges, instruments, food prep equip. Etc.
8. Topical cleanser / disinfectant
Rashes, wax build up, grime, blood, etc
9. Bug repellent
10. Cooling agent.
Either by itself or mixed with water in a bag and chilled as a DIY ice pack.
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