More from that moonlight thread actually the same post...amazing:
Though such measures should prove sufficent during the standard Lunar cycle, there are also occasional spikes in Lunar radiance, notably events such as the
Super Moon and
Super Harvest Moon. Though rare, during these events the Moon's intensity is noticeably greater, and thus its effects are especially powerful. During these crises, MacIntyre suggests that
"it may be safer to stay indoors entirely and avoid exposure". Indeed, some have even suggested that such events
may cause an increase in the number of natural disasters here on Earth. Accordingly, it may best to store or stockpile the following items:
- Several days worth of clean water, uncontaminated by Lunar rays. Filling spare bottles, baths and sinks before hand is a useful strategy.
- Proteinous tinned food and vegetables, along with any other non-perishables.
- A portable gas stove with plenty of spare gas cannisters.
- A fully-equipped first-aid kit.
- An emergency heat source, and sufficient blankets and other insulative materials.
- At least two high-quality flashlights, with plenty of spare batteries. If disaster strikes, you may be without electricity, and (for obvious reasons) you will be unable to navigate by Moonlight - indeed you should be sealed off in complete darkness. Make sure to have several high-quality flashlights that will run efficiently and reliably.
- At least one multi-tool, and ideally a decent knife and perhaps a folding saw and hatchet.
- Depending on the situation, it may be advisable to stock several firearms and plenty of ammunition, depending on local laws. Natural disasters often bring out the worst in some people, and under the deleterious influence of a Super (Harvest) Moon it could be even worse. Do not seek violence, but be prepared to defend you and your family from the exposed.
So that our members are aware of such crises, we will endeavour to keep an updated list of immanent Super Moon events, detailing the date, duration and (when possible) intensity of these spikes in Lunar activity.