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We often find ourselves in situations where we require alternative sources of heat. These situations have a way of arising during the worst possible moment, that is for sure. So, what do we do when we are in a survival situation and an emergency source of heat is the only way out? Crazy Russian Hacker’s guide is here to provide you with all of the necessary assistance.

Best of all, the hack does not require very much equipment. For many of us, the items are already on hand. All you need are a couple of sheets of toilet paper, some matches or a lighter, and a can of tuna in oil. The torch that you are about to create will provide you with at least 30 minutes of light and heat. In some cases, that is truly all that you need.

Photo: YouTube / Crazy Russian Hacker

Be sure to watch the part of the video where he explains the roles of each item. Don’t make the all too common mistake of trying to skip ahead and see the fire in action. In fact, we are not about to spoil another word of the video for you. If you want to learn more about this awesome hack, you will need to check out the video from Crazy Russian Hacker for yourself. Once you’re finished, you will see just how amazing this hack can truly be.

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