[PIO] Civil Defence recommendations to the public to minimise the negative consequences of heavy rainfall

The Civil Defence Force makes the following recommendations to the public in order to prevent and properly prepare to minimise the risks and negative consequences of any heavy rainfall:

1. Make sure that the manholes outside your home or workplace are not blocked.

1. Make sure that the gutters in your premises are working properly.

1. If you have a basement in a vulnerable area at risk of flooding, proceed to dig a special water accumulation pit and install an automatic water pump. Remove valuable items or expensive equipment from your basement.

1. If you live on a plot of land with a yard, leave soil free - where possible - for the earth to absorb water.

1. Secure objects that are likely to be carried away by water and moved (e.g. tanks, water heaters, etc.)

1. Repair any openings in fence walls.

1. Prepare sandbags to prevent water from entering your shed if it is in an area at risk of flooding.

1. If you are notified of heavy rainfall, limit your travel and avoid working and staying underground.

DURING THE STORM

If you are inside a building:

1. Leave underground areas and move to a safe high place.

If you are in an open area:

1. Do not cross a flooded road on foot or by car/bicycle/motorcycle.

1. Stop and change direction if you are on a flooded road Abandon your car if it is immobilized, as it may be swept away or flooded.

1. Stay away from power lines.

1. Do not approach areas where landslides have occurred.

AFTER THE FLOOD

If you are in an open area:

1. Stay away from areas that have flooded or are at risk of flooding in the coming hours because:

- the flood may have altered the characteristics of familiar areas,

- broken roads and areas with a dangerous slope are dangerous,

- water may be contaminated if various types of objects and/or animals have been carried away.

1. Do not obstruct rescue teams.

1. Do not use the telephone without good reason.

Before starting recovery operations:

1. Remember that flood hazards do not subside immediately after the water has receded.

1. Confirm with the relevant authorities that your area is safe and you can return for restoration work.

1. Turn off the power and water supply switches.

1. Wear closed shoes and suitable clothing to avoid injury.

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Policy recommendations Defense Policy Recommendations to the Public to minimize the negative impacts of heavy rainfall

The Civil Defense Force is making the following recommendations to the public to prevent and properly prepare to minimize the risks and negative consequences of any heavy rainfall: Ensure that manholes outside your home or workplace are not blocked. Make sure that the gutters in your premises are working properly. If you have a basement in a vulnerable area at risk of flooding, proceed to dig a special water accumulation pit and install an automatic water pump. Remove valuable items or expensive equipment from your basement. If you live on a plot of land with a yard, leave soil free - where possible - for the earth to absorb water. Secure objects that are likely to be carried away by water and moved (e.g. tanks, water heaters, etc.) Repair any openings in fence walls. Prepare sandbags to prevent water from entering your shed if it is in an area at risk of flooding. If you are notified of heavy rainfall, limit your travel and avoid working and staying underground. DURING THE STORM If you are inside a building: Leave underground areas and move to a safe high place. If you are in an open area: Do not cross a flooded road on foot or by car/bicycle/motorcycle. Stop and change direction if you find yourself on a flooded road. Abandon your car if it has come to a standstill, as it may be swept away or flooded. Stay away from power lines. Do not approach areas where landslides have occurred. AFTER THE FLOOD If you are in an open area: Stay away from areas that have flooded or are at risk of flooding in the coming hours because: - the flood may have altered the characteristics of familiar areas, - broken roads and areas with a dangerous slope are dangerous, - water may be contaminated if various types of objects and/or animals have been carried away. Do not obstruct rescue teams. Do not use the telephone without good reason. Before starting recovery operations: Remember that flood hazards do not subside immediately after the water has receded. Confirm with the relevant authorities that your area is safe and you can return for restoration work. Turn off the power and water supply switches. Wear closed shoes and suitable clothing to avoid injury. ____________ 12/1/2023 (EFF/MX/SX)

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