Here are some ways to keep safe in such harrowing conditions
After the recent onslaught of Typhoon Carina, w e are yet again reminded of the importance of being prepared for heavy rain. If you live in areas that are affected by stormy weather, always remember to stay safe and keep dry. Here are some ways to keep safe in such harrowing conditions.
Stay alert
To best combat natural calamities, you must stay well-informed and updated of your surroundings. Tune in to the news for daily weather updates and listen to announcements by your local government. Keep an eye out on the water level outside and ensure you have a way out, should you need to flee. When treading the flood, be wary of any wires hitting the water, sharp objects floating around, or holes that you might not spot beneath the floodwater.
Keep things charged
If the power hasn’t gone out yet, make sure all your devices are plugged in and fully charged. You’ll need your phones to keep in touch with friends and family during emergencies. Prioritize charging any power banks you have on hand to ensure you have a spare source of power for your devices. Ensure you have batteries for your emergency light devices and flashlights. If you use candles and lanterns as a light source, always remember to blow out the fire if not in use.
Stock up on resources
It pays to be prepared. Always have your pantry stocked with canned goods and ready-to-eat meals to ensure you have food to take on the move if you need to. Be sure to also keep a can opener or knife on hand for opening the containers. Other essentials besides food are cash, medicine, spare batteries, and flashlights or emergency lights.
Stay indoors
As much as possible, do not venture outside your home. Stay indoors until any rain and floodwater has subsided. Pay close attention to any announcements from your local government to see if you need to vacate the area. If you do, try to wait out for rescue. If not, take full caution in treading floodwater.
Stay in touch
Always have a contact you can readily provide updates to. Start a family group chat and have your location pins enabled on your devices. This will help others keep track of your whereabouts in case of any emergencies. Here’s a list of some emergency contact numbers to keep in mind:
Keep safe, everyone!
