Instructions in the event of a cyclone

Instructions in the event of a cyclone:

 

œRemain vigilant and keep informed of the evolution of the phenomenon;

œCheck the food and material reserves (candles, radio, batteries, medicines, etc.);

œAvoid undertaking long hikes in the mountains or near rivers;

œDo not go to sea for a long period without any particular obligation.

œListen to weather reports and instructions issued;

œPrepare and consolidate homes;

œProtect watercraft;

œProtect stocks of goods and perishable foods and secure construction sites for businesses (dismantling of cranes, scaffolding, etc.). .);

œDismantle the television antennas and remove all installations around the house that could be swept away.

œStay tuned to the weather information and apply instructions from the authorities;

œReturn to your home or a safe shelter

œAvoid all travel;

œRemove or secure any object that could become transform into a projectile;

œProtect your home, close all openings and exits;

œBring in animals;

œStay indoors listen to the weather conditions and follow the instructions of the authorities;

œStay sheltered and do not go out under any circumstances;

œTake shelter if possible in the room most safe in your home;

œOnly use the telephone if absolutely necessary;

œProhibition of traveling on foot or by car
< br />œDo not use an open flame.

œKeep informed of the weather situation and the consequences of the phenomenon passing through the island;

œRemain careful when leaving the place where you were;

œTry to establish an assessment of the damage around your home while remaining very careful;

œDo not interfere rescue teams, and avoid unnecessary travel;

œDo not clutter the telephone network except in EMERGENCY;

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