Listen to local radio, TV, or online sources for flood warnings and evacuation orders. Pay close attention to official alerts from authorities. Move to Higher Ground: If a flood is imminent or occurring, immediately move to higher ground. If you have time, move valuable items to upper floors. Turn off gas and electricity at the main switches. If possible, raise furniture and appliances. Prepare an Emergency Kit: Include food, water, medications, a first-aid kit, and a flashlight. Keep important documents in a waterproof container. Be Aware of Flash Flood Areas. Drink safe water and eat safe food.
Don't Walk or Drive Through Floodwaters, water can be electrically charged. Don't Ignore Evacuation Orders, evacuation orders are issued for your safety. Don't drink or use water that has been flood water until it has been declared safe. Don't spread rumors. Don't allow children to play in or near flood waters.
Continuously monitor official weather forecasts and warnings from reliable sources like meteorological departments. Listen to radio and television broadcasts for updates. Prepare an Emergency Kit: Include essential supplies like food, water, a first-aid kit, a flashlight, batteries, and a battery-powered radio. Keep important documents in a waterproof container. Reinforce doors and windows. Move valuable items to higher ground. Trim trees and branches that could cause damage. Secure loose outdoor items that could become dangerous projectiles. Evacuate When Advised: If evacuation orders are issued, follow them immediately. Move to designated shelters or higher ground. During the Cyclone: Remain in a safe, interior room away from windows. If possible, take shelter in a basement or reinforced structure. After the Cyclone: Be cautious of downed power lines and debris. Only return home after authorities declare it safe. Drink safe water and eat safe foods.
Don't Ignore Warnings. Don't Go Outside During the Cyclone. Don't Touch Downed Power Lines, they can be extremely dangerous. Don't Wade Through Floodwaters. . Don't Spread Rumors. Don't use electrical devices that have been submerged in water.
• If indoors: Immediately drop to your hands and knees. Take cover under a sturdy table or desk. Hold on to your shelter until the shaking stops. • If no shelter is available: Protect your head and neck with your arms. Crouch in an inside corner of the building. If outdoors: Move to an open area away from buildings, trees, and power lines. Stay low to the ground. • If in a vehicle: Pull over to a safe location and stop. Stay inside the vehicle until the shaking stops. • After the shaking stops: Be prepared for aftershocks. Check yourself and others for injuries. Listen to official news and emergency broadcasts. If trapped, try to signal for help. Tapping on pipes or walls is better than shouting.
Don't run outside during the shaking. Don't stand in doorways, Modern doorways are not necessarily strong and may not protect you from falling objects. Don't use elevators, Elevators can become trapped or malfunction during an earthquake. Don't panic, staying calm can help you make rational decisions. Don't light matches or candle. Don't re-enter damaged buildings, until they have been declared safe by professionals. Don't spread rumors. Only trust information from offical sources.
Recognize Natural Warning Signs. Move to Higher Ground Immediately. Listen to radio, television, and official sources for updates. Pay attention to tsunami warnings and evacuation orders Be Aware of Multiple Waves, Tsunamis often consist of multiple waves, with the first wave not necessarily being the largest. Stay in safe areas until authorities declare it safe to return.
Don't Go to the Shore to Watch. Don't Ignore Natural Warnings, If you see or feel any warning signs, take them seriously. Don't Delay Evacuation. Don't Return to the Coast Too Soon, Wait for official clearance. Don't Assume Small Waves Are Safe, Tsunamis can produce many waves, and later waves can be much larger.
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