Rescue Service of RA Ministry of Internal Affairs presents the necessary rules of behaviour in case of flooding.
What to do during a flood?
- Stay in shelters until appropriate instructions from the governing bodies.
- Keep the disaster pack away from getting wet.
- If you are at home, in no case do not use household service systems to avoid secondary disasters.
- Do not try to cross the water flow. A rapid flow of water 15 cm deep is dangerous for a person, and 50 cm is impassable for ordinary vehicles.
- When crossing shallow places, wear sturdy waterproof shoes and use a walking stick.
- If you need help, beat an alarm signal (fire, shout, gunshot, flags, siren, etc.).
What to do after a flood?
- Do not use food that has appeared in water.
- Before using communication systems, check the degree of their damage.
- Entrust the repair of communication systems to specialists.
- It is dangerous to stay in a house that is unsafe or does not inspire confidence.
- Do not enter flooded areas unnecessarily.
May 26, 2024 at 13:05