Dos and don’ts
- Ignore rumours, stay calm and don’t panic.
- Keep your mobile phone charged to ensure connectivity.
- Keep your valuables and documents in water-proof containers.
- Prepare an emergency kit with essential items for safety and survival.
- Ensure you have an ample supply of food, water, first aid kit and medicines.
Fishermen are advised to keep their boats/rafts tied up in a safe place and under no condition should venture out into the sea.
WHEN A CYCLONE WARNING IS ISSUED
Depending on official advice provided by your local authorities as the event evolves; the following actions may be taken:
- If requested by local authorities, collect children from school or childcare centre and go home.
- Park vehicles under solid shelter (hand brake on and in gear).
- Put wooden or plastic outdoor furniture in your pool or inside with other loose items.
- Close shutters or board-up or heavily tape all windows. Draw curtains and lock doors.
- Pack an evacuation kit of warm clothes, essential medications, baby formula, nappies,
valuables, important papers, photos and mementos in waterproof bags to be taken with
your emergency kit. Large/heavy valuables could be protected in a strong cupboard.
Remain indoors (with your pets). Stay tuned to your local radio/TV for further information.
