During the flood - Io non rischio

During the flood

If you are indoors

• Do not go down in the cellars, basements or garage to secure the goods: you will risk your life
• Absolutely do not go outside to secure the car
• If you are in a basement or ground floor, go up to the upper floors. Avoid the elevator: it may get stuck.
• Help the elderly and people with disabilities who are in the building
• Turn off the gas and the electrical system. Do not touch wirings and equipment with wet hands or feet.Do not drink tap water: it may be contaminated
• Limit mobile phone use: holding free lines facilitates relief efforts
• Stay informed on how the situation evolves and follow directions provided by the authorities

If you are outdoors

• Move away from the flooded area: due to the speed at which water flows, even a few inches could make you fall
• Reach quickly the nearest high area avoiding heading to slopes or artificial embankments that could collapse
• Be careful where you walk: there may be chasms, potholes, open manholes etc.
• Avoid using the car. Even a few inches of water may cause you to lose control of the vehicle or cause the car turning off: you will run the risk of being trapped
• Avoid underpasses, embankments, bridges: stopping or transiting in these places can be very dangerous
• Limit mobile phone use: holding free lines facilitates relief efforts
• Stay informed on how the situation evolves and follow the directions provided by the authorities. After the flood