Storm
A storm is a wind with a speed up to 88 km/h, what is capable of breaking trees, roofs and damaging buildings. A heavy storm – a wind blowing up to 102 km/h can uproot trees and break the energy poles. Wind over 103 km/h is a real life-threatening phenomenon.
Before
- Remove from windowsills, balconies, etc. all objects that could be hijacked by the wind and constitute a hazard
- Close the windows and doors if necessary. Additionally, secure them
- Prepare substitute lighting – flashlights with spare batteries
- Ensure the safety of animals that are staying outside
- Find a safe place for your vehicle – don’t park nearby the trees, ads, signs and energy traction poles
During
- Don’t go outside if it’s not necessary
- If you’re outside, look for a safe place to stay, don’t hide under the trees
- Turn off gas and electricity to reduce the risk of fire
- Don’t use the elevator as there’s a risk of entrapment in case of a power failure
- Be particularly careful when driving a car as the trees may break, and there’s a possibility that the car might be blown out while leaving a sheltered road into the open space
After
- Inform the authorities (fire brigade, police, energy, gas or other relevant services) about incidents
- Help the injured – provide a first aid
- Watch out for lying or hanging electric wires. Under no circumstances touch them and don’t try to remove them by yourself
- Take pictures of your property’s damage (building and equipment) as they may be evidence in the compensation procedure
- Call the technical services. Initially, turn off the gas and electricity in case of seeing sparks, burnt cables or feeling the smell of burning installation