Things you must do during the rainy season

(Baonghean,vn) - We cannot prevent storms, but if we prepare well with preventive measures, we can reduce the damage caused by storms.

Watch TV, radio, internet

If you are in an area that is prone to flooding or inundation, keep yourself updated on the news on media such as television, radio or the internet to get the latest information from the Hydrometeorological Station.

Information about affected areas, which roads are accessible, where to evacuate if necessary and notices from the local Flood Control Committee are also important.

At the same time, there should be a list of necessary phone numbers to contact in case of emergency (rescue, police, medical emergency...).

Check and reinforce the house and around the house

Check and reinforce your home before the storm. Illustration photo.

Inspect the entire house and repair any signs of deterioration. Some areas in the house may have leaks, such as doors, windows, ceilings, and attics. If damage or holes appear, find a way to fix them quickly.

Reinforce your home to increase its stability in case of storms and tropical depressions. Before a storm hits, check your drainage system to clear any blockages if necessary.

All trees and large branches near the house must be cut or pruned to avoid breaking in strong winds.

Install a lightning rod if you are in an area where lightning strikes frequently.

To prevent risks caused by lightning, especially in areas where lightning strikes frequently occur, a lightning rod system should be installed to protect equipment and people.

Lightning rods should be installed in a high position. However, they should not be installed too high because they can tilt during storms, causing them to lose their effectiveness and reduce the bearing capacity of the rod. Depending on the conditions and characteristics of each project and house, there should be reasonable calculations, designs and installations to ensure optimal safety for the project and its users.

Check the electrical system again

Check electrical system before storm. Illustration photo.

When the rainy season comes, the risk of electrical accidents is very high. The electrical system in the rainy season is often affected by broken wires, short circuits, and equipment explosions, causing insecurity and danger to people.

To prevent electrical accidents, make sure to check the appliances in your home to ensure they are working properly. Electrical outlets should be placed high up, not low down where they can be flooded by rainwater. Electrical appliances such as washing machines and water heaters should be grounded. You should buy a smart voltage stabilizer system to protect electrical appliances and ensure user safety.

Prepare all necessary items

During storms, power outages may occur, you should also prepare flashlights or rechargeable lamps, candles for daily lighting.

Raincoat, wading boots.

You should carefully wrap the prepared items in plastic bags to prevent water seepage or mold.

Food and medicine reserves

It is necessary to prepare dry foods that can be used for a long time during the rainy season. Illustration: Internet

You should stock up on enough food for a few days. Especially prepare dry foods, ready-to-eat foods, and foods with a long shelf life such as instant noodles, dry food, cakes, etc. Prepare plenty of clean, bottled water that can be used for at least three days.

Prepare all kinds of medicine such as diarrhea medicine, cold medicine, foot and hand fungus medicine, eye drops, essential oils, cotton, bandages, antiseptics./.

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