Mindanao – General Flood Advisory (Extreme) for Region 13

•  Before

  • Turn on your TV/radio.
  • Listen for the latest weather updates and emergency instructions from PAGASA.
  • If there’s a chance of flash flooding, move immediately to higher ground.
  •  Flash floods are a leading cause of weather-related injuries.
  • Collect drinking water in containers. You may not have access to clean water during a flood.
  • Move important household items to the highest possible location.
  • This will help protect them from flood damage.
  • Prepare or restock your emergency supply kit.
  • Include a charged cell phone, transistor radio, flashlight, batteries, matches, candles, fuel, food, and first aid supplies.
  • Know where to go.
  • You may need to reach higher ground quickly and on foot.

•  During

  • Stay away from streams, riverbanks, and coastal areas during heavy rainfall.
  • These areas can flood quickly and with little warning.
  • If floodwaters rise around your car but the water is not moving, abandon the car and move to higher ground.
  • Water that’s above your knee can stall your engine and make the car float away.
  • Drink only clean water you’ve previously stored or boiled.
  • Floodwater can contaminate your water supply and make you sick.

•  After

  • Check all food and drinking water for flood water contamination before consuming it.
  • Accidentally drinking floodwater can make you sick.
  • Use only battery-powered flashlights in damaged buildings.
  • Open flames from candles, matches, and torches can cause fires and explosions.
  • Avoid touching electrical equipment if you’re wet or standing in water.
  • You could be electrocuted.
  • Stay away from disaster areas.
  • You could get in the way of rescue and emergency operations.
  • Avoid unnecessary travel.
  • Roads and bridges may be damaged and unsafe.

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