Filenews 23 November 2024
Recommendations due to the imminent severe weather phenomena for extreme rainfall, according to the forecast of the Meteorological Service, are made by the Fire Service in an announcement.
Warns Local Authorities, Municipalities and Communities, as well as all State Services involved to proactively clean rainwater wells, sewers and rivers from debris, dirt or dense vegetation and generally to take the necessary measures for control and similar actions in their area of responsibility.
It advises citizens that the manholes outside their home are not clogged, that the gutters of houses are functioning normally, and if they have water pumps in basements or semi-basements, to make sure that they are working properly and are capable of removing enough rainwater.
It urges, among other things, to close any openings that may be located in the fencing of their spaces, while makeshift shelters with tin plates and sheds to be well fastened, to secure well LPG cylinders and oil tanks for domestic or other use, water tanks and solar water heaters to be well fixed, to remove makeshift structures and materials from the roofs while scaffolding in buildings to be securely fastened. Also, securely secure and secure advertising boards;
When extreme weather events are observed, the public is advised to limit unnecessary movement and to follow the instructions and advice of the competent authorities.
