Flood Advisory (21-03-2023)

Flood Advisory


In line with the weather forecast of the National Centre for Hydrology and Meteorology, the Department of Local Governance and Disaster Management (DLGDM) would like to remind the general public to remain vigilant and to stay away from low lying flood areas , river banks and streams to ensure your safety and that of your family.

Further, the DLGDM would like to urge all to take the following safety measures .

1.      Be aware of the history of flooding and landslides in your area and take precautionary measures.
2.      Do not go near the rivers/ river banks, flash floods can occur suddenly and without any warning. Schools and parents should regularly and strongly advice children not to go near rivers and streams
3.      Avoid all unnecessary travel and in case you have to, exercise extreme caution as the rainfall can trigger landslides and falling boulders
4.        Be on the alert and listen to radio/ television/ online news for emergency related information.
5.       Cooperate with local authorities to ensure efficient and effective rescue and relief operations.
 

Department of Local Governance and Disaster Management 


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