Safety Guidelines
Knowing what to do before, during and after an emergency can help protect you, your family and your community.
Heavy Rain & Flood Safety
Avoid walking or driving through flooded roads. Stay away from overflowing streams and low-lying areas. Follow official warnings and move to safer locations when instructed.
Thunderstorm Safety
Stay indoors during lightning and thunderstorms. Avoid open fields, tall trees, electric poles and metal objects. Disconnect unnecessary electrical appliances.
Fire Safety
Stay calm, alert emergency services immediately and use the nearest safe exit. Never use lifts during a building fire. Keep children away from dangerous areas.
Heatwave Safety
Drink sufficient water, avoid direct sunlight during peak hours and wear light clothing. Take extra care of children, elderly people and outdoor workers.
Road Accident Safety
Move to a safe location if possible. Call emergency services, do not crowd the accident area and provide assistance only when it is safe to do so.
Dam & Water Safety
Stay away from dangerous water bodies during heavy rainfall and flooding. Follow warnings issued by district authorities and avoid restricted areas.
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Disaster Management
Preparedness, timely information and coordinated action help reduce the impact of disasters and protect communities.
Be Prepared Before Disaster Strikes
Disaster management involves preparation, emergency response, rescue operations and recovery. Citizens should remain alert, follow official instructions and cooperate with emergency response teams.
- ✓ Follow official disaster warnings and alerts.
- ✓ Keep emergency contact numbers accessible.
- ✓ Identify safe shelters and evacuation routes.
- ✓ Prepare an emergency kit for your family.
- ✓ Assist vulnerable people when it is safe to do so.
- ✓ Avoid spreading unverified information or rumours.
Floods
Heavy rainfall and overflowing water bodies can create dangerous conditions in vulnerable areas.
Thunderstorms
Lightning and strong winds require immediate precautions and safe shelter.
Fire Incidents
Quick reporting and safe evacuation are important during fire emergencies.
Heatwaves
Extreme temperatures can affect health and require preventive measures.
Prepare Your Emergency Kit
Keep essential supplies ready so your family can respond quickly during an emergency.
Drinking Water
Keep clean drinking water available.
Food Supplies
Store essential non-perishable food.
Flashlight
Keep a flashlight and batteries ready.
First Aid Kit
Keep basic first aid supplies accessible.
Charged Phone
Keep your mobile phone charged.
Important Documents
Store important documents safely.
Emergency Updates
Follow official announcements and alerts.
Family Plan
Discuss emergency plans with your family.
What To Do During An Emergency?
Stay Calm
Avoid panic and carefully understand the situation.
Call for Help
Contact emergency services and provide accurate information.
Move to Safety
Follow evacuation instructions and move to a safe location.
Follow Official Alerts
Trust verified information from authorised government sources.
