Question

What action should the public take when a cyclone occurs?

Answer 1

Public should take following actions when a cyclone occurs:

1. Cyclone warnings issued by the governmental and non-governmental agencies should never be ignored.

2. People should be prepared to shift their household items, domestic animals and vehicles to safer places.

3. People should have helpline numbers of police, fire brigade and medical resources ready to use during emergency.

4. Ensure that children are away from all the electrical appliances and do not touch wet switches and broken power lines in the cyclone-affected areas.

5. Cooperation with the rescue operation team is very important during emergency for safer evacuation.