Many regions of Russia are prone to flooding. Even residents of large cities can find themselves in the flood zone. This danger can also catch tourists on vacation in other countries. Therefore, it will not be at all superfluous to know how to help yourself and others in the event of such a natural disaster.
The following signs may warn of an impending flood: prolonged heavy rains, incoming water in rivers and flowing lakes, anxiety and anxiety in the behavior of pets.
As soon as you notice an approaching flood, immediately notify your relatives, friends and neighbors about it. Gather yourself quickly and help gather women, children, the elderly and the sick. Take with you only the most necessary minimum: money, valuables, documents, a supply of food for 1-2 days, a survival kit. Try to leave the intended flood area as soon as possible. Not only your life depends on the speed of your actions, but also the life of those who are next to you.
When deciding on a driving route, only walk on roads that pass through elevated areas. If you need somewhere to hide, choose mountains, hills, plateaus for this. The city has the upper floors and roofs of high-rise buildings. If a flood caught you far from settlements, you will need warm clothes, knives, weapons, flashlights, first-aid kits to survive. Make sure you have a charged mobile phone. If possible, get out of the disaster area by car or boat.
If for some reason you cannot leave the flooded area, collect the necessary things and pack them in waterproof bags. Climb to the roof of a private house or to the upper floors of a high-rise building. Do not forget to make sure that the structure is reliable - when flooding, precarious and weak buildings collapse. Immediately after that, take care of preparing the raft from scrap materials - wooden furniture, boards, empty bottles. Be sure to secure the raft so that it will not be carried away. Collect a supply of plastic bottles, canisters, balls - they will help you not to drown if you find yourself in the water.
Try to turn off the gas and electricity, or even better, de-energize the entire house. This will protect you from electric shock. Inform the rescuers or the Ministry of Emergency Situations about yourself. This will speed up your salvation. Do not forget about those who, by the will of fate, were next to you. Help the sick, the elderly, women and children.
Take from the products that does not take up much space, does not require cooking and may not spoil for a long time. These are canned food, chocolate, sweets, sausage and cheese, bacon, dried fruits. Take the right medicines for the sick, and baby food for the children.
Try not to get wet. Do not go into the water unless absolutely necessary. Hypothermia from prolonged exposure to water is the main danger to life and health. Even in warm weather, you are at risk.
