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Before a Typhoon:
Before a Typhoon:
Prepare your family and house ahead of a typhoon by filling up on necessities, tying up loose items, strengthening windows and doors, and cleaning out gutters and drains. Learn the evacuation routes by heart and make sure you have a plan in place. Keep an eye on local authorities and weather forecasts to stay informed.
Stay Informed!
Stay Informed!
Keep an eye on weather forecasts provided by reputable organizations like local news sources and the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA).
Pay attention to any updates or advisories that the authorities provide regarding the track, intensity, and possible effects of the typhoon on your area.
Secure Outdoor Objets!
Secure Outdoor Objets!
Items like furniture, potted plants, decorations, and loose debris that could become projectiles in strong winds should be brought inside or securely fastened.
To keep larger items like garbage cans, awnings, and outdoor umbrellas from being blown over, secure them with anchors or tie them down.
Prepare Your Home!
Prepare Your Home!
Look for any areas of your house, like loose roof tiles, broken windows, or clogged drains, that might be susceptible to wind or water damage.
Use plywood or storm shutters to reinforce doors and windows to protect against flying debris and strong winds.
To lessen the chance of tree branches and shrubs falling onto your property during a storm, trim them close to your home.
During a Typhoon:
During a Typhoon:
Prioritize your safety during a typhoon by staying inside, avoiding glass doors and windows, keeping an eye out for updates from local authorities, being ready for power outages, and keeping necessary supplies close at hand. If flooding happens, get to higher ground and stay off the flooded areas when driving or walking. Keep your cool and reassure your family—especially the younger ones—about the circumstances.
Stay indoors and away from windows and glass doors!
Stay indoors and away from windows and glass doors!
Strong winds that can toss debris and break windows are a feature of typhoons. These risks can be avoided by staying inside a strong structure.
Stay clear of windows and glass doors to further minimize the chance of glass breakage and flying object injuries.
To reduce exposure to wind and debris, seek cover in an interior room, preferably on the lowest floor of the building.
If flooding occurs, move to higher ground.
If flooding occurs, move to higher ground.
Flooding can result from typhoon-related heavy rainfall, particularly in low-lying areas and close to rivers or streams. Relocating to higher ground lowers your chance of becoming trapped or carried away by floodwaters and helps to ensure your safety.
Find high places where you can take cover until the flooding stops, such as hills, rooftops, or upper floors of buildings.
Stay calm and reassure family members.
Stay calm and reassure family members.
It's normal to feel scared or anxious during a typhoon, particularly if the weather is bad. Nonetheless, calming down and reassuring family members can help alleviate anxieties and foster a feeling of security and safety.
Throughout the storm, promote open communication, adhere to your emergency plan, and show mutual support to one another. Recall that maintaining composure under pressure facilitates better decision-making and lowers stress.
After a Typhoon:
After a Typhoon:
Check your home's and property's damage following a typhoon, being cautious to avoid areas that have flooded, fallen power lines, or unstable structures.
Secure temporary shelter if necessary!
Secure temporary shelter if necessary!
Seek temporary shelter with friends, family, or at designated evacuation centers established by local authorities if your home sustains significant damage that makes it uninhabitable.
Until permanent housing or repairs can be arranged, be ready to move to a secure environment. During this time of transition, put your family's safety and comfort first.
Avoid downed power lines, flooded areas and elevator usage!
Avoid downed power lines, flooded areas and elevator usage!
Avoid electrocution by staying away from downed power lines after a typhoon, especially if they are submerged in floodwaters.
Furthermore, stay away from elevators during emergencies or power outages as they might become dangerous or unusable.
Prioritize safety by avoiding flooded streets and low-lying areas. Floodwaters can also erode road surfaces and raise the risk of waterborne illnesses.
Assist your family, friends, or neighbors if they need help!
Assist your family, friends, or neighbors if they need help!
Helping them in need during a crisis is essential for building community ties and promoting solidarity. It's crucial to check on those who are susceptible, such as the elderly or those with mobility issues, and to administer basic first aid if required.
Evaluate their state and offer prompt care, such as bandaging cuts and supporting fractures. Seek assistance from emergency services or medical professionals if advanced medical care is required.
Give your health and safety top priority, and work with your neighbors or other community members to coordinate a coordinated response.
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