Wind strengthening in Astana: The Ministry of Emergency Situations urged citizens to comply with security measures

Wind strengthening in Astana: The Ministry of Emergency Situations urged citizens to comply with security measures

16.11.2024 18:33:55 1583

The Emergency Department of Astana asks residents and guests of the capital to observe safety measures to avoid accidents due to adverse weather conditions, the official website of the Mayor's Office of the city reports.
According to Kazhydromet RSE, strong winds are expected in Astana on November 6-7. Forecasters predict a southwesterly wind with gusts of 23-28 m/s, sometimes up to 30 m/s.
In this regard, the Emergency Department of Astana recommends that citizens follow safety measures to avoid injury in strong winds:
- do not rush out of buildings (stay indoors if possible);
- take children under special control, it is important not to leave them unattended;
- if you are outside during a strong wind, take shelter in the nearest entrance or store;
- do not hide from the strong wind near the walls of houses, as the roof materials may fall;
- you can not hide in open public transport stops, under billboards, trees, in unfinished buildings;
- it is very dangerous to stand under a power line in strong winds and approach broken electrical wires;
- It is recommended to park your personal car at a safe distance from the trees.
During emergency situations, it is necessary to call 101 and 112.

Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/878300