New Brochure Offers Crucial Crisis Advice, Emphasizes Preparedness
The Federal Office for Civil Protection and Disaster Assistance has released a new brochure offering crucial advice on crisis situations and safety measures. The guide emphasizes preparedness and immediate actions in various emergency scenarios.
In case of toxic gas leaks, the brochure advises moving to higher floors and switching off ventilations promptly. For overall preparedness, it recommends packing an emergency backpack containing warm clothing, vital documents, a charged power bank, first aid supplies, and cash.
To keep children calm and informed during emergencies, the guide suggests teaching them safety procedures and providing reassurance. A battery-operated radio is recommended for staying updated during power and internet outages.
In potential bomb threats, the two-wall rule is highlighted for better protection from splinters if stuck in an apartment. The brochure also emphasizes stocking up on durable, pre-cooked food and drinking water for at least ten days, with sixty liters recommended for a three-person household.
In case of military threats, the guide advises seeking refuge in underground spaces like subway stations, cellars, or underground garages. Maintaining a small emergency medicine cabinet with bandages, gauze, painkillers, and personal medications is also stressed.
The emergency callback for evacuations is primarily managed by responsible authorities, including municipal regulatory bodies, police, and fire departments. They are legally responsible for initiating and communicating necessary emergency information.
The new brochure from the Federal Office for Civil Protection and Disaster Assistance serves as a comprehensive guide for crisis preparedness and safety measures. It covers immediate actions in toxic gas leaks, emergency backpack essentials, child safety, communication during outages, bomb threat protection, food and water stockpiling, underground refuge, and emergency medical supplies. The guide also clarifies the role of authorities in managing evacuations.
