6 tips to stay safe in heavy rain

Written By ندى ماهر عبدربه on 2023/11/19

This article was written originally in Arabic and is translated using a 3rd party automated service. ArabiaWeather is not responsible for any grammatical errors whatsoever.

<p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr">Arabia Weather - In moments when heavy raindrops fall and storms intensify, preserving our safety and the safety of those around us becomes a matter of particular importance, and our article <strong>“6 Tips to Stay Safe in Heavy Rain”</strong> provides a comprehensive guide to avoiding potential problems and ensuring personal and property safety. In this article, we will review six practical and innovative tips that will help you cope with heavy rain efficiently, which enhances your ability to move around safely and comfortably.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Let&#39;s explore together these tips to ensure we stay safe and prepared for any emergency changes in weather conditions. </p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"><img alt="" src="/sites/default/files/uploads-2020/6%20%D9%86%D8%B5%D8%A7%D8%A6%D8%AD%20%D9%84%D9%84%D8%A8%D9%82%D8%A7%D8%A1%20%D8%A2%D9%85%D9%86%D9%8B%D8%A7%20%D9%81%D9%8A%20%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%A3%D9%85%D8%B7%D8%A7%D8%B1%20%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%BA%D8%B2%D9%8A%D8%B1%D8%A9.jpg" style="width: 800px; height: 551px;" /></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><h2 style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> 6 tips to stay safe in heavy rain</h2><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Heavy rains are the cause of many challenges and problems, from pooling water and overflowing rivers to evacuations and power outages. These weather conditions can result in vehicle congestion, road closures, and damaged infrastructure, disrupting traffic and causing chaos.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> With the ever-increasing risk of heavy rain, preparing for and responding to it becomes essential. In this context, here <strong>are six practical tips to stay safe during periods of heavy rain:</strong></p><ul style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <strong>Maintain personal safety during heavy rain</strong></li></ul><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Wear protective clothing to reduce the effects of extreme weather and seek indoor shelter to avoid exposure to the elements.</p><ul style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <strong>Avoid high-risk places</strong></li></ul><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Stay away from windows and doors during heavy rain and strong winds to avoid potential hazards and avoid places such as road tunnels, drainage ditches and low-lying areas where water may collect, where it can become submerged or flood unexpectedly.</p><ul style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <strong>Caution while driving</strong></li></ul><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Avoid driving during heavy rain due to poor visibility, and if necessary, stop the car and wait until the rain slows down to avoid problems.</p><ul style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <strong>Avoid flooded roads</strong></li></ul><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Do not attempt to drive through flooded roads, as the water may be deep and contain multiple hazards such as debris, sharp objects, and electrical hazards.</p><ul style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <strong>Avoid electrical areas</strong></li></ul><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Stay away from power lines and electrical wires to reduce the risk of electric shock.</p><ul style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <strong>Follow weather reports</strong></li></ul><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Stay informed of weather updates and flood warnings to take action to stay safe.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Also know:</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <a href="https://www.arabiaweather.com/ar/content/%D9%84%D9%85%D8%A7%D8%B0%D8%A7-... can&#39;t our cities handle heavy rains?</a></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <a href="https://www.arabiaweather.com/ar/content/%D8%A3%D9%87%D9%85-3-%D8%A3%D8%... 3 causes of overflowing gutters and how to fix them</a></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><hr /><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Sources:</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <a href="https://www.calgary.ca/emergencies/heavy-rainfall.html#:~:text=Wear%20pr... style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p>

This article was written originally in Arabic and is translated using a 3rd party automated service. ArabiaWeather is not responsible for any grammatical errors whatsoever.


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