The risk of flooding remains a serious threat in the Pyrénées-Orientales, despite the drought. The Department and the Departmental Fire and Rescue Service have launched a prevention campaign for residents.
The risk of flooding remains very real in the Pyrénées-Orientales, despite the episodes of drought experienced by the department. In order to respond to this issue, the department of Pyrénées-Orientales, in collaboration with the Departmental Fire and Rescue Service (SDIS) of Pyrénées-Orientales, is launching an active prevention campaign.
The first prevention days took place on November 16 and 30, from 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m., in the Auchan Porte d’Espagne and Carrefour Château Roussillon shopping centers. During these days, demonstrations were offered, allowing visitors to discover how to put together an emergency kit and learn first aid procedures. The objective is to provide concrete tools and encourage good reflexes to adopt when faced with flood risks.
These prevention actions are part of a global approach of preparation and solidarity, in order to reduce the consequences of flooding and ensure the safety of all residents of the department.
Successful awareness raising
These interventions in shopping centers arouse the interest of residents of the Pyrénées-Orientales. “Many know that the risk is increased with drought, they appreciate that we make them think about what reaction to have in the event of flooding, it is well received by citizens and then it is short,” explains to Pyrenees FM Hermeline Malherbe, President of the Department and President of the Departmental Fire and Rescue Service.
One of the most useful pieces of information is preparing an emergency kit. It must contain: six liters of water per person, non-perishable food, a flashlight with batteries, a lighter, a Swiss army knife, a radio, a first aid kit, medicine, warm clothing, copies of important documents, cash, a bunch of keys and a cell phone charger.
“Many people don’t know how to make this kit, I don’t have it myself at home,” explains Hermeline Malherbe. The interventions, which have just been put on hold with the end-of-year holidays, will resume in January.
Florian Cibot
