IV.

Precautionary Measure
During Typhoons
Objectives
At the end of the lesson, the learners should
be able to:
1. Cite some precautionary measures during
typhoons.
2. Explain the importance of disaster
preparedness.
Once a warning is issued by PAGASA
of an approaching typhoon that will
hit the Philippines you have to make
sure that you and your family are
ready. Here are some guidelines to
follow before, during and after the
typhoon
BEFORE the Typhoon
Prepare a storm survival kit which should include drinking water, food
that will last for at least three days, a first-aid, change of clothes, flashlight
and batteries and garbage bags.
Windows of your houses have to be checked to make sure they can
withstand the strong rains and winds to provide additional safety for you and
your family during the storm.
Check major electrical appliances items so that they do not become
damaged by the wind or rain.
Purchase a battery powered radio, candles, or rechargeable lights. Listen
to the radio to keep up-to-date with weather conditions, evacuation routes
and dangerous areas that surface because of the typhoon.
DURING the Typhoon
Stay calm during the typhoon and listen to updated weather reports.
If you are caught outside your house and the water level is rising fast,
look for a higher place for shelter until the flood had subsided. Ensure
that the area where you are seeking shelter is away from windows and
doors and is on a higher-level structure.
Do not attempt to walk in flooded streets as this might be dangerous
for you.
Be aware of the typhoon’s eye. Stay inside until emergency personnel
or radio reports inform you that it is safe to venture out. Going outside
during a typhoon is extremely dangerous as you can be hit by debris that
is moving as fast as 155 mph.
AFTER the Typhoon
Be careful when going outside and observe where there is flooding in your
area. If there is flooding keep away from the flooded area since there might be
power lines or sharp objects floating around.
Wait until the floods have subsided. Stay away from all electrical lines and
large bodies of water.
Check to see of your next-door neighbor needs assistance. Often times, after a
typhoon, neighbors pull their resources together to ensure everyone gets help.
Survey your property and look for any areas that were damaged by the
storm.
Call your friends and loved ones to let them know you are safe. Keep in touch
with your friends and relatives to find out if anyone needs help. Continue to
keep track of the weather reports. Start to clean up your surroundings of there
is no flood.