Rains have lashed different parts of India, with the northern states particularly affected by the downpour. Here's how you can stay prepared before floods in your city:
Prior to floods, one of the first things to do would be to come up with a plan for how your family will speak, meet and evacuate when there are floods.
Keeping an emergency kit with essentials like shelf-stable food, water, headlamp and phone charger could prove useful.
Floods can cause power outages and hence it is advisable to check whether smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are fully functional.
While it can be tempting to drive outside to get essentials, there is a possibility of getting stuck in the rain. Hence it is advisable to not drive when there is a flood warning.
Disconnect appliances that are unnecessary and avoid touching appliances with wet hands.
Stay updated with the latest news about the weather to remain one step ahead.