Planning to attend a large crowded event? 8 things to consider before going

By Priyanka Deshpande CNBC-TV18.com Published July 3, 2024

[{"selector":"#anim-22fa0ae9-8387-4326-91ec-ef0f9407ee34 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(27.659574366247092%, 0, 0) translate(25%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"fill":"forwards"}] Human stampedes can occur due to various reasons, including overcapacity, poor crowd control, poorly planned event spaces with no clear exits, and narrow spaces. If you are planning to attend a large crowded event, here's what you should keep in mind:

[{"selector":"#anim-fb75d02c-3b80-4cc4-bd50-39cb76c85dc4 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-30.65159563289595%, 0, 0) translate(-25%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"fill":"forwards"}] Pay attention to your surroundings and leave highly congested areas as soon as you start to feel uncomfortable and have enough room to move. #1

[{"selector":"#anim-a592d6e4-a3d6-4bca-9673-2bda244d76ea [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(-7.605344265732917%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] Arrange a place to meet your family or travel companions in case you are separated. #2

[{"selector":"#anim-8e604b25-cbd0-4c31-8125-fd273255e1ef [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-7.812499744007886%, 0, 0) translate(-25%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"fill":"forwards"}] Take a water bottle and drink plenty of fluids. #3

[{"selector":"#anim-d54e4766-49bd-4fed-8fca-8db3b001ddde [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(0.006115156521636159%, 0, 0) translate(25%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"fill":"forwards"}] Locate emergency exits upon arrival. #4

[{"selector":"#anim-a9813ed9-3abb-4cf6-bc0f-8ee7645c1bf9 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(-19.14893617626975%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] Wear comfortable shoes and avoid wearing long, flowy clothes or jewellery that can get caught or tangled. #5

[{"selector":"#anim-566a74ed-ae80-43d7-ba84-83fb78ef5180 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-7.5977599285140265%, 0, 0) translate(-25%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"fill":"forwards"}] Be aware of choke points in a venue and avoid them. #6

[{"selector":"#anim-5492af4a-99ec-407b-9f0e-3c6e6f3340cd [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(-11.22340425886921%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] Check weather forecast as sudden rain or storm could cause the crowd to panic when seeking shelter. #7

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