Orange alert activated in CDMX due to heavy rains

by times news cr

2024-04-27 02:45:40

On the afternoon of this April 22, the Secretariat of Comprehensive Risk Management and Civil Protection of Mexico City (CDMX) has issued a Orange Alert due to the forecast of heavy rains and possible hail in the following hours.

According to the statement, it is estimated that the Precipitation ranges between 30 and 49 millimeters and that hail could fall in the following hours, which could generate risk situations for the population traveling through the streets of the country’s capital.

Given this scenario, The population is recommended to take preventive measures to guarantee their safety. It is essential to carry an umbrella or raincoat and avoid throwing grease or garbage down the drain, which could contribute to blockages and major problems in the sewage system.

It should be remembered that yesterday afternoon, Sunday, April 21, CDMX reported flooding in the Tlalpan mayor’s office, and electrical activity in the Álvaro Obregón, Azcapotzalco, Benito Juárez, Coyoacán, Cuauhtémoc, Gustavo A. Madero, Magdalena Contreras, and Venustiano Carranza municipalities. and Tlalpan.

Precautionary measures

Likewise, the The capital’s secretariat invited the population to sweep the drains near their homesand keep them free of garbage or objects that could obstruct them, in order to facilitate proper drainage of water and prevent flooding in streets and homes.

For those who must travel, it is suggested to avoid traveling on roads with puddles or floods and drive with caution, given that the roads could present obstacles such as fallen trees or objects dragged by the current.

Furthermore, it is important stay away from places close to walls, trees, power lines and spectacular that present a risk of falling, thus minimizing the possibility of accidents or injuries.

In the event of any emergency, the population is urged to contact emergency numbers such as 911, 5658 1111 from Locatel and 5683 2222 from the SGIRPC, to receive assistance or report risk situations.

Likewise, it is recommended to stay informed through the official social media accounts and the website of the Secretariat of Comprehensive Risk Management and Civil Protection.

2024-04-27 02:45:40

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