Catalonia has activated the INUNCAT plan this Sundayand the weather situation is leaving Violent weather in Osona and Moianès and significant rainfall in several parts of the region.
The 112 Emergency Service has issued a warning on social media about what that should not be done if we are surprised by one of these hail storms. If we are driving, the experts recommend that stop the vehicle as soon as possible and withdraw from traffic to eliminate possible accidents. Likewise, it is necessary toPlow away from streams or channels that can grow quickly to avoid being swept away by the water in the event of a sudden increase in the current.
Recommendations from 112
It is important stop driving on the road because hail turns asphalt into aa real “ice rink” which could lead to a traffic accident.
Another piece of advice offered by 112 is that if a hailstorm surprises us in the car, it is put on a garment (or something similar that can perform the same function) between the vehicle windows and the occupants so that, in the event of breakage, the glass fragments cannot harm them.
Finally, the recommendation of the Emergency service is Always stay inside the vehicle and do not leave the car until the hailstorm has completely stopped. In this way, even if the hail is of considerable size, the body of the car will serve as a parapet to prevent damage and impacts to people.
So, the summary of what not to do during a hailstorm is, according to 112:
- NO we must keep moving
- NO You must abandon the vehicle until the storm ends.
- NO You must not forget to protect the glass to prevent possible breakage
