It is not possible to stop a storm or hurricane coming to the area in which you live, but a person can take steps to protect him and his family from these natural disasters.
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) offers several tips for staying safe during storms and hurricanes, stressing that it is important to follow them before, during and after disasters.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends taking basic steps in advance if a storm or hurricane is approaching, including “developing a personal emergency plan to deal with a potential disaster.”
She stressed the importance of "following and following the instructions issued by the meteorological authorities, and not ignoring evacuation orders, if necessary."
She also said that "it is essential to stock up on basic food items in the home and car, as well as medical supplies, and understand the health and medical concerns of seniors."
The powerful "Daniel" storm struck several cities in eastern Libya, causing the destruction of two dams in Derna and floods that destroyed about a third of the city and caused the death of more than five thousand people, and according to other estimates, about 20 thousand.
Libyan officials, whether in the parliament-appointed government in the east, or the national unity government in the west, described what the country is facing as unprecedented. According to a New York Times report, there are geographical and climate-related factors that caused this disaster and the death of thousands very quickly.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention also recommends "printing important documents (such as emergency phone numbers) before a hurricane strikes."
Power outages during and after a hurricane can prevent access to online information when people need it most.
The US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) advises that you have "enough non-perishable food, water and medicine to last everyone in your family for at least 3 days."
As misinformation spreads online, meteorologist and US Weather Service spokesman John Moore urged people to "make sure they rely on reliable sources of information, such as local media and the National Weather Service's social media pages," he said. The American CBS network.
When a storm or hurricane strikes
During storms or hurricanes, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends “staying away from floodwaters and following warnings about flooded roads.”
She also stressed "the necessity of not driving a car in flooded areas, as cars or other vehicles are not protected from water, but could drift or stop in moving water."
US authorities ask people to wear a "life jacket" if it is necessary to drive a car in or near floodwaters.
Floods caused by heavy rains are the second leading cause of deaths from tropical cyclones that make landfall, according to the US Weather Service.
Authorities also recommend washing hands with clean water and soap if a person comes into contact with floodwater. Alcohol-containing disinfectant wipes can also be used if water or soap is not available.
Floodwaters can contain many germs that may harm health, including dangerous chemicals, human waste, livestock, wild or stray animals, fallen power lines, and other contaminants that can cause disease.
After the disaster
After the end of the natural disaster, the American authorities recommend “following safety precautions before returning to the house that was flooded with water.”
She stressed "the necessity of not entering the damaged building until the local authorities determine that it is safe, as hurricanes can damage buildings and make them unsafe."
Scenes continue that illustrate the scale of the disaster that befell the city of Derna in eastern Libya due to Hurricane Daniel, between efforts to collect bodies and search under the rubble and in the sea for missing persons, hospitals crowded with the injured, and power outages.
She also noted "the importance of taking care of any wounds or injuries to prevent infection," especially since the risk of injuries during and after hurricanes and other natural disasters remains high.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends “not using wet electrical appliances, and turning off the power to the home if the wet appliance is still connected to electricity.”
In the event of a power outage, electric lamps should be used instead of candles.
The recommendations also mention the importance of disposing of foods that may have been in contact with flood or storm water. Unsafe foods can cause diseases, even if they look, smell and taste normal.