The Main Directorate of the Russian Emergencies Ministry for the Irkutsk Region warns of strong wind and reminds about safety measures on the road and at home. Rescuers advise avoiding long trips if possible, driving carefully, securing light structures, and removing items from balconies that gusts could blow away. It is also stressed that you should not wait out the bad weather near unfinished buildings, bus stops, billboards, or trees.
Recommendations of the Main Directorate of the Russian Ministry of Emergency Situations for the Irkutsk Region:if possible, refrain from traveling long distances;
if strong winds catch you on the road, observe increased caution, the speed limit, and safe following distance;
if it is impossible to continue driving, stop, mark your parking spot, turn on the hazard lights, and report your location to rescuers;
secure lightweight removable structures, remove from loggias and balconies any items that could be blown away by gusts of wind;
do not try to wait out the bad weather near unfinished buildings and bus shelters, billboards, or trees.
In the event of incidents or emergencies, immediately report them to the emergency response duty services by calling “01” (from a landline), 01* or “112” (from a mobile phone). The hotline of the Main Directorate of the Russian Ministry of Emergency Situations for the Irkutsk Region is 8 (3952) 39-99-99.