A flood, a fire, a gas leak … In these critical moments, it is very complicated to think. This is precisely why that an evacuation kit prepared in advance can change everything. Whether the alert is given for a fire, a sudden flood or an industrial risk, an emergency evacuation requires composure and speed. Dr. Gérald Kierzek, emergency doctor and medical director of True Medical details what to have on hand when every minute counts.
The content of a ready -to -use evacuation kit
No need for high-tech equipment or state-of-the-art gadgets: it is above all to anticipate the essentials. Like the “explains Dr. Kierzek,”The kit must be gathered in a backpack or a waterproof suitcase, stored in an accessible place: entrance hall, garage or dedicated cupboard“.
Dr. Kierzek details that he must contain:
- Important documents (in a waterproof pocket): Identity cards, passports, vital and mutual cards, insurance contracts (home, health), health and vaccination book. “”Add a USB key with digital copies, and backup in the backup cloud“;
- Emergency pharmacy: Your vital medicines for at least three days, dressings, antiseptic, analgesics, and FFP2 masks useful in case of smoke;
- Survival equipment: A flashlight with batteries, a portable charger, a crank radio (or battery), a survival blanket and a little liquid money in small cuts;
- Hygiene : Disinfecting wipes, soap or hydroalcoholic solution, hygienic towels, diapers if necessary, full weather resistance, closed shoes (sneakers type), and light coverage;
- Food and water: Energy bars, non -perishable foods and at least one liter of water per person.
What to do at the time of the alert?
Once the kit is ready, when the time comes, everything is played very quickly. “”Listen to the instructions (radio, alert SMS)“: they can recommend confinement or immediate evacuation.
If you have to leave without delay:
- “Do not waste time: so smoked, crawl under the gas. Follow the confinement instructions if necessary;
- Close the doors and windows if the smoke infiltrates;
- Check that your loved ones are informed, especially isolated or vulnerable people (neighbors, elderly if possible) “.
Once in a safe place, “Use help and do not return without authorization“. The most frequent error is to come back too early, out of concern or curiosity. It is better to wait: the danger is not always visible.
An annual family test: the clever reflex
Like a fire exercise at school or in business, it is recommended to test your kit once a year. As sums up by Dr. Kierzek: “A ready kit = less stress and more efficiency. Test it once a year with the whole family!“”
This verification makes it possible to renew expired drugs, to adjust the clothes to the size of children, to recharge batteries or torch lamps … and above all, to feel ready, together.