COE will start their yearly "safe easter" program on thursday, 24th of march. thousands of police, military and volunteers will assist in this operativo.
meanwhile DL offers some basic advice on how to stay safe during this chaotic time:
http://www.diariolibre.com/noticias...r-si-piensas-viajar-en-semana-santa-NK3084069
short summary below.
before leaving:
check doors and windows;
close gas tank and water supply;
disconnect electronics that do not need to be on;
let trusted neighbours know you are leaving and ask them to keep an eye on anything out of the ordinary;
take an extra copy of house keys;
take travel and personal documents such as driving licence and health insurance card.
traveling:
check the car (breaks, liquids, tires);
have first aid kit with you;
take some car tools (jack, cables to jump start the car);
don't drink and drive, if you feel tired or sleepy stop to rest;
note emergency numbers for the area where you will stay;
don't forget money and credit/debit cards;
don't use your phone when driving.
at the beach:
make sure you check the list of beaches and rivers closed by COE;
keep an eye on your kids;
use sun protection;
hydrate yourself.
list of beaches closed by COE can be checked here:
http://www.diariolibre.com/noticias/coe-200-balnearios-y-playas-cerrados-para-semana-santa-YM3079436
emergency numbers for POP:
http://dr1.com/forums/showthread.php/152643-emergency-numbers-for-POP
first aid kit suggestions:
http://www.redcross.org/prepare/location/home-family/get-kit/anatomy
stay safe, folks.
meanwhile DL offers some basic advice on how to stay safe during this chaotic time:
http://www.diariolibre.com/noticias...r-si-piensas-viajar-en-semana-santa-NK3084069
short summary below.
before leaving:
check doors and windows;
close gas tank and water supply;
disconnect electronics that do not need to be on;
let trusted neighbours know you are leaving and ask them to keep an eye on anything out of the ordinary;
take an extra copy of house keys;
take travel and personal documents such as driving licence and health insurance card.
traveling:
check the car (breaks, liquids, tires);
have first aid kit with you;
take some car tools (jack, cables to jump start the car);
don't drink and drive, if you feel tired or sleepy stop to rest;
note emergency numbers for the area where you will stay;
don't forget money and credit/debit cards;
don't use your phone when driving.
at the beach:
make sure you check the list of beaches and rivers closed by COE;
keep an eye on your kids;
use sun protection;
hydrate yourself.
list of beaches closed by COE can be checked here:
http://www.diariolibre.com/noticias/coe-200-balnearios-y-playas-cerrados-para-semana-santa-YM3079436
emergency numbers for POP:
http://dr1.com/forums/showthread.php/152643-emergency-numbers-for-POP
first aid kit suggestions:
http://www.redcross.org/prepare/location/home-family/get-kit/anatomy
stay safe, folks.