What to do in the event of a sudden evacuation?
Why learn the right gestures?
In an unforeseen emergency, time is of the essence. Knowing every step of the way means you can react efficiently and without panic, to ensure the safety of you and your family.
Assess the situation quickly
Take a few seconds to understand the nature and seriousness of the emergency (fire, flood, natural disaster, conflict). Don’t waste time gathering too much information.
Leave your home in safety immediately
– Immediately take your Evakit bag, which should always be accessible and prepared in advance.
– Follow the planned evacuation route. If the evacuation route is blocked or dangerous, take the alternative route planned in advance.
– Quickly close doors and windows behind you, but only if it’s safe to do so.
– Never go back inside the house after leaving.
Quickly reunite your family
– Make sure all family members are present or on their way out.
– Quickly assign an adult to supervise children or people with reduced mobility.
– Make sure pets are safe and accompanied.
Immediately call for help or a relative
– Dial 112 or your local emergency number.
– Clearly communicate your situation, exact location and the nature of the emergency.
– Then inform a relative or your emergency contact of your evacuation.
Report immediately to the family meeting point
– Meet your family at the prearranged location.
– If this location is inaccessible, go to the secondary assembly point.
– Make sure every member of the family is fully aware of these meeting points.
Wait calmly for official instructions
– Stay together and calm.
– Listen to the emergency radio in your Evakit for the latest official information.
– Never return to the site without clear official authorization.
⚠️ Mistakes to avoid:
– Return to your home without authorization.
– Underestimating the seriousness or ignoring official warnings.
– Attempt to salvage non-essential goods.
IN SUMMARY:
– Pick up your Evakit bag immediately.
– Evacuate quickly by the planned safe route.
– Call for help and inform your family and friends.
– Meet your family at the assembly point.
– Remain calm and await instructions from the authorities.
