Attention! Weather conditions are expected to worsen in Tatarstan on February 15, 16.
According to the FSBI "Department of Hydrometeorology and environmental monitoring of the Republic of Tatarstan", February 15, from 14 to 16 o’clock in the Republic of Tatarstan and Kazan in places heavy snow, South-West moderate wind, gain 15-18 m/s, snowstorm from 500 to 1000 m, on roads ice and sleet are expected.
EMERCOM of Russia in the Republic of Tatarstan offers the population:
In the strong wind:
1. limit the exits from the buildings. It is important not to leave children unattended.
2. Don’t be near large trees, as well as in the immediate vicinity of them can be very dangerous winds twigs.
3. others in strong winds are dangerous to be under power lines and come to dangling power lines with fatal outcome.
4. dangers may wait near the glass, falling windows on the upper floors, as well as elements of the roof and stucco decoration, torn by the wind. This danger increases in the vicinity of buildings under construction or under repair.
5. all windows need to be tightly closed, cleaned balconies and loggias.
6. you should keep aside as far as possible from windows at home or in the workplace.
Heavy snow, snow drifts and sleet:
Lovers of outdoor activities are recommended to have a serviceable means of communication, navigation devices. In case of deterioration of vision, the rural settlement needs to take measures not to lose orientation.
Heavy snow is a serious danger for all road users.
Drivers should avoid sudden braking: if you need to stop, you need to reduce the speed smoothly. If there is a delay, you need to press the foot brake several times, giving you a warning signal to the drivers following you. It is necessary to pay attention to the technical condition of the car, especially the braking system and the condition of the tires. The optics must be in working condition. Use the vest at stops for more visibility. Refuse to travel long distances.
Pedestrians are recommended to pass only at the designated pedestrian crossing, to pass the track in front of moving vehicles, as the braking distance of the car is significantly increased due to the slippery road surface. You need to move only towards the traffic flow. Use a high visibility vest or attach reflective elements to clothing.