Floods can cause serious damage to your property. In this video, learn the key actions to protect your home and loved ones. Effective flood prevention is essential to reduce risks and stay safe.
Flooding doesn't just happen near rivers. A garage below ground level, a basement... Sometimes a simple storm is enough to cause the water to rise. The damage can be significant. But you can limit it.
To begin with, here's what you can do before a flood:
If you are building, choose your land carefully.
If you already live in a risk area, equip yourself:
- Flood barriers, for example. The government even offers subsidies for these protective measures.
- Put together your emergency kit: a few sandbags, a water pump, a torch and an external battery.
- Don't forget your medicines, a first aid kit, some clothes in a waterproof bag, a supply of drinking water and some non-perishable food.
- Keep your important documents safe or scan them.
Even with all the precautions, you can't prevent a flood. But you can limit the consequences. This is where good insurance is an important ally, both for your home and your car.
In the event of flooding, the government's ‘LU-ALERT’ service sends you a text message as soon as there is danger. It is up to you to react quickly.
If the water rises, it is essential to react correctly:
- Follow official instructions and avoid unnecessary risks.
- Turn off the gas, water and electricity.
- Seal doors and windows
- and move your valuables up.
- Do not enter rooms that may flood.
- Only leave your home if absolutely necessary
- and above all, do not take your car.
- And in case of imminent danger, take refuge on the upper floors and wait for the arrival of the emergency services.
After the flood, first check that everyone is okay. Your loved ones, your pets.
Before cleaning up, take photographs or film everything. This is important for your compensation!
As a tenant, inform your landlord immediately.
Warning:
Never turn on the electricity or gas without a professional inspection, and protect yourself with gloves and boots when cleaning.
If necessary, the emergency services can intervene to pump out the water.
Finally, remember this:
Floods do not give warning. But you can prepare yourself.
An emergency kit, the right reflexes, and appropriate insurance. Three pillars for effective response.
In any case, your LALUX agent is there to assist you in reporting your claim.