Triple E COMMANDER Series - Severe Weather Information

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5.9 SEVERE WEATHER INFORMATION
As a motorhome traveller you will nd the desire to explore new and out-of-the-way places irresistible. These
recreational areas can be vulnerable to unusual and severe weather conditions that could endanger your safety.
A few suggestions and safety precautions may help in case you ever nd yourself in this situation.
IMPORTANT
All motorhome occupants
should be familiar with these
safety precautions and be alert
to changes in the weather.
1. Be alert! Thunderstorms and heavy rains can occur
suddenly and unexpectedly. Listen frequently
to weather reports for the area in which you are
camping or travelling.
2. When camping near a stream or any body of
water leave plenty of space between your mo-
torhome and the stream.
3. Avoid canyons or dry washes during threatening
weather. Prepare with an alternate exit. Move to
higher ground as soon as it starts raining.
4. Should you get caught in a ash ood, do not
attempt to move your vehicle. Abandon it and
return to it only after the water has gone down.
Never attempt to drive through any ooded area.
5. Heed the warnings and instructions of local au-
thorities.
6. Have on hand enough survival supplies for several
days. This should include food, water, rst-aid
supplies and necessary medications.
7. When you leave home, inform someone of your
destination and your schedule. Notify the same
people if and when your plans change.
8. Remember These Terms:
a. Weather Watch:
Severe weather may develop in your area. Be
prepared for an emergency.
b. Weather Warning:
Severe weather is occurring or is imminent.
Find a safe location immediately.
It is always a good idea when in new and
strange territory, to listen to weather informa-
tion on your radio or TV from time to time so
that you will not be caught unaware if and
when there is a sudden change in the weath-
er.
COMMANDER / EMBASSY
5-6
5.9 SEVERE WEATHER INFORMATION
As a motorhome traveller you will nd the desire to explore new and out-of-the-way places irresistible. These
recreational areas can be vulnerable to unusual and severe weather conditions that could endanger your safety.
A few suggestions and safety precautions may help in case you ever nd yourself in this situation.
IMPORTANT
All motorhome occupants
should be familiar with these
safety precautions and be alert
to changes in the weather.
1. Be alert! Thunderstorms and heavy rains can occur
suddenly and unexpectedly. Listen frequently
to weather reports for the area in which you are
camping or travelling.
2. When camping near a stream or any body of
water leave plenty of space between your mo-
torhome and the stream.
3. Avoid canyons or dry washes during threatening
weather. Prepare with an alternate exit. Move to
higher ground as soon as it starts raining.
4. Should you get caught in a ash ood, do not
attempt to move your vehicle. Abandon it and
return to it only after the water has gone down.
Never attempt to drive through any ooded area.
5. Heed the warnings and instructions of local au-
thorities.
6. Have on hand enough survival supplies for several
days. This should include food, water, rst-aid
supplies and necessary medications.
7. When you leave home, inform someone of your
destination and your schedule. Notify the same
people if and when your plans change.
8. Remember These Terms:
a. Weather Watch:
Severe weather may develop in your area. Be
prepared for an emergency.
b. Weather Warning:
Severe weather is occurring or is imminent.
Find a safe location immediately.
It is always a good idea when in new and
strange territory, to listen to weather informa-
tion on your radio or TV from time to time so
that you will not be caught unaware if and
when there is a sudden change in the weath-
er.
COMMANDER / EMBASSY