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Together with the Red Cross and Caritas, all the people who need it will be assisted by extending the time and stay in the hostel of passers-by.

They will be provided to the elderly who use the tele-assistance service a series of recommendations that must follow before the arrival of this cold wave

The Councilors of Emergencies and Social Services of the City of Lorca, Juan Miguel Bayonas and Fatima Mínguez, respectively, have reported that before the forecasts of the State Meteorological Agency (AEMET) for Wednesday, activates in the municipality yellow alert level Because of low temperatures and the possibility of snowfall, since precipitation is expected in the form of snow at very low levels, located at 100 meters above sea level, which can lead to the accumulation of up to 4 centimeters of snow.

The expected temperatures are below 0 ° C ranging from -3 ° C to 4 ° C.

Against this, the Department of Emergencies, Civil Protection and the Department of Social Services of the City of Lorca wants to reach all citizens of our municipality recommendations and prevention measures to follow in cold situations such as those planned for the next few days .

Juan Miguel Bayonas has indicated that "it is advised to keep informed at all times through the media as well as the official channels of the City and Municipal Emergency Service and, if necessary, follow the recommendations provided. Of cold we must take the appropriate clothes, being advisable to put several garments one on top of another so that circulates the air and thus this works like insulation instead of putting a fit to the skin, also there is to avoid the entrance of cold air in the lungs " .

The Councilor for Emergencies explained that "in the family environment we must take precaution mainly with children and adults without neglecting the rest who normally incur in excess of confidence and forget the necessary protection. In this environment we must always be provided with the medication required by our To remove children from stoves and braziers, as well as not neglecting their use, knowing that there is a risk of intoxication caused by coal braziers, wood stoves or gas in closed places without air renewal. Cold exerts an extra tension so it is not advisable to expose them to it for risk of heart attack. "

Bayonas added that "at home we must comply with those recommendations that allow us not only a situation of comfort, but also security that is the main thing." Therefore we must close everything that can produce current, have flashlights and candles, and To open a water faucet sporadically, mainly those located in the exterior, to avoid their freezing and that they burst ".

The Emergency Department, lastly, stressed that "if you need to move, it is advisable to use public transport. If the displacement is in your vehicle, you should try not to do it alone, check it before leaving, fill the In this case it is recommended to carry utensils in the car such as blankets, ropes, lantern, some food, etc. If you are surprised by the weather it is It is necessary to leave a window ajar if the car is running, keep it clear of snow and ensure that the exhaust pipe is free so that no gases inside, as well as using the chains in case of snow or ice using short gears.

Fátima Mínguez, for his part, has stated that "from the Department of Social Services will work together with Red Cross Lorca and Caritas to address during this wave of cold to people who need it the most. Passers-by, located in Cárcel street and whose attention is directed to passers-by, seasonal or immigrants, but also opens the possibility of welcoming anyone in need of these services, extend their hours of care and stay until the alert ends.

The Councilor for Social Services added that "this area of ​​management will also pay special attention to the elderly in our town that use health care services. This is the case of the telecare service, for which the staff of the Department Will proceed to call the users by telephone to offer them the recommendations that must be followed against the cold and to remind them that they can use the service of teleassistance in any emergency at the push of the button.

Source: Ayuntamiento de Lorca