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Before the intense episodes of snow, Counseling of Education and City council of Lorca have decided to suspend the classes in all the municipal term.
From the Consistory is recommended to the population to take precautions and avoid road travel unless absolutely necessary
The Ministry of Education and Universities, in coordination with the City of Lorca, has decided to suspend classes tomorrow Thursday January 19, 2017 in ALL EDUCATIONAL CENTERS OF THE MUNICIPAL TERM OF LORCA.
After the initial suspension in the centers of the high districts, for reasons of precaution and to avoid displacement, always prioritizing the safety of students and teachers, it has been decided that there is no class in any school or institute of the municipality of Lorca.
In the same way, from the Consistory recommends to the lorquinos before the cold wave that they do not move by road unless it is absolutely necessary and that as much as possible stay at home.
Finally, remember the following generic tips:
In the event of heavy snow or cold waves:
• Pay attention to radio and TV stations to obtain information from the Meteorological or Civil Protection Institute.
• Have enough batteries for the radio and flashlights.
• If you are going outside, wear several warm and light garments, rather than a single garment of thick fabric.
Avoid tight clothing.
• Mittens are warmer than gloves.
• Allow air to circulate and act as an insulation.
Protect face, head and hands.
• Old people and children should not go out on the street.
• In the event of a blizzard: combination of cold air, snow and strong winds that reduce visibility, it is preferable to avoid outings or displacements.
• Do not perform excessive physical exercises since cold is not good for the heart.
• Take precautions to avoid poisoning by braziers, stoves, coal or gas in enclosed places without air renewal.
Keep a fire extinguisher handy in the event of fire.
• Take care of objects near stoves.
• In the event of heavy frost, keep a slightly open faucet in order to prevent water from freezing.
• Save food and heating.
Other tips for citizens.
• In urban centers, clean the sidewalks belonging to the building.
• In rural areas, proceed with the cleaning of access roads to dwellings.
• Collaborate personally and with the means available, in the cleaning of roads and highways.
• Refrain from taking garbage to the street when the collection service is suspended.
• It is advisable to clean snow and ice in front of the façade or sidewalk, without using any water, as it would freeze and aggravate the situation.
In case of accumulation of snow on the roofs, terraces and balconies, in no case should be thrown onto the public road.
Tips for motorists
• Assessing the need and avoiding, as far as possible, road travel in areas affected by snow.
• If traveling, do so.
If possible use public transport.
• If it is necessary to use the vehicle, check tires, antifreeze, spark plugs, lights and brakes.
• Carry in your car: radio, shovel, rope, lantern, clothing, blanket and chains.
• Know the places of refuge along the way.
• Circulate on national roads and during daytime hours.
Avoid traveling at night on secondary roads.
• Be informed by local stations, meteorological institute, traffic and civil protection.
• Ask for prior information on the state of the roads and the weather situation.
• Provide chains and gloves for placement, flashlight, proper footwear and warm clothing.
Try to carry a mobile phone (with power supply) and fill the fuel tank every 100 kilometers.
• Be very careful to take special care with the ice sheets.
It is difficult to determine where in the course they may have formed, although generally the shady areas are the most common.
• At all times follow the instructions of the surveillance agents on the roads and the information of the information panels.
If the agents advise you to immobilize the vehicle, do not resume driving until authorized.
• If you have a split track, drive in the right lane and if you have to stop the car always do it off the road or on the shoulder.
Driving with snow
• Switching on the dipped beam (essential rule "see well and be seen").
• Check the operation of the wiper and washer.
• Use the vehicle's interior ventilation system to remove mist on the windows and apply a dry cloth.
• Avoid sudden accelerations and decelerations, as well as overtaking.
• Anticipate before any incident so you do not have to use the brakes.
• Maintain reduced speed.
• Drive smoothly.
Use short gears.
• Periodically clean the snow that accumulates in the fender and that can hinder the wheels.
• Keep the car clean of snow.
Check the exhaust pipe.
• Take great care with the snow on the road and transformed into ice, as it is very slippery.
• Be seen through the correct use of lighting.
• As soon as the road turns white or when ordered by the Order Group, the chains will be put on the drive wheels.
Do not expect to be blocked.
They will be placed in places away from the road and easily accessible for the vehicle, avoiding to hinder the circulation of the road.
• Hang a tissue or rag on the antenna to get attention.
• Attach the chains to the car in the presence of ice or hard snow.
• Do not move on the marks of other vehicles, tread "virgin" snow.
• If ice appears do not depress the brake.
• In case of road blocking by snow:
• Do not overtake a vehicle blocked by snow on the road without being completely sure it can do so, leaving the road free after performing the maneuver.
• Never stand on the road, park off the road and do not leave the vehicle other than being sure you can get to a house or shelter for help.
• Do not overtake a snow thrower while you are working.
• If you are trapped or if the weather is surprising you should stay in the car inside the vehicle:
• It is convenient to keep the engine running, the heating on, and try to renew the air from time to time.
It is very important to avoid falling asleep.
• Check that the tailpipe outlet is kept clear at all times so that the smoke does not penetrate the car.
• Tune into radio stations that will provide official information on the situation and provide the necessary information.
Driving with ice
• Recognize in advance the sections with ice so that you do not have to use the brakes.
• Slow down slowly and keep it too low.
• Avoid braking or abrupt change of direction.
• Avoid accelerations and decelerations, as well as overtaking.
• Be aware of the behavior of other vehicles that may be unpredictable.
Source: Ayuntamiento de Lorca
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