Residential
Typhoon Safety Tips
Before Typhoon Safety Tips
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Stay updated with the news on TV and radio
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Store food and potable water
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Create an emergency plan and know where your circuit breakers are
During Typhoon Safety Tips
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Use rubber boots and gloves for added protection
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Send a photo when reporting
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In case of flood switch off your circuit breaker. Don't wait or Meralco to turn off the power.
After Typhoon Safety Tips
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Help clean debris in your area
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If outlets or appliances are drenched, have a licensed electrician check these before using. Visit the link: www.amc.org.ph
How does Meralco restore power to your home?
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Step 1
Quick patrol of all facilities
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Step 2
Repair main power lines
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Step 3
Replacement materials are brought on site
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Step 4
Repair and energize power lines in sections
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Step 5
Repair lines that bring electricity to the street level
Typhoon Safety Tips
In preventing electrical accidents, a little care and vigilance goes a long way to help you avoid a good deal of damage, and ensure your family’s safety. Here are a few reminders to keep in mind:
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Snug as a bug
Stay indoors where you are protected from the typhoon
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Too close for comfort
Keep a safe following distance between you and the vehicle in front of you. The distance between you and the vehicle in front will give you enough time to react and stop when necessary.
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Stay tuned
Monitor the storm's progress by listening in the news advisories and storm warnings
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High and mighty
Move immediately to higher ground. Water levels can rise where flash floods can occur
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I think I can, I think I can
Do not drive a light vehicle through flooded streets, you can either lose control or risk stalling
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Long gone
Stay away from coastal areas. Strong winds and currents can cause sea levels to rise quickly and result in storm surges
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Glass house
Stay clear from glass windows as they may shatter. Strong winds can carry various debris that may hit your windows. Broken glass can cause severe injury
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Show me the way
Turn on your headlights and drive slower in the rain. Turning on your headlights alerts other drives and also helps with your visibility
