Municipality helps residents prepare for extreme weather
Due to climate change, we are experiencing increasingly heavy rainfall and periods of drought. This can cause water in the streets, damage to homes and sometimes problems with important utilities such as roads and electricity. That is why the Delfland Water Board, together with municipalities and other partners in the region, is launching the campaign "Weatherproof - Are you ready yet?".
Why is this important to Wassenaar?
In our region, and therefore also in our municipality, we live below sea level as well as in an area with many built-up areas. This requires aware and well-prepared residents. By working together and taking the initiative, we increase our resilience enormously.
Research shows that while many residents in the region feel responsible (52%), few actually feel prepared (19%). In addition, more than half do not know where to find the right information. With this campaign, we want to help you be better prepared.
Flooding tips
There are several ways you can prepare your home and garden for extreme weather. Consider softening your garden or installing a rain barrel. You can read more tips for preventing flooding on the website klimaatkrachtig.nl/weerkrachtig.
You can also do a lot yourself to protect your home and belongings from flooding while reducing damage:
- Make an emergency kit and pack it in waterproof material. Health that you can always grab the package quickly;
- Check your water damage insurance and know exactly what is covered;
- Purchase water retaining bulkheads or sandbags to protect your home from incoming water;
- Discuss with your bezin or housemates what everyone does in an emergency and where you can find each other;
- Prevent sewage from entering your home by installing check valves or a pump;
- Health that you can always leave your home quickly and safely and know multiple exit routes.
Want to know more or get started right away?
Visit www.klimaatkrachtig.nl for practical tips, resources and the flooding action framework. Here you will find more information on how to protect your home and garden from the effects of extreme weather.
