<div style="text-align: justify; "><span style="font-size: 1rem;"><b>Strong winds, torrential downpours and storm surges are three elements of a cyclone that wreaks havoc in case you do not take sufficient precautionary steps. Natural disasters like cyclones are not easy to control.&nbsp;</b></span><br></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br></div><div style="text-align: justify; ">However, one can stay prepared to combat the situation. Considering this, we present this piece on cyclone precautions, focusing on the do's and don'ts before, during and after a cyclone.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br></div><div style="text-align: justify;">In the event of a natural disaster like a severe cyclonic storm, individuals are often unsure about the safety measures to be taken. To that cause, you will find the cyclone do's and don'ts in the following sections.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Here are some precautions of cyclone one should follow to stay prepared for the disaster -</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br></div><div style="text-align: justify;">☼ Ensure good structural condition of your house so that it can withstand strong winds.</div><div style="text-align: justify;">☼ Seal off all door and windows securely.&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: justify;">☼ Trim down trees to make sure they do not fall over telephone or electricity lines during the storm.</div><div style="text-align: justify;">☼ Keep your mobile phone fully charged and other appliances like torches handy as there may be power cuts during a cyclone.</div><div style="text-align: justify;">☼ Store essential items like groceries and medicines in advance. It is vital to ☼ keep dry foods that are not perishable during emergencies.</div><div style="text-align: justify;">☼ Prepare an emergency first-aid kit.</div><div style="text-align: justify;">☼ Store water because the water supply may be disrupted during and after cyclones.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Given below is a list of safety measures to be taken during a cyclone&nbsp;</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b><br></b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">☼ Be aware of the official cyclone warning.</div><div style="text-align: justify;">☼ Follow the official website of Indian Meteorological Department to remain informed about the latest updates.</div><div style="text-align: justify;">☼ Install storm shutters or board up glass windows.</div><div style="text-align: justify;">☼ Keep all the doors and windows closed.</div><div style="text-align: justify;">☼ Take proper care of adults or children who need attention.</div><div style="text-align: justify;">☼ Switch off the electrical mains in your house.</div><div style="text-align: justify;">☼ Park your vehicles beneath a solid shelter with a hand brake or in gear to guard them.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br></div><div style="text-align: justify; ">bnbd/fas</div>