Severe weather and window safety
Prepare a typhoon emergency kit
Keep a torch, spare batteries, radio, whistle, first-aid items, drinking water, and shelf-stable food together.
Last reviewed: 2026-09-12
Why it matters
Typhoons can interrupt power, transport, or supplies; preparing early avoids dangerous last-minute trips.
Wrong action
Going out for batteries, water, or food only after Gale or Storm Signal No. 8 is in force.
Correct action
Confirm household needs with the employer, prepare before typhoon season, and check dates and batteries regularly.
What to do
- Confirm household members, medicines, and special needs with the employer.
- Keep agreed supplies together in an accessible waterproof bag or box.
- Check batteries, water, food, and first-aid dates each season.
If something happens
For immediate danger during a storm, stay safely indoors away from glass. Call 999 for emergency rescue and follow official instructions.
Sources and review
- Security Bureau — Emergency Kit
Last reviewed: 2026-09-12
This page provides general home-safety information and does not replace medical, legal, electrical, or other professional advice.