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5.9 SEVERE WEATHER INFORMATION
As a motorhome traveller you will fi nd the desire to explore new and out-of-the-way places irresistible. Rec-
reational areas can be vulnerable to unusual and severe weather conditions that could endanger your safety.
A few suggestions and safety precautions may help in case you ever fi nd yourself in this situation.
IMPORTANT
All motorhome occupants
should be familiar with these
safety precautions and be
alert to changes in the weath-
1. Be alert! Thunderstorms and heavy rains can
occur suddenly and unexpectedly. Listen fre-
quently to weather reports for the area in which
you are camping or travelling.
2. When camping near a stream or any body of
water leave plenty of space between your mo-
torhome and the stream.
3. Avoid canyons or dry washes during threatening
weather. Prepare with an alternate exit. Move
to higher ground as soon as it starts raining.
4. Should you get caught in a fl ash fl ood, do not
attempt to move your vehicle. Abandon it and
return to it only after the water has gone down.
Never attempt to drive through any fl ooded
area.
5. Heed the warnings and instructions of local au-
thorities.
6. Have on hand enough survival supplies for
several days. This should include food, water,
fi rst-aid supplies and necessary medications.
7. When you leave home, inform someone of your
destination and your schedule. Notify the same
people if and when your plans change.
8. Remember These Terms:
a. Weather Watch:
Severe weather may develop in your area.
Be prepared for an emergency.
b. Weather Warning:
Severe weather is occurring or is imminent.
Find a safe location immediately.