Storm Alert: Special Hotline 1722 Activated for Non-Urgent Firefighter Help Amid Flood Risks
October 21, 2024The SPF Interior has activated the special number 1722 for non-urgent firefighter interventions due to storm and flood risks.
A weather alert is currently in effect from Friday evening until Saturday morning across two provinces.
The Royal Meteorological Institute (IRM) predicts that rainfall could exceed 25 liters per square meter during this alert period.
This yellow rain alert specifically affects Brussels, the two Brabants, and the provinces of Hainaut, West Flanders, and East Flanders.
The alert covers a broad area, with the most active weather front remaining uncertain; updates will be provided as the situation evolves.
Regions particularly affected include areas between the coast and the Sambre and Meuse valleys, where significant rainfall is expected.
For storm or water damage requiring firefighter assistance, the public is advised to call 1722 or use the e-portal www.1722.be.
The electronic portal 1722.be is recommended as the most direct method for requesting firefighter assistance when lives are not at risk.
In life-threatening situations, such as structural collapses or public safety hazards, individuals should call emergency services at 112.
For immediate help in life-threatening situations, the emergency number to call is 112.
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