Storm Alert: Special Hotline 1722 Activated for Non-Urgent Firefighter Help Amid Flood Risks

October 21, 2024
Storm Alert: Special Hotline 1722 Activated for Non-Urgent Firefighter Help Amid Flood Risks
  • The 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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