Hurricane Isaias is currently passing the northern coast of Haiti. It causes winds of 95 km/h, torrential rains and floods.

The Haitian government has issued an official ordinance requiring people in Haiti to behave:

• Stay tuned to Meteorological bulletins;
• Stay tuned to instructions issued by local authorities;
• Put your important papers in a safe place;
• Prepare your emergency kit with food and water for at least three days;
• Prepare to evacuate if you live in an area exposed to the risk of flooding and landslides: (seaside, ravine, river, mountainside, etc.);
• Avoid crossing flooded rivers under any circumstances;
• In the event of thunderstorms and strong winds, do not take shelter near windows and in wooded areas;
• Prune the trees near the house;
• Lower any heavy object placed high and not secure: antennas, signs and others;
• Secure the animals.

Haiti hold on, we are with you!

Lada Matyášová, Archdiocesan Caritas Olomouc