A forecast of a series of rains, wind, and strong swell has been made due to the arrival of Hurricane Hilary in Baja California's coasts, which is why people are encouraged to not leave their homes and to go to temporary shelters in case they are in high-risk areas.

The Secretariat of Health of Baja California has highlighted the importance of taking certain actions before, during, and after the storm in order to prevent diseases and accidents.

Adrián Medina Amarillas, the Secretary of Health of Baja California, stated that hospitals and mobile assistance medical units are ready to provide services and respond to any emergency. He explained that, through the State Committee of Health Security, protocols were activated for prompt assistance and to provide supplies and staff for epidemiological emergencies in case it is necessary.

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For families, he recommended having a first aid kit at home, enough food and potable water, and cleaning and clearing their yards in order to prevent accidents.

In addition, people should shelter their pets, prevent children from playing in puddles, have emergency numbers such as 911 ready, and advised that, once the rains subside, houses should be cleaned so that all stagnant water and trash are removed in order to prevent infections and the appearance of mosquitoes, which are transmitters of dengue.

In case one has symptoms of a cold, an upset stomach, or something else, one should immediately get a medical appointment. If this person is in a shelter or area affected by rain, they should look for help from health brigades.

He stated that it is important to follow instructions by the Civil Protection Agency at all times, especially in regard to people who are located in areas with landslide risks.

Lastly, the Secretary of Health reiterated that First Response, Epidemiology, Vectors, and Zoonosis medical staff from this state agency has been deployed in order to carry out preventive work and help people in case it is necessary.

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