Monday 16^th July 2007

Safety in Numbers

With the onset of the summer holidays, most of us are focusing on having fun in the sun and enjoying the finer things in life - and why not? However, it's worth remembering that summer can also be a busy time on the roads, and there's also the grave health impact high summer heat can have on the very young, the elderly and the unwell (not to mention that it makes everyone just a little bit crazy!). So do you know where to turn or who to call if something goes awry? 

Help on call

Firstly, it helps to be well aware of the essential Emergency Telephone Numbers, including those for the Police, Fire Service and Medical, but also several other categories of potential emergencies.

Then, it's wise to be fully up-to-speed with your local Emergency numbers for Utilities (gas, electricity and so on). This may seem less important than it does in winter, but what's going to happen to the contents of your refrigerator or freezer if the power goes?

As concerns potential heat waves, the French government issues updated warnings and provides information through the Canicule Info Service (Tel: 0800 06 66 66, free call).

Finally, it's always useful to know what to do in the case of Lost & stolen bank/credit cards, cheque book & mobile telephones - if you can't find these essential items you want to put a stop on them as quickly as possible.

And if you're not too sure how to explain what's happened use the instant on-line French-English translator to find the right phrase.

Hopefully, your summer won't be marred by problems and you'll have a great time, but if something does come up, at least you'll know who to contact, thanks to AngloINFO's INFOrmation Pages.

The More the Merrier!

AngloINFO Tuscany, launched Wednesday 11 July 2007, is the fourth AngloINFO to reach Italy following the sites serving Rome, Liguria and Milan. AngloINFO Tuscany provides those living in the area - or planning a move there from elsewhere - with all the features and benefits to which AngloINFO's users around the world are accustomed: The AngloFILE, INFOrmation Pages, The AngloINFO Forum and much, much more. 

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