The KMI has issued a code orange for wind for Friday, October 23, due to storm Austen. In Ghent, it is forbidden to enter parks, forests, and cemeteries from 3 PM onwards. No public events may take place on public property. The City urges caution and advises staying away from trees.
Wind speeds of 90 kilometers per hour or more are predicted. Entry into Ghent's parks, forests, and cemeteries is prohibited from 3 PM until 10 PM. Ribbons will be placed at the main entrances of large parks and cemeteries. The ban applies to all publicly accessible green zones. No public events may take place on public property during code orange.
The City urges Ghent residents to be cautious, comply with the entry ban, and stay away from trees as much as possible, even after the storm. In case of life-threatening danger, the emergency number is 112. Those who have suffered damage due to the storm can report it via the e-loket of Brandweerzone Centrum.
City services and the fire department will conduct safety checks and address dangerous situations after the storm. During cleanup operations, the City will prioritize blocked streets, walking and cycling paths, and areas around schools and sports fields.
