Due to the expected strong gusts of wind, access will be prohibited from Friday, October 23rd at 1 PM until Sunday, October 25th at midnight at the following locations: the Bos van Wijnendale, the Pompentoren, the Stationsput, and all municipal cemeteries. The administration urges everyone to respect these prohibitions.
The breakfast for the Day of the Youth Movement on Friday, October 23rd will proceed as planned, but will be organized at adapted indoor locations due to the weather forecasts. In Ichtegem, participants can go to the multipurpose hall Dorpshuis; in Eernegem, to hall Kruispunt; and in Bekegem, to the shelter at the entrance of VBS Bekegem. Members of all youth associations can enjoy a free breakfast in uniform between 7 AM and 8:30 AM, while supplies last.
The administration advises everyone to take the necessary precautions, such as securely fastening garden furniture and loose objects, exercising extra caution while driving, and avoiding parking cars under trees. It is also recommended to follow weather forecasts and any additional safety measures.
For non-urgent fire department assistance with storm damage, the e-loket 1722 has been activated. Damage can preferably be reported via www.1722.be. In life-threatening situations, always call 112.
