The province of Hainaut is under an orange alert due to storm Austen, with strong winds potentially reaching 90 km/h and heavy rains expected on Friday, October 23, and Saturday, October 24. The Royal Meteorological Institute (IRM) has issued this warning.
To ensure safety, the City of Charleroi is prohibiting pedestrian access and circulation in all its parks, woods, green spaces, and cemeteries. This measure is in effect from Friday, October 23, at 12:00 PM to Saturday, October 24, at 2:00 AM.
The public is advised to avoid parking vehicles under trees, limit non-essential travel, and secure objects that could be carried away by the wind. It is recommended to stay attentive to information and instructions from the competent authorities.
In case of emergency, rescue services can be reached at 112 for life-threatening situations and at 1722 for non-urgent weather-related interventions.
