Tianjin Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism Releases Safety Reminders for Summer Flood Season

Summer vacation has arrived, coinciding with the flood season. To ensure the safe travel of all citizens and tourists, the Tianjin Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism hereby issues the following safety reminders for the summer vacation and flood season:

I. Pay Attention to Meteorological Warnings and Plan Your Itinerary Scientifically

Tourists are advised to closely monitor meteorological forecast and warning information for their destination and along the route, especially warnings for severe weather such as heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and typhoons. Before departure, proactively check the opening status and safety tips of scenic spots through official platforms such as "Tianjin Culture and Tourism" and official websites of scenic areas. Avoid visiting areas that are undeveloped and unopened, lack safety guarantees, or are prone to geological disasters such as flash floods, mudslides, and landslides.

II. Strengthen Scenic Spot Safety and Strictly Guard the Bottom Line of Risk

All cultural venues, scenic spots, and attractions must strictly fulfill their primary responsibility for flood prevention safety. Strengthen patrols and monitoring in mountainous areas, river channels, cliffside and waterside areas, and promptly set up safety warning signs. Take measures such as closure, restriction, and evacuation when necessary. Open venues must ensure that lifesaving equipment, emergency lighting, evacuation passages, and other facilities are in good condition, organize flood prevention emergency drills for staff in advance, and enhance the ability to handle emergencies.

III. Travel Safety for Tourists: Build Up Awareness of Protection

Be cautious with water-related activities. Avoid swimming or playing in waters that are not open to the public or in areas without lifeguard supervision. When participating in rafting or water amusement projects, be sure to wear life-saving equipment, follow the instructions of staff, and do not leave the safety zone without authorization.

Prevent geological disasters. During thunderstorm weather, avoid entering mountainous areas, river valleys, and other areas prone to landslides and mudslides. In case of heavy rainfall, immediately move away from low-lying areas, river channels, and hillsides, and choose a nearby solid and safe place to take shelter.

Obey scenic spot regulations. When visiting, do not climb unopened areas, do not cross protective railings, and do not carelessly discard fire sources (especially in forest scenic spots) to prevent fires and accidents. After checking into a hotel, immediately familiarize yourself with the locations of safety exits and firefighting equipment.

IV. Safety of Cultural and Tourism Activities: Standardize Participation Procedures

When participating in cultural exhibitions, performances, and other cultural and tourism activities, learn in advance about the flood prevention safety measures and emergency plans of the event venue, and pay attention to the evacuation signs and emergency passage locations within the venue. For outdoor activities, avoid approaching temporary structures such as canopies and billboards that are prone to collapse. For indoor activities, pay attention to venue ventilation and electrical safety, do not crowd or push, and follow the guidance of on-site staff.

V. Tourism Enterprises Must Fulfill Their Primary Responsibilities and Strictly Implement Safety Management Measures

Travel agencies must strictly fulfill their duty to provide safety reminders, plan routes reasonably, and avoid organizing tourism activities in high-risk areas. When signing contracts, clearly specify flood season safety precautions and purchase necessary insurance for tourists. Chartered tour bus companies must strengthen vehicle safety inspections, strictly prohibit driving on dangerous road sections during rainy days, and ensure transportation safety.

VI. Emergency Assistance: Respond Promptly

In case of sudden danger, immediately call emergency numbers such as 110, 119, and 120, or call the government hotline 12345, and contact scenic spot staff or local culture and tourism authorities for help.

Summer vacation is both a peak tourism season and a period of high safety risks. We urge citizens and tourists to enhance their safety awareness, join hands to build a strong safety defense line for the summer vacation and flood season, and enjoy a safe and pleasant holiday together!