In previous years paramedics have been called to a lot of injuries that could have been avoided.
"Dehydration, alcohol consumption, car accidents, drink-spiking and drug overdoses pose a threat to young revellers. "The best advice is to enjoy yourself but take things easy. Friends should keep an eye out for each other." Should things get out of hand, dial 107 immediately.
"Binge drinking has serious consequences, it can suppress a person's breathing, which is potentially life threatening. Drugs can contain unknown substances and they too can lead to serious breathing problems."
Young people are requested to take some simple precautions, including:
Please be assured that Emergency Medical Services have paramedics on duty during the festive season 24-hours a day, which will be assisted by Disaster Management Volunteers.
Issued by:
Communication and Marketing
City of Cape Town
Tel: 021 400 2201
Fax: 021 957 0023
MEDIA QUERIES:
Wilfred Solomons
Disaster Risk Management Centre
City of Cape Town
Tel: 021 597 5000
Cell: 084 711 7709
Email: Wilfred.Solomons@capetown.gov.za Email: DisasterRiskManagement.Centre@capetown.gov.za