Weather & Environment Space How to react in case of an alert? How to prepare for major climatic and environmental events Intense cold or heat wave, storm, hail, pollution peak... What to do in case of such an alert? Our advice to help you prepare to face major climatic and environmental events. Flooding: how to prepare for it? Whether in flood-prone areas or not, a house, a ground-floor apartment or a cellar are at risk of flooding in the event of torrential rains. Mudslides, rising waters, overflowing sewers... How do we prepare for these? Our tips for anticipating these situations. READ Thunderstorms: what are the risks and how to prepare for them? The three main risks involved with thunderstorms. These are lightning, wind and heavy rainfall (rain or hail). Your home and vehicle are at risk of damage. Anticipate them and take the right steps to limit the damage. READ Fire: how to prepare for it? Summer is the most common season for fires. Owners and residents should be vigilant and do everything in their power to avoid them. This, especially since they always spread very fast. Practical tips for securing your home. READ Cold weather: precautions to take Intense cold snaps sometimes cause damage to homes, especially due to frost. To avoid any problems, it is best to take a few precautions. READ Heatwaves and high temperatures: precautions to take As you will have noticed, heatwaves and high temperatures are now an integral part of our summers in Luxembourg. It is no longer uncommon to see several intense heat waves, which can have serious health consequences. We have therefore provided some tips to help you protect yourself. READ Snow and ice: rules and advice Winter is a complicated season. In addition to the inconvenience caused by the cold, snow and ice can penetrate the structure of your home and make the road unsafe. READ Storm: our tips for being better prepared A storm is defined as high winds usually accompanied by precipitation, which can damage cars and property. Here are our recommendations to prepare yourself as best as possible, now and in case of a weather warning. READ Pollution: what are the risks and how can you protect yourself? The main risk of a pollution peak is the damage to the health of the population. As these periods of risk become more frequent, it has become essential to learn what to do. READ Nuclear risk: our prevention tips Cattenom. A very well-known name for the majority of Luxembourg residents, aware of the risk of simply living near a nuclear power plant. However, did you know that the risk zone extends much further than the 20km recommended in the "Special Intervention Plan"? ... READ Tornado: our prevention tips A tornado is a rare weather phenomenon that occurs only when a cold air current descends into an updraught of warm air. They are very difficult to predict accurately, however there are still warning signs. READ Do you need advice ? An advisor is available in every region of the Grand Duchy to offer you his services and his well-informed advice about insurance solutions : CONTACT AN AGENCY axa_icon_16 Contact us Legal disclaimer Your MyAXA customer portal AXA Wealth Europe Cookie Management EN FR DE Privacy Policy © 2021 AXA All Rights Reserved By continuing to browse this website, you accept the placement of cookies measuring audience and offering you videos, sharing buttons and content updates from social platforms. Find out more about the cookie policy | Personalize cookies Accept Only Essential