With its low crime rate, level of violence and comfort, Shanghai feels like a very secure place for an expatriate. Every so often, however, something – like the SARS epidemic in spring 2003 -- happens to shake up that sense of security and remind us of the importance of having an emergency plan in place.
Discuss with your company their evacuation policy, and make sure you have a clear understanding of the circumstances under which you will be evacuated, and what costs will be covered. You should also formulate your own plan, in the event that you want to leave the country before the company’s evacuation policy goes into effect.. Emergency number Gas emergency Puxi: +86 21 6327 9851 |
