Storm Austen: RAVeL Closure in Braives as a Precautionary Measure

The municipality of Braives is preemptively closing the RAVeL due to announced strong winds, urging citizens to be cautious.

Generic image: with tree debris on the path. The sky is overcast.
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Generic image: with tree debris on the path. The sky is overcast.

Due to the passage of Storm Austen and the violent gusts of wind forecast for Friday, October 23, 2026, the Commune of Braives has decided to close the RAVeL throughout its territory as a precautionary measure.

The strong gusts, potentially reaching 80 to 100 km/h, could cause branches or trees to fall, posing a danger to walkers, cyclists, and other users. For your safety, you are asked not to use the RAVeL during this closure and to respect any barriers and signage put in place.
In the face of the storm, the municipality reminds citizens of some safety tips: secure outdoor items that could blow away (garden furniture, bins, decorations, etc.), close doors and windows and ensure shutters are secured, avoid wooded areas and parks due to the risk of falling branches or trees, limit travel to what is strictly necessary and adapt driving to weather conditions, avoid parking vehicles under trees or near objects that could fall, and never approach fallen electrical cables, reporting any dangerous situation. It is also advised to stay informed about weather developments through official channels.
In case of immediate danger, contact 112. For non-urgent fire department intervention related to bad weather, use the website www.1722.be.
The Commune of Braives thanks citizens for their understanding and cooperation, and urges them to be cautious.
Based on information from the official source: Commune de Braives (22/10/2026)