How to Stay Safe and Dry While Commuting in the Rain

July 20, 2018

Whilst most areas in Luzon got flooded and classes were suspended due to the recent typhoon, “Henry”, businesses continued its operations despite the bad weather condition and employees needed to come to work. With expected more rains in the coming weeks and months, we have listed down four rainy day outfit ideas that will keep you safe and dry while commuting:

1. Raincoats - Choose a raincoat that is thick, durable and at the same time easy to carry. These days there are a lot of stylish raincoats that you can choose from - different colors and designs. Wearing a raincoat prevents you from catching a cold or flu.

2. Rain boots - If you search the web, rain boots these days have become really trendy with it’s different colorful prints, but if you want a simpler look go for plain colors. Rain boots protect your feet from floodwater and prevent you from having leptospirosis or any infectious disease.

If you search further, there are also boots that you can put on over your shoes which you can opt to wear.  This way, you don’t have to carry your footwear in your bag.

3. Waterproof jackets - Invest in a good quality and stylish waterproof jacket. Make sure that it will give you a full protection against the rain and cold weather.

4. Jelly shoes - It’s okay to be picky. Choose something that is comfortable and can provide protection against the mud and floodwater, keeping your feet dry.

Staying safe this wet season is important. Always be prepared for unexpected disasters or health risks that this bad weather condition may bring. Have an insurance that covers your health and helps you recover financially. If you are from 20 to 64 years old, apply for a Hospital Income Benefit Plan that provides you and your family with hospital confinement protection through daily cash assistance benefit. If you are confined due to a dread disease like cancer, poliomyelitis, muscular dystrophy, cirrhosis of the liver, multiple sclerosis, and emphysema the daily cash benefit doubles.

Make that decision today! Rainproof yourself, your family and finances. Premium for individual coverage starts at Php69 per month while family coverage starts at Php175 per month.

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