Safety In South Africa
Fans need to take all steps necessary to maintain a safe and enjoyable experience while visiting South Africa for the 2010 FIFA World Cup. Please consult these resources for additional information about safety in South Africa
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Eating and Drinking in South Africa
Helpful tips for safe eating and drinking:
- Wash your hands often with soap and water, especially before eating.
- Drink only bottled or boiled water, or carbonated drinks in cans or bottles. Avoid tap water, fountain drinks and ice cubes.
- Do not eat food purchased from street vendors.
- Make sure food is fully cooked. Avoid cooked foods that have been left at room temperature.
- Avoid dairy product, unless you know they have been pasteurized.
- Do not eat fruits or vegetables unless they have been peeled or cooked.
- Diseases from food and water often cause vomiting and diarrhea. Make sure to bring diarrhea medicine with you so that you can treat mild cases yourself.
Safety in Your Hotel
- Keep your hotel door locked at all times.
- Meet visitors in the lobby.
- Do not leave money and other valuables in your hotel room while you are out.
- Use the hotel safe.
- Let someone know when you expect to return if you are out late at night. If you are alone, do not get on an elevator if there is a suspicious-looking person inside.
- Read the fire safety instructions in your hotel room. Know how to report a fire.
- Be sure you know where the nearest fire exit and alternate exits are located.
- Count the doors between your room and the nearest exit. This could be a life saver if you have to crawl through a smoke-filled corridor.
